18 Ukrainian Drones Cripple Russian Freight Hub – Then THIS Happened | Russian Ukraine War

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In a stunning display of precision warfare, Ukrainian forces launched a coordinated drone strike at 3:46 a.m. today, crippling a vital Russian freight hub near Kupansk, just 14 miles from the border. The attack targeted the Oscll River Bridge and a sprawling freight transfer station, key components of Russia’s supply chain for its ongoing military operations in eastern Ukraine.

Under a cloak of dense fog, 18 long-range drones, including Beaver and Scythe models, executed a meticulously planned assault, gliding undetected just above the river’s surface. As Russian air defenses were distracted by decoy drones, the real strike force zeroed in on their targets. The first three drones struck the bridge’s central support pillars, delivering devastating blows that sent shockwaves through the area. Less than a minute later, the bridge, which had served as a crucial artery for military supplies, collapsed into the icy waters below.

Simultaneously, a second wave of drones unleashed chaos at the freight station, igniting fuel tanks and triggering a catastrophic chain reaction. Explosions rocked the facility as artillery shells detonated, engulfing the yard in flames and smoke. Within minutes, 70% of the station lay in ruins, and communications from Russian logistics units fell silent.

This unprecedented strike has severed the primary supply line to Russia’s Lyman sector, forcing military logistics to reroute through longer, more vulnerable paths. Analysts predict it will take weeks to restore even partial rail service, leaving Russian forces exposed and scrambling for alternatives.

As dawn broke, the aftermath of the assault painted a grim picture for Moscow. The strategic loss of the Oscll Bridge and the freight yard underscores a stark reality: in modern warfare, supply lines are only as secure as their secrecy. For Ukraine, this operation is a resounding success, a testament to the effectiveness of low-cost drone warfare. For Russia, it is a warning shot that their military infrastructure is not invulnerable. The echoes of this attack will resonate far beyond the battlefield, signaling a new era of warfare where precision and stealth reign supreme.

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