Crimean bridge closed after explosions amid Ukrainian airstrike

Information about an attack in Crimea has appeared in the media. The Russians have reportedly closed the bridge. Residents report explosions.

There have been powerful explosions in Crimea, affecting several regions, including Yevpatoriya and Krasnoperekopsk, according to a Ukrainian media report. Residents report an attack on the peninsula. The Russians have reportedly closed the passage across the Kerch Bridge.

According to "Ukrainska Pravda," at 7:10 PM Eastern Time, people on and near the bridge were urged to remain calm and follow security officers' instructions.

Earlier, a Ukrainian fighter jet directly hit a target on Russian territory for the first time. The attack was reported by Sky News, citing a Ukrainian military source.

— Whilst damage assessment is still occurring, it is confirmed as a direct hit. This is the first UAF air-delivered munition delivered against a target within Russia, the Sky News source indicated.

Source: Ukrainska Pravda/Channel 24