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Russian strike hits Kyiv amid Chancellor Merz visit

Russian strike hits Kyiv amid Chancellor Merz visit

Summary

Russian forces bombed a bridge in Kyiv while German Chancellor Friedrich Merz was visiting the city to show support for Ukraine. Despite the strike, traffic has slowly restarted on the damaged bridge, which experts say is very strong and hard to destroy.

Key Facts

  • Russia struck a bridge in Kyiv during Chancellor Merz’s unplanned visit.
  • Merz visited Kyiv to demonstrate Germany’s support for Ukraine.
  • The bridge suffered a large hole in the roadway from the strike.
  • Traffic has resumed on the bridge, but at a slow pace.
  • Experts say Kyiv’s bridges are very solid and difficult to destroy, even with powerful weapons.
  • The news comes amid ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
  • Chancellor Merz’s visit underscores continued international attention on the war.
  • The strike happened despite the high-profile presence in the city.
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