Surovikin Received Order From Putin to Destroy Bridges in Kyiv - The Telegraph
- President Vladimir Putin ordered General Sergey Surovikin to destroy bridges across the Dnipro River in Kyiv, recalling the general known as "General Armageddon" from his command term in Africa to lead the operation.
- Recalled from Africa, Surovikin brings extensive experience directing Russia's winter energy campaigns and bolstering defensive lines in Kherson and Zaporizhzhia during his previous tenure as commander of Russian forces in Ukraine.
- Russian forces hit two of four major bridges in Kyiv last week, including one during German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's visit. Authorities warn closure of the Vantovyy Bridge in Zaporizhzhia could create a "logistical nightmare."
- Moscow aims to paralyze Kyiv this winter by disrupting transportation between the Dnipro River banks. International law permits targeting infrastructure if attacks do not cause "disproportionate" harm to civilians, though interpretations vary widely.
- Facing limited air defenses, Ukraine is struggling to protect its logistics networks against the widening campaign. Officials are considering ferry systems or pontoon bridges as alternatives to maintain connectivity through another winter of bombardment.
47 Articles
47 Articles
After the Wagner mutiny in the summer of 2023, the Russian general Surovikin lost his post. Now, according to a media report, he was given a new command to strengthen the bombings of Kiev. Already in Syria "General Armageddon" put on devastating air attacks.
Once Sergei Surovikin commanded Russia's troops in Ukraine, after the Wagner uprising, he was sidelined. Now the military known as "General Armageddon" has apparently returned to Moscow.
‘General Armageddon’ Might Make a Comeback: Putin Now Has a New Strategy to Try and Crush Ukraine Once and For All
Russia has widened its strike campaign to Ukraine's major bridges, hitting crossings in Kyiv and Zaporizhzhia, though none have fallen so far. The Telegraph reports that Gen. Sergey Surovikin, known as "General Armageddon," is back to lead the effort, but another outlet says he is still assigned to Africa and simply on vacation.
Russian General Sergei Surovikin, called "Gen. Armageddon", was returned to Moscow in anticipation of a change in war tactics in Ukraine, writing today, October 8, The Telegraph.
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 50% of the sources lean Right
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
