Magyar: Ukraine will block the Novorossiya highway to Crimea with drones in a month

Commander of the Unmanned Systems Forces Robert Brovdy stated that within a month Ukraine will establish full fire control over the key Novorossiya highway, which supplies Russian troops in Crimea.

Speaking to Reuters, the commander of the Ukrainian Armed Forces’ Unmanned Systems Forces, Major Robert Brovdy, known by his call sign Magyar, clearly outlined the Ukrainian command’s immediate plans. According to him, systematic drone strikes along the Novorossiya highway have already reduced truck traffic by more than two-thirds. In another four weeks, Brovdy predicts, this road will be under full control of Ukrainian drone operators.

How drones are changing the logistics of the occupiers

The Novorossiya highway runs from Rostov-on-Don through Mariupol, Melitopol and on to Dzhankoy in Crimea. It is through it that the Russian army transfers fuel, ammunition and personnel to the peninsula. Over the past month, according to the SBS, the number of truck trips has fallen from approximately 180–200 per day to 55–65. This was made possible by combined strikes by FPV drones (first-person view drones) and long-range kamikaze drones, which strike equipment directly on the open highway.

Brody compared such attacks to “hunting partridges in an open field.” Russian convoys are forced to move alone or in small groups, often at night, using bypass dirt roads. This significantly slows down supplies and increases fuel costs. The occupation administration of Crimea has already introduced norms for the issuance of gasoline and diesel for civilian cars - no more than 20 liters per week for passenger cars.

Strategic goal: isolation of the peninsula

The main task that the SBS sets itself is not just to reduce traffic, but to completely block the land corridor. When this happens, Crimea will find itself in a situation similar to 2014-2015, when supplies depended exclusively on ports and the Kerch Bridge. However, the bridge has already been repeatedly attacked, and sea transportation is limited due to the threat of Ukrainian naval drones and Neptune missiles.

Analysts at the London-based International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) said in a June 2026 report that the loss of reliable land links would force Russia to triple its sea and air transport, raising costs and risks for the Black Sea Fleet, which is already suffering losses in Sevastopol and Novorossiysk.

Impact on the civilian population and economy of Crimea

Fuel restrictions have already affected prices. According to Crimean Telegram channels, the cost of A-95 gasoline at Simferopol gas stations has reached 78–82 rubles per liter. At the same time, the ports of Feodosia and Kerch are recording an increase in queues for loading ships. Local entrepreneurs complain about delays in the supply of construction materials and food.

It is important to emphasize: Brody clearly stated that the strikes are aimed exclusively at military and logistical facilities. The civilian population and civilian infrastructure are not targets. This is consistent with the stated position of the Ukrainian command regarding compliance with the norms of international humanitarian law.

Technical advantages of Ukrainian drones

Over the past year, the SBS has significantly modernized its drone fleet. In addition to classic FPV drones, Baba Yaga-type drones with high payload capacity and devices with thermal imaging cameras for night operations are actively used. Coordination is carried out via secure Starlink channels and its own repeaters, which allows operators to be at a safe distance.

In May 2026, the 412th Nemesis Brigade struck an oil depot in Feodosia, destroying over 12 cubic meters of fuel. This was yet another confirmation of the ability of Ukrainian forces to strike targets up to 250 kilometers from the front line.

Russia's reaction and possible consequences

The Russian command is already deploying additional air defense assets to Crimea and the Kherson region. However, as practice shows, even dense cover does not guarantee complete protection from massive drone attacks. According to estimates by the American Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), Russia loses from 120 to 180 units of equipment every month on the logistics routes of southern Ukraine.

The political consequences of Crimea’s isolation could be significant. If troop supplies deteriorate, Moscow will face a choice: either withdraw some of its forces from the peninsula or significantly increase its costs for alternative routes. Both options weaken Russia’s position on the front.

International context and support for Ukraine

Brody's statement came against the backdrop of another package of military aid from the US and the EU. In June 2026, Washington approved the supply of an additional 800 drones of various types and components for their production in Ukraine. This will allow the SBS to increase the pace of operations along the entire southern front.

European partners, including Germany and the Netherlands, are providing electronic warfare systems that help protect Ukrainian drones from Russian electronic warfare. This combination makes strikes even more precise and less vulnerable.

Conclusions and perspectives

Robert Brovdy's words are not just a forecast, but a clear strategic statement. Ukraine is consistently implementing a plan to isolate Crimea, using the most modern technologies of drone warfare. If the pace of operations continues, the land corridor to the peninsula may be under full control of the Armed Forces of Ukraine as early as July 2026.

This will have far-reaching consequences for both the military campaign and the economic situation in occupied Crimea. The main thing is that the Ukrainian command demonstrates the ability to adapt and use new technologies to achieve strategic goals without unnecessary civilian casualties.