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UkrainePublished: 18 June 2026 at 08:20

Ukrainian Drones Strike Railway Bridge in Crimea; Kyiv Repels Attack

Ukraine attacked a railway bridge in Crimea with drones, while Russia launched missiles and drones against Kyiv.

Foto: Delfi

In the early hours of Thursday, Ukrainian forces targeted a railway bridge in occupied Crimea. Local residents reported about 20 explosions near the village of Rozdolne. Videos posted online showed the sound of drones just before the blasts. The attack also damaged a nearby road bridge. The extent of the damage remains unknown, and occupation authorities have not commented.

This railway line is crucial for the Russian military, as it is used to transport heavy equipment and fuel to the southern front. Meanwhile, Russia continued its assaults on Ukraine. On Thursday morning, Kyiv and Poltava region were hit by ballistic missiles and drones. Ukraine's Air Force stated that at least two missiles headed toward Kyiv and one toward Poltava. Explosions were heard in central Kyiv and Poltava. Around 4:20 a.m., strong blasts occurred on the outskirts of Kyiv as attack drones approached the city.

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