Susanna Riva Over the course of Sunday night, Russian forces reported hitting several strategic targets in Ukraine, including the northern bridge spanning the Dnipro River in Kyiv. The attack, according to the Russian Defense Ministry, was aimed at disrupting military supply lines used to move troops and war cargo.
The attack on the Northern Bridge in Kyiv
The northern bridge, a crucial element of the capital's transport network, was hit by air strikes aimed at restricting the mobility of Ukrainian forces. Russian authorities specified that the target was used daily for the transport of military equipment, making it a high-value tactical target.
Despite claims of success, Ukrainian sources have not confirmed the extent of the damage, leaving uncertainty about whether the bridge is actually operational.
Damage to cargo ships and maritime infrastructure
In parallel with the attack on the territory, the ministry reported sightings of two cargo ships heading towards the port of Odesa, located in the northwestern Black Sea.
According to the statements, the vessels were carrying military equipment intended for Ukrainian defense. In an earlier statement, Russian forces also reported hitting a cargo ship located east of Odesa overnight, as well as a Nova Poshta logistics center in Chornomorsk and a data center in Odesa, highlighting a targeted campaign against key infrastructure.
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