The Daily A Bridge, a Bomb and Putin’s Revenge
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Oct 12, 2022 Michael Schwirtz, an investigative reporter for The New York Times, dives into the explosive events surrounding the Kerch Strait Bridge, a critical link for Russia to Crimea. He discusses how the bombing sparked Ukrainian joy, quickly followed by fears of harsh Russian retaliation, with sweeping missile strikes hitting Ukrainian cities. Schwirtz emphasizes the ongoing conflict's impact on civilians and the resilient spirit of Ukrainians as they continue to resist, seeing the attacks as a sign of weakness from Russia.
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Kerch Bridge Attack
- Just before sunrise on Saturday, a massive explosion rocked the Kerch Strait Bridge, linking Russia and Crimea.
- A truck bomb detonated, igniting a passing fuel train and causing a large section of the bridge to collapse into the sea.
Strategic Importance of the Bridge
- The Kerch Bridge is strategically vital as the primary supply route for Russian forces in southern Ukraine.
- Disrupting this link impacts Russia's military operations in the ongoing conflict.
Symbolic Importance of the Bridge
- Beyond its strategic value, the Kerch Bridge holds immense symbolic weight for Putin, representing his annexation of Crimea.
- Built at great cost, it embodies a long-held Russian ambition.