Russia hits Kyiv bridge as Germany’s Merz visits Ukraine’s capital
Summary
Russia attacked a key bridge in Kyiv just as German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in the city to meet President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The visit showed Germany’s support for Ukraine amid ongoing Russian attacks, and both leaders discussed closer military cooperation and new aid packages.Key Facts
- Russia struck the Northern Bridge in Kyiv during Merz’s unannounced visit.
- Merz met President Zelenskyy to express Germany’s support for Ukraine.
- The meeting took place at the National Academy of Sciences, previously hit by a Russian drone.
- German officials and company leaders accompanied Merz to discuss military and economic aid.
- Germany and Ukraine plan to build drones and weapons able to travel over 600 miles.
- A $1.1 billion military aid package and $394 million for energy repairs were announced.
- Russia warned foreign diplomats to leave Kyiv due to increasing attacks.
- The conflict between Russia and Ukraine is in its fifth year with rising drone and missile strikes.
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