Queues at gas stations, attacks on terminals and panic among tourists: Crimea's isolation brought its de-occupation closer

The de-occupation of Crimea is increasingly associated not only with the fighting, but also with the destruction of Russian logistics on the peninsula. The fuel crisis, supply problems and strikes on key supply routes of the occupiers are gradually increasing pressure on the Russian group in Crimea.

This was reported by Krym. Realii.

Blocking of the so-called "land corridor" to the occupied Crimea, fuel crisis, long queues at gas stations and a series of strikes on Russian military and logistics facilities were the main events of the early summer on the peninsula.

Ukraine has significantly increased pressure on key supply routes for Russian troops in southern Ukraine. We are talking about the transport artery, which the Russian authorities call the R-280 Novorossiya highway, which connects Russia with the occupied territories of Zaporizhzhia, Kherson, Donetsk regions and the annexed Crimea.

The Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine recently released a video of unmanned systems operators striking at Russian equipment on the routes between occupied Berdiansk, Melitopol and Dzhankoy.

The systematic attacks have significantly complicated cargo transportation in the occupied territories. Some sections of the routes are reportedly periodically completely blocked due to destroyed equipment, and Russian trucks are often trapped between burned convoys.

One of the most visible consequences has been problems with fuel supplies to Crimea. The situation is further complicated by regular attacks on oil depots, storage facilities and other fuel infrastructure.

Serhiy Bratchuk, spokesman for the Ukrainian Volunteer Army, believes that the logistical isolation of Crimea may become one of the key factors in the future de-occupation of the peninsula. According to him, Russia continues to transfer ammunition, weapons, fuel and personnel to the frontline for units in the southern direction through Crimea.

The expert notes that civilians and representatives of the occupation administration are currently under the greatest pressure, while military needs remain a priority for the Russian command.

According to Bratchuk, if the current intensity of Ukrainian strikes continues, Russian troops may face limited offensive capabilities and be forced to switch to mainly defensive actions.

The expert also draws attention to the growing anxiety among the population of the peninsula. Fuel shortages, logistical disruptions, economic difficulties and the constant threat of new attacks create an atmosphere of uncertainty that increasingly affects the life of the occupied region.

In addition, due to the shortage of automobile fuel, severe restrictions on the sale of gasoline have been imposed in the occupied Crimea. Holders of previously purchased coupons are limited to no more than 20 liters of fuel per person.

Анна Бальчінос