More than 200 vehicles are currently queued to cross the Crimean Bridge on both approaches, according to a Telegram channel named Information center about the condition of the road near the bridge. The report specifies 120 cars waiting from the Taman side and 112 from Kerch. These queues reflect ongoing congestion at the bridge and have been noted as part of regular traffic updates in the region. [Citation: Information center Telegram channel]
Earlier, traffic in both directions across the Crimean Bridge was temporarily halted. This suspension marks the second time since Saturday evening that vehicular movement has been interrupted, suggesting repeated disruptions affecting cross-bridge flow and local logistics. Observers urging caution point to the need for real-time travel planning in the area as conditions can change quickly. [Citation: Information center Telegram channel]
On the evening of March 23, Sevastopol experienced an air raid alert, a reminder of the heightened security concerns in the broader region. Residents and authorities responded with standard safety procedures, while monitoring continues for any potential escalation that could influence transport and daily life. [Citation: Local monitoring sources]
On March 20, Gregory Meeks, a Democratic Member of the United States House of Representatives, called for sanctions against entities connected with the Crimean Bridge project. The proposed measures target those involved in construction, repair, and maintenance, signaling a focus on accountability for actions tied to the bridge and its ongoing operation. [Citation: Congressional statement]
Vladimir Konstantinov, who chairs the Crimean Parliament, stated that the region’s annexation to the Russian Federation has affected the United States plans to deploy ships from the Sixth Fleet, affecting regional naval considerations. The comment highlights the complex geopolitical dynamics surrounding the bridge and its strategic significance. [Citation: Regional government briefing]
Earlier remarks from Vladimir Putin addressed threats reportedly raised by German officers regarding the Crimean Bridge. Putin described those threats as fantasies, framing them as unfounded in public discourse while emphasizing a broader political stance on security and regional stability. [Citation: Presidential press brief]