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Germany's Merz visits Kyiv as Russia strikes bridge

DW4 October 2026, 08:13 UTCUkraine

A Kyiv bridge was hit by a Russian drone shortly after Chancellor Merz arrived in the Ukrainian capital. During his visit, Merz is set to announce new measures to support Ukraine, including plans for drone production.

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