Russian drone strikes Kyiv bridge during German Chancellor Merz's visit
Summary
Russian forces launched drone and missile attacks on Kyiv, hitting the Pivnichyi (Northern) Bridge, shortly after German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in the city for an unannounced visit. Merz pledged €1.35 billion in military and energy aid, calling on President Putin to end the "senseless war" amid escalating strikes.
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