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Ukraine Reports Russian Order to Destroy Bridges Over Dnipro River

Ukraine reports that Russia has issued an order to destroy bridges crossing the Dnipro River. Russian Iskander missiles continue to strike Ukrainian bridges with precision using optical and radar-guided seekers despite nationwide GPS jamming by Ukrainian forces. Meanwhile, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warns that Russia is intensifying attacks to pressure Kyiv during trilateral talks and aims to cut the country in half. Energy facilities across multiple regions face heavy bombardments, plunging power supplies close to critical levels and threatening infrastructure assets.

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  • ✓ Ukraine reported a Russian order to destroy bridges over the Dnipro River.
  • ✓ Russian Iskander missiles hit Ukrainian bridges with precision using optical and radar-guided seekers despite nationwide GPS jamming.
  • ✓ President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned that Russian strikes aim to cut Ukraine in half and pressure Kyiv at trilateral talks.
🛡️ Source Corroboration: 16 independent reporting domains (90% confidence) ⏱ Read time: ~2 min

What changed

Ukraine has reported a specific Russian military directive targeting the destruction of bridges over the Dnipro River.

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  1. Ukraine Reports Russian Order to Destroy Dnipro River Bridges

    Ukraine reports that Russia has issued an order to destroy bridges crossing the Dnipro River. Russian Iskander missiles continue to strike Ukrainian bridges with precision using optical and radar-guided seekers despite nationwide GPS jamming by Ukrainian forces. Meanwhile, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warns that Russia is intensifying attacks to pressure Kyiv during trilateral talks and aims to cut the country in half. Energy facilities across multiple regions face heavy bombardments, plunging power supplies close to critical levels and threatening infrastructure assets.

    Why it matters

    The escalation coincides with high-stakes diplomatic discussions and a surge in missile strikes targeting critical infrastructure across several Ukrainian regions. Sustained attacks on power plants and transport routes are compounding winter hardships and straining grid operators. Military analysts note that destroying the Dnipro River crossings would severely disrupt Ukrainian logistics and supply lines.

    What is confirmed

    • Ukraine reported a Russian order to destroy bridges over the Dnipro River.
    • Russian Iskander missiles hit Ukrainian bridges with precision using optical and radar-guided seekers despite nationwide GPS jamming.
    • President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned that Russian strikes aim to cut Ukraine in half and pressure Kyiv at trilateral talks.

    What to watch next

    • Visual or military confirmation of structural damage to Dnipro River bridges
    • Outcomes from ongoing trilateral talks and diplomatic engagements
    • Updates from Ukrainian grid operators regarding power restoration efforts
    Sources used for this update (18)
    1. www.kyivpost.com — Get the Latest Ukraine News Today - Kyiv Post
    2. www.upi.com — N. Korean leader's sister again pushes back against Seoul's medical aid offer - UPI.com
    3. www.dailykos.com — Overnight News Digest October 25, 2026
    4. The Guardian — Ukraine war briefing: Russia ramping up attacks to ‘pressure’ Kyiv at trilateral talks, Zelenskyy says
    5. Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty — Ukraine Battles To Restore Power After Russian Attacks, Ahead Of Abu Dhabi Talks
    6. Financial Times — Russian strikes aim to cut Ukraine in half, Zelenskyy warns
    7. Reuters — Russia attacks energy facilities in eight Ukrainian regions, grid operator says
    8. Українська правда — Russia strikes Trypilska power plant crucial for three oblasts: consequences "extremely serious" – photos
    9. Al Jazeera — Russia claims interception of 146 drones in Leningrad region
    10. Kyiv Post — Ukraine Reports Russian Order to Destroy Bridges Over Dnipro River
    11. The Kyiv Independent — Russia attacks Kyiv with ballistic missiles hours after peace talks end
    12. BBC — Ukraine's power supply close to critical as Russian strikes bring darkness and cold
    confidence 90%
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