A tragic train derailment in western Russia’s Bryansk region resulted in at least seven deaths and 30 injuries after a bridge collapsed, an event attributed to “illegal interference” as per local officials. The incident occurred late Saturday, with the bridge failing while a passenger train was traveling beneath it. A statement from Moscow Railways highlighted the bridge’s collapse, noting it was situated above the railway tracks.
Photos from the scene depicted the damaged train cars scattered among the fallen debris of the bridge, while social media footage showed vehicles narrowly avoiding the collapsing structure. Bryansk Governor Alexander Bogomaz reported that emergency services were on-site and expressed condolences for the victims, confirming that among the injured were two children.
While the cause of the bridge’s failure remains unclear, past incidents have led to accusations against pro-Ukrainian saboteurs targeting Russia’s railway systems. However, details on such occurrences are often limited and unverified. In December 2023, Ukrainian media alleged that their intelligence agencies executed two explosions on a critical railway in Siberia, pivotal for trade between Russia and China; the Ukrainian security services have remained silent about these reports. Russian Railways acknowledged one explosion mentioned in the media but did not provide further details. The situation continues to unfold as local authorities investigate the causes behind this catastrophic incident.
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