German drone strike hits Kyiv bridge during Merz visit

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A Russian drone struck a key bridge in Kyiv on Sunday as German Chancellor Friedrich Merz arrived in the Ukrainian capital for an unannounced visit, injuring two people. Video showed the Northern Bridge attacked with a fireball while cars crossed, marking the second strike on the bridge in two days. The attack occurred as air raid sirens sounded before Merz's talks with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Merz pledged support, saying "Ukraine needs all our support in the coming weeks," and is finalizing a defence partnership for drone and missile production. Germany plans to release €1 billion in military aid and €350 million for energy repairs, while Russia warned strikes will intensify.


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