Russia launched a drone strike on Kyiv’s Northern Bridge over the Dnipro River just hours after Germany’s chancellor arrived in the Ukrainian capital for an unannounced visit aimed at reinforcing Berlin’s support for Ukraine. The attack, part of a four-day campaign targeting critical infrastructure, forced vehicles crossing the bridge to swerve as the drone exploded mid-air, sending flames across the roadway. Kyiv officials reported two injuries in the strike, which follows repeated Russian assaults on bridges vital for daily commutes between the city’s divided banks. The timing of the assault underscores escalating tensions as Western leaders bolster political and military backing for Ukraine amid prolonged warfare.
Attack happened shortly after Merz arrived in city on unannounced visit intended to underline Germany’s backing of UkraineRussia has struck another major bridge in Kyiv as the German chancellor, Friedrich Merz, arrived in the capital in a show of support for Ukraine.A Russian drone hit Kyiv’s key Northern Bridge over the Dnipro River, marking the fourth consecutive day that Russia has targeted bridges used by thousands of residents commuting between the city’s two banks. Video footage showed cars driving across the bridge as the drone plunged into the roadway and exploded in a burst of fire. Two people were injured in the strike, said Kyiv’s mayor, Vitali Klitschko. Continue reading...
