Russia Attacks Second Bridge in Ukraine's Capital Kyiv
A Russian attack targeting the Pivnichnyi Bridge in Kyiv left two people injured, marking the second major bridge targeted in the capital this week.
As Russia's attacks targeting critical infrastructure in Ukraine's capital Kyiv continue, the striking of the Pivnichnyi Bridge resulted in two injuries and disruptions in transportation.
Attacks Directed at Bridges in Kyiv
In Russia's latest attack, the Pivnichnyi Bridge over the Dnipro River in the capital Kyiv was targeted, raising concerns over critical infrastructure in the city.
Mayor Vitaliy Klitschko reported that Saturday morning's attack damaged the road surface and trolleybus lines, injuring two people.
Disruptions in Transportation and Traffic
Following the attack, emergency crews were dispatched to the scene, and crossings from the left bank to the right bank were completely closed.
It was reported that the Pivdennyi Bridge was also struck multiple times by unmanned aerial vehicles this week, causing major disruptions in transportation.
Statements and Warnings from Parties
Moscow argued that these bridges are used for the transport of Ukrainian soldiers and military equipment, and called on everyone, including foreign diplomats, to leave Kyiv.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Russian President Vladimir Putin has decided there are no rules left while attacking Ukraine.