Ukrainian Air Force Shows Bridge Destruction Moment in Kursk Region

The Ukrainian Air Force releases video of Seim bridge’s destruction moment in the Kursk region.

The corresponding video was released by Mykola Oleshchuk, Air Force Commander.

“The Air Force aviation is actively participating in combat actions in the Kursk sector. Ukrainian pilots are targeting enemy strongholds, equipment concentrations, as well as logistics centers, and enemy supply routes with precision strikes,” the statement reads.

The video, which was shot by a reconnaissance drone, shows the moment of a powerful explosion and the collapse of the bridge deck.

The means of destruction were not disclosed, but it can be assumed that high-precision Hammer or JDAM bombs could have been used.

“I thank the pilots and everyone who ensures the combat work of aviation,” concluded the Air Force Commander.

Militarny previously reported on the destruction of this bridge, but we didn’t know many about the details.

Older footage from the bridge shows holes from the strikes, which most likely were caused by rocket artillery. Therefore, we can conclude that the Armed Forces of Ukraine were repeatedly trying to destroy this bridge.

This bridge was one of only a few key crossings in the area, with two other road bridges near the villages of Zvannoye and Karyzh, along with a railroad bridge, also serving the region.

The destruction of these bridges could isolate a significant portion of the Glushkovsky district, cutting it off from the main Russian forces.

While the Russian military could potentially deploy pontoon ferries to maintain connectivity, this would come with a considerable risk of missile attacks by the Ukrainian Armed Forces.

The affected part of the Glushkovsky district includes several settlements, such as Toytkino, Popovo-Lezhachi, and Volfino, along with 27 other villages.