Russian drone strikes Kyiv bridge during German chancellor's visit as Russia plans mass mobilization
A Russian drone struck Kyiv's Northern Bridge on Sunday, causing a fiery explosion during German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's visit, with two people injured. The attack comes as Russia reportedly prepares mass military mobilization. The Kremlin has repeatedly warned Germany to halt aid to Ukraine. Russia's Defense Ministry stated strikes on Kyiv and other regions will intensify, following five attacks on the Southern Bridge earlier in the week. Ukrainian President Zelensky met with Merz, discussing a nearly $1.5 million aid package including weapons and energy support. Analysts warn winter could be pivotal, as Putin imposes draft restrictions on young men ahead of conscripting 120,000 soldiers this fall.