Russia Launches Air Strikes on Southern Bridge in Kyiv, Mayor Confirms

Russian air strikes hit the Southern Bridge in Kyiv again, according to Kyiv Mayor. The attack occurred on October 2, 2026, at 4:32 AM UTC. Reuters and Straits Times reported the strike on the Southern Bridge, while British Broadcasting Corporation and BBC World described the attack on the Northern Bridge as the second major bridge in Kyiv. The mayor stated that the Northern Bridge attack followed repeat attacks on another major bridge in recent days. The sources diverge on the specific bridge targeted, with some outlets citing the Southern Bridge and others the Northern Bridge. The immediate consequence of the strikes includes damage to infrastructure and potential loss of life, though exact figures are not yet available.