Russia Reports Kerch Strait Bridge Shut Down, Ukrainian Media Reports Explosions At Oil Depot In Feodosia

The closure happened as Russian state media released audio it says proves Germany is planning to carry out strikes in Crimea, and “discussing how to strike the Crimea bridge".

CRIMEA - According to the Russian Operational Information traffic on the Crimean Bridge (also called the Kerch Strait Bridge) has been "temporarily blocked". 

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The operational information Telegram channel released a message that said, "Those on the bridge and in the inspection area are asked to remain calm and follow the instructions of transport security officers". 

The closure happened as Russian state media released audio it says proves Germany is planning to carry out strikes in Crimea, and “discussing how to strike the Crimea bridge" linking the Ukrainian Peninsula to Russia. Germany’s Ministry of Defense has since verified that the audio file obtained by Russian state media is authentic.

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Operational Information Message, Ukrainian Media Reports On Explosions Nearby: