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Russian strikes hit Kyiv Southern Bridge again overnight

By The Likely · Updated Oct 2, 6:56 AM ET · Drawn from 6 sources · Written by AI, checked against sources

Russian strikes hit Kyiv's Southern Bridge again overnight into Oct 2, leaving 1 person dead and 2 injured. Authorities closed 2 bridges across the Dnipro River following the attacks.

Why it mattersStrikes on the capital's bridges endanger key transport links connecting eastern and western Kyiv.

How we got here

  1. A Russian drone struck a Kyiv school, and two drones later hit near the Southern Bridge's supports. Kyivindependent
  2. Russian strikes hit the Southern Bridge again, killing one person, injuring two in Kyiv, and prompting officials to close two bridges. Kyivindependent, It

What's likely next

  1. Ahead of winter 2026–27, Ukraine expected further Russian attacks on energy infrastructure. Kyiv Post reported that more than 200 protective structures had already been built around priority sites and repair equipment was being positioned.
  2. Russia targets KyivVery likely92%
  3. Russia targets KyivVery likely92%▲ from 53% yesterday
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