Russian strikes hit major bridges in Kyiv for four days
Major bridges in Kyiv have been targeted by Russian strikes for four days, coinciding with a visit to Ukraine by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz.
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- Major bridges in Ukraine targeted over four days
- Pivnichnyi Bridge hit for the second consecutive day
- Pivdennyi Bridge struck multiple times earlier in the week
- German Chancellor Friedrich Merz visited Kyiv on Sunday
Russian forces have intensified aerial attacks on Ukraine's capital city, targeting vital bridge crossings over the past four days as Moscow ramps up its military operations in the region.
According to reports, the Pivnichnyi (Northern) Bridge has been struck for the second day in a row, while the Pivdennyi (Southern) Bridge was targeted multiple times earlier in the week.
Stock photo for illustration only, not from the actual event
This latest wave of attacks unfolded as German Chancellor Friedrich Merz made a surprise visit to Kyiv on Sunday to assess the security situation on the ground.
Targeting critical infrastructure such as major bridges in a capital city is a strategic move designed to disrupt supply lines, logistics, and communication, while exerting psychological pressure on the civilian population. Meanwhile, high-level diplomatic visits from Western leaders highlight ongoing international solidarity with Ukraine amidst mounting military escalation.
BBC Ukraine correspondent Dan Johnson, reporting from a location near one of the targeted bridges, has been providing detailed updates on the unfolding situation and the extent of the damage.
Source: BBC World
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