Zelensky orders plan for free public transport in Kyiv

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has ordered Prime Minister Serhiy Koretsky to prepare a plan for free public transport in Kyiv, following disruptions caused by Russian attacks. The directive came after a meeting addressing the consequences of Russian strikes, which have caused metro outages and damage to bridges. Zelensky emphasized the need for uninterrupted and accessible ground transport, including a sufficient bus reserve for the capital. Kyiv raised transport fares from 8 to 30 hryvnias in July, sparking public debate. Kharkiv and Kryvyi Rih already offer free municipal transport during the war, while Kyiv has introduced backup bus routes to supplement metro service.