Ukraine Expands Drone War Into Crimea, Targeting Bridges and Grids

Ukraine has stepped up drone strikes against Crimea to degrade Russia’s defenses and sever supply lines, hitting air-defense networks, radar, bridges (notably the Kerch Strait and Chonhar), oil terminals, and energy facilities. The campaign has caused blackouts and evacuations, shifting some Russian forces to defense. Analysts say it could take weeks or months to substantially degrade Crimea’s military footprint, but Kyiv hopes sustained pressure will push Moscow toward negotiations.