Russian missile attacks damage Kyiv's Northern Bridge, halt east-west traffic

Russian missile and drone strikes have once again targeted Kyiv’s transport network, this time damaging the Northern Bridge that carries road traffic and trolleybuses across the Dnipro River. Mayor Vitali Klitschko confirmed the hit and noted that emergency responders were deployed and traffic between the eastern and western districts was restricted. The strike adds to earlier damage inflicted on the Southern Bridge, forcing commuters onto a limited number of alternative routes and causing heavier congestion.

Authorities reported no casualties from the Northern Bridge attack. Municipal teams are now inspecting the structure and planning repairs, while transport services are being re-routed to cope with the reduced capacity. Kyiv officials have not set a firm timeline for fully restoring the affected crossings, meaning altered travel patterns may persist.