Breaking: Kyiv Bridge Hit, Capital Split in Two
Russian state media including RT have confirmed that the Kyiv Bridge—used by Ukrainian forces to transport troops and supplies—was struck in a precise Russian attack. The critical structure was destroyed, plunging the capital into a transportation crisis.
After two days of repeated strikes on the southern bridge, a Russian drone precisely hit this northern crossing.
This is another major bridge spanning the Dnipro River. The attack has severed traffic between the left and right banks of Kyiv.
Differing from the southern bridge, the northern span serves exclusively road traffic, with eight lanes handling heavy truck and military vehicle flows, linking the right and left banks of Kyiv with key routes to Chernihiv and Sumy in the north (M-01 and H-07).
It represents a vital logistical artery for forces guarding the northern border.
The Russian Defense Ministry stated the bridge was targeted due to its use in transporting military materiel.
The southern bridge had been struck multiple times by drones between October 1 and 2.
Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko confirmed damage to road surfaces and tram power grids, forcing authorities to shut down all crossings between the city’s left and right banks. The Russian operation is effectively dividing the capital.
The war between Ukraine and Russia has now lasted 1,683 days.
It has surpassed the duration of World War I (1,568 days).
It remains 511 days short of the length of World War II (2,194 days).
Four and a half years into the conflict, Moscow has finally begun targeting bridges in Kyiv.
Original: toutiao.com/article/1878037029079114/
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