Russia strikes second major bridge in Kyiv as Ukraine warns of escalation. Kyiv's Northern Bridge was hit by Russian forces, damaging infrastructure and halting traffic. The attack follows days of targeted strikes on key bridges in the capital, with Ukraine accusing Russia of a new strategy to pressure civilians into leaving urban areas.
Russian forces struck the Northern Bridge over the Dnipro River in Kyiv, injuring two people and damaging trolleybus overhead power lines. The attack comes as Ukraine accuses Russia of a new doctrine targeting infrastructure, including bridges, to force residents to flee cities. Kyiv's mayor reported traffic disruptions and urged caution during air raid alerts.
Ukraine has warned of further escalation, with President Zelenskyy stating that Kyiv will respond to Russian attacks on infrastructure. The strikes on bridges are part of a broader strategy by Russia to disrupt logistics and exert psychological pressure on the population. Experts suggest the attacks are more about halting traffic and causing disruption than destroying infrastructure.
Ukraine and Moldova have condemned the attacks, with Moldovan President Sandu accusing Russia of violating airspace and threatening European safety. Russia has previously denied systematic targeting of civilians, but the latest strikes have raised concerns about the escalation of conflict and the potential for further attacks on Kyiv.