Ukraine strikes Sevastopol, Chonhar bridge critically damaged, Crimea isolation sought
Ukrainian forces reportedly conducted a "Neptune" missile strike on a Russian military facility in Sevastopol on June 11. Concurrently, the Chonhar bridge sustained critical damage following a second Ukrainian strike in June, leading to its complete blockage and compelling Russia
Ukrainian forces reportedly conducted a "Neptune" missile strike on a Russian military facility in Sevastopol on June 11. Concurrently, the Chonhar bridge sustained critical damage following a second Ukrainian strike in June, leading to its complete blockage and compelling Russian forces to seek alternative supply routes to Crimea. This contrasts with earlier reports from Russian-appointed authorities of the bridge's closure on June 9 due to an alleged drone attack. Separately, the bridge connecting Henichesk to the Arabat Spit was also closed after an alleged Ukrainian missile strike. Commander Robert Brovdi of Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces reiterated Ukraine's objective to isolate Crimea by gaining full control of the "Novorossiya" highway. Russian forces also attacked Konotop, resulting in one fatality.
Sources: Громадське, Радіо Свобода
How outlets assessed this
- Громадське Neutral Reports Ukrainian confirmation of a second attack on Chonhar bridge causing critical damage.
- Радіо Свобода Neutral Cites Russian officials on Chonhar bridge closure due to drone attack, claiming interceptions.
- Радіо Свобода Neutral Reported Russian-appointed authorities' claims of a drone attack on Chonhar bridge on June 9, with over 20 UAVs intercepted.
- Громадське Neutral Confirmed Chonhar bridge sustained critical damage from a 'repeated' Ukrainian strike, leading to its full blockage.
- Jun 12, 2026, 05:00 AM UTC
- Громадське Neutral Reports critical damage to Chonhar bridge from a second Ukrainian strike in June, leading to full blockage.
- Радіо Свобода Neutral Cites Russian-appointed authorities on Chonhar bridge closure on June 9 due to a drone attack.
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Earlier coverage
- Jun 12, 2026, 03:00 AM UTCUkrainian forces strike Sevastopol, Chonhar bridge critically damaged
- Jun 11, 2026, 07:00 PM UTCUkrainian forces strike Sevastopol, Chonhar bridge critically damaged
- Jun 11, 2026, 04:30 PM UTCUkrainian forces confirm second Chonhar bridge strike; Russia reports closures and civilian casualties
- Jun 11, 2026, 04:00 PM UTCUkrainian forces target Crimea supply routes, commander outlines isolation goal
- Jun 11, 2026, 03:30 PM UTCUkrainian forces confirm second Chonhar bridge strike amid ongoing attacks
- Jun 11, 2026, 03:00 PM UTCUkrainian forces target logistics to Crimea; Russian strike causes casualties in Zaporizhzhia
- Jun 11, 2026, 01:30 PM UTCUkrainian forces target logistics in Crimea; Russian strike kills civilians in Zaporizhzhia
- Jun 11, 2026, 09:30 AM UTCUkrainian commander confirms critical damage to Chonhar bridge amid ongoing strikes
- Jun 11, 2026, 08:30 AM UTCContinued strikes reported on bridges and infrastructure in Crimea and southern Ukraine
- Jun 11, 2026, 07:30 AM UTCFurther bridge closures and attacks reported in southern Ukraine