Zelenskyy: 4 missiles hit Kyiv's Pivnichnyi Bridge; interior ministry to handle backup transport

Four ballistic missiles struck Kyiv's Pivnichnyi (Northern) Bridge overnight, prompting the closure of traffic and plans for alternative transport routes. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed the attack on Saturday. Zelenskyy stated six ballistic missiles were fired at the bridge, with four hitting it. He discussed reserve transport schemes with Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal and Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko, noting current transport reserves are insufficient and the ministry will address this with city authorities. The attack is part of a broader Russian ballistic campaign against bridges across the Dnipro River and energy infrastructure. Zelenskyy cited a Patriot missile system deficit for significant impacts, while Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko reported damage to the roadway, trolleybus network, and power lines.