Ukrainian drone strike caused a massive explosion at an ammunition depot in Russia-annexed Crimea. The incident, which took place on Saturday. It forced nearby residents to evacuate their homes. In addition to the recent series of attacks following Moscow’s cancellation of a landmark grain deal with Kyiv.
The ammunition depot, located in central Crimea, was struck by the drone. Resulting in towering plumes of black smoke billowing into the sky. This latest attack came just five days after Ukraine targeted a crucial bridge connecting Russia to the illegally annexed peninsula in 2014. Additionally, it followed Moscow’s suspension of a wartime agreement that permitted Ukraine to safely export its grain through the Black Sea.
Sergey Aksyonov, the Kremlin-appointed head of Crimea, took to Telegram to announce that, as of now, there were no reported casualties from the strike. However, authorities swiftly initiated the evacuation of civilians residing within a 5-kilometer (3-mile) radius of the blast site to ensure their safety.
The Ukrainian military claimed responsibility for the attack.Stating that it aimed to destroy an oil depot and Russian military warehouses in Oktyabrske, located in the Krasnohvardiiske region of Crimea. The specific weapons employed in the drone strike in Crimea were not disclosed in the announcement.
The incident unfolded amidst a week of heightened hostilities between Ukraine and Russia. After Ukraine’s attack on the Kerch Bridge, Russia responded with what they referred to as “retribution.” Moreover launching bombardments on several southern Ukrainian port cities. Ukraine also attacked the bridge in October, when a truck bomb blew up two of its sections.
Moreover these retaliatory actions resulted in significant damage to critical infrastructure. Including grain and oil terminals.
The situation between the two countries remains tense. The recent attacks have amplified concerns over regional stability. The international community is closely monitoring the developments.
