Ukrainian forces cripple Russian supply lines with pontoon strikes

The Ukrainian Armed Forces (AFU) have intensified their offensive actions on the front lines in recent days. They have focused, among other things, on destroying Russian pontoons and temporary enemy bridges. Anton Herashchenko, former adviser to the Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs of Ukraine, shared footage of the military operations. It must be admitted, they are quite impressive.

The Ukrainian offensive, which began in early August 2024, has led to the occupation of significant areas in the region of the Sejm River—nearly 310 square miles of territory lie between this river and the border with Ukraine. This gives Ukrainian forces a chance to maintain the occupied territory. In the context of the ongoing conflict, every piece of land can have strategic significance, and control over it can influence further military actions.

In response, Russian engineering forces, attempting to supply their units on the front line, have built temporary pontoon bridges on the Sejm River. However, this hasn't been very effective.

In recent days, Ukrainian air and artillery attacks have effectively destroyed these structures. There have also been a series of attacks on Russian pontoons and engineering equipment in the Kursk region.

Anton Gerashchenko, former adviser to the Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs of Ukraine, posted footage of the attacks on his profile on X.

Ukrainian strikes on Russian pontoons and engineering equipment in the Kursk region. - wrote Anton Gerashchenko under the posted footage.

Effectively destroying pontoons can seriously disrupt Russian supply lines, hindering the delivery of reinforcements and equipment to the front line, thus weakening Russian operational capabilities. Ukraine uses precise artillery strikes, drones, and other means to most effectively destroy these crossings, aiming to further weaken the enemy and limit its ability to conduct effective offensive operations.