Flames and smoke rise from the Crimean Bridge connecting Russia and the Crimean peninsula over the Kerch Strait near Kerch, Crimea on Saturday. The bridge is a key supply artery for Moscow’s faltering war effort in southern Ukraine. Photo: AP
China calls for de-escalation of war in Ukraine after Crimea bridge attack
- Foreign ministry spokeswoman says Beijing ‘is in communication with all parties’ and willing to a play a constructive role to de-escalate the situation
- There have been Russian missile strikes across Ukraine after an explosion crippled the bridge linking Russia and the Crimean peninsula on Saturday
Flames and smoke rise from the Crimean Bridge connecting Russia and the Crimean peninsula over the Kerch Strait near Kerch, Crimea on Saturday. The bridge is a key supply artery for Moscow’s faltering war effort in southern Ukraine. Photo: AP