On the 11th day of the invasion, Ukraine made a significant impact by destroying a crucial bridge over the Seim River in Kursk Oblast, Russia. This bridge was vital for Russian logistics, and its loss could severely disrupt their supply lines.

The Big Hit

A dramatic video posted by the Ukrainian Air Force shows the bridge collapsing into the river after a powerful explosion. It appears that advanced guided bombs, either JDAM-ER or Hammer bombs, were used to bring the bridge down. These bombs are known for their precision and powerful impact, much more so than standard HIMARS rockets, which were also previously used but only damaged the bridge.

The Ukrainian Air Force shared the video on Telegram, praising their pilots for targeting key Russian positions and supply routes effectively. They emphasized the importance of these high-precision strikes in their ongoing operations.

Russian Reactions

Initially, Russian media claimed that the bridge was hit by multiple HI...