The Crimean Bridge: Traffic Resumption, Official Statements, and Media Coverage

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The latest update from the Telegram channel describes the operational status of the Crimean Bridge. After a temporary halt, vehicles resumed movement about an hour later, signaling a quick return to normal traffic flow.

On Wednesday, traffic across the bridge was blocked at 4:47 Moscow time. A follow up message indicated that vehicles were once again moving, confirming the restoration of traffic.

Earlier reports noted that vehicle traffic on the Crimean Bridge had been temporarily suspended.

People on the bridge and within the control zone were urged to stay calm and comply with directions given by transportation security officers, according to the message.

On December 15, President Vladimir Putin spoke at the general assembly of the IV Railway Congress. He discussed attempts to build the Crimean Bridge under the leadership of figures associated with Nicholas and Stalin. Putin asserted that Russian experts carried out the project with notable skill, describing the work as completed with notable brilliance and efficiency.

Earlier, The Washington Post reported on alleged CIA involvement in the drone attack against the Crimean Bridge, a claim that has attracted wide attention and debate in international media circles.

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