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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Namita Singh

Ukraine strikes near Crimean bridge as Zelensky warns of ‘massive Russian attack’

  • Ukrainian forces have reportedly struck energy and military infrastructure near the key bridge linking occupied Crimea and Russia.
  • The Russia-appointed Crimean governor stated that fuel sales were suspended across the peninsula, with supplies restricted to essential services.
  • Russian authorities reported at least five fatalities and 28 injuries from the attacks, claiming 239 Ukrainian drones were downed overnight.
  • Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk voiced concerns over a growing dispute between their nations.
  • The controversy stems from Zelensky's decision to rename a Ukrainian military unit after the Ukrainian Insurgent Army, leading to Poland revoking his Order of the White Eagle and prompting former Ukrainian officials to return their Polish honours.

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