Russian drone strike damages Kyiv's Northern Bridge, closes one lane

A Russian drone strike hit Kyiv's Northern Bridge on October 4, 2026, damaging the roadway and injuring two people, with one hospitalized. One traffic lane was closed, causing congestion as vehicles and public transport detour around the damaged section. The attack occurred while cars were crossing, and a fire at the scene was extinguished. The strike also damaged a heating main, temporarily cutting hot water in the Desnyansky district. Kyiv Mayor Vitaliy Klitschko reported drone debris falling on a car and a school yard in the Darnytskyi district. This marks the third consecutive day of Russian attacks on Kyiv's bridges, following strikes on the Southern Bridge. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is visiting Kyiv, and President Volodymyr Zelensky reported over 1,900 drones, 1,700 glide bombs, and 25 missiles used against Ukraine this week.