Major bridges in Ukraine have been targeted by Russian strikes over the past four days, as Moscow increases its attacks in Ukraine's capital city. The Pivnichnyi (Northern) Bridge has been hit for the second consecutive day, while the Pivdennyi (Southern) Bridge was struck multiple times earlier this week. The latest attack coincided with a visit to Kyiv by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Sunday. BBC Ukraine correspondent Dan Johnson, who is near one of the targeted bridges, provides an update on the situation.
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Russian Strikes Target Major Bridges in Kyiv
Russian strikes have targeted major bridges in Kyiv over the past four days, with the Pivnichnyi and Pivdennyi bridges suffering multiple hits. The latest attacks occurred during German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's visit to the city.
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