Russian strikes hit Kyiv bridges during surprise visit by German Chancellor

Russian drone strikes targeted infrastructure in Kyiv on Sunday, hitting the Pivnichnyi Bridge for a second straight day, according to the BBC and France 24. The strikes coincided with an unannounced visit to the Ukrainian capital by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, who came to show support for the country. [1][2][4]

Footage showed a drone striking the Pivnichnyi Bridge while vehicles were driving across it, injuring two people, the BBC reported. Major bridges in the capital have faced attacks for four consecutive days, with the Pivdennyi Bridge also hit multiple times earlier in the week, according to the BBC. [1][2]

Russia announced on Sunday that it will intensify attacks against military and industrial facilities in Kyiv and other parts of Ukraine, Politico Europe reported. The announcement cited Russia's Defense Ministry, which confirmed plans to strike military infrastructure and related facilities. [3]

The Russian statement came as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said his country would have to respond in any way it can, Politico Europe reported. Russian strikes have continuously targeted infrastructure and populated areas throughout the ongoing conflict. [3][10]