Ukraine Strikes Russia’s Last Crimea Rail Ferry
In a significant blow to Russian logistics, Ukraine’s military intelligence reported the disabling of the railway ferry “Slavyanin” in the Kerch Strait by a drone strike on April 6. This loss marks the final such vessel supporting Russian military operations in occupied Crimea, having been used to transport vital supplies like fuel, ammunition, and equipment. The “Slavyanin” had been previously targeted in March, following a similar disabling strike on another Russian railway ferry, “Avangard.” The operation effectively removes a key logistical asset crucial for Russian supply routes to the peninsula, especially given the pressure on land-based lines.
John Q. Hosedrinker