A passenger train derailed in western Russia late Saturday, resulting in seven fatalities and 30 injuries after a bridge collapsed due to what local officials termed “illegal interference.” The incident occurred in the Bryansk region, which borders Ukraine. According to Moscow Railways, the bridge, which was located above the railway tracks, suffered damage linked to unauthorized actions affecting transport operations.
Photos from the scene showed train cars mangled and debris scattered from the fallen bridge. Witnesses shared videos online that captured the moments leading up to the collapse, including close calls with vehicles that narrowly avoided a similar fate. Bryansk regional Governor Alexander Bogomaz confirmed the death toll and reported that among the injured were two children. He reassured that emergency services were actively responding and providing assistance to those affected.
While Russian authorities have not identified the parties responsible for the bridge’s collapse, there have been past accusations directed at pro-Ukrainian saboteurs for targeting Russian railway infrastructure. However, the specific circumstances surrounding this incident remain unclear and unverified.
Ukrainian media previously noted operations by Kyiv’s intelligence regarding attacks on Russian rail lines, including two explosions in December 2023 on a railroad crucial for trade with China. Russian Railways acknowledged one of these explosions but did not provide further details, and no comment was made on the second incident. The situation underscores ongoing tensions in the region and raises concerns about rail safety.
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