In brief
Over the past week, Moscow’s drone attacks have repeatedly targeted Kyiv’s Pivnichnyi and Pivdennyi bridges, raising fears of severe traffic disruptions. The latest strike on the Northern Bridge, coupled with earlier hits on the Southern Bridge, coincided with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s surprise visit, heightening political tensions. BBC Ukraine correspondent Dan Johnson reports from the vicinity, explaining the strategic significance of these bridges and the potential impact on civilian movement. As Kyiv braces for further attacks, the international community watches closely. The incident underscores the escalating intensity of the conflict in Eastern Europe.
Over the past four days, Moscow has sharpened its attacks on Kyiv, striking the city’s crucial Northern and Southern bridges.
The Pivnichnyi (Northern) Bridge, already damaged, endured a second strike, while the Pivdennyi (Southern) Bridge saw multiple hits earlier in the week.
BBC Ukraine correspondent Dan Johnson, standing near the southern bridge, explains what the strikes mean for infrastructure and civilian movement.
The latest drone attack coincided with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s surprise visit to Kyiv, adding another layer of tension to an already volatile day.
For more details, read BBC’s covering on the same event here.
