ISLAMABAD: Two bridges in Russian regions bordering Ukraine collapsed overnight following explosions that have been officially labeled as acts of terrorism, killing seven people and injuring dozens more. The incidents took place in Russia\u2019s Bryansk and Kursk regions, with emergency responders working urgently at the scenes. In Bryansk, a road bridge collapsed onto a railway line late Saturday, derailing a passenger train bound for Moscow and resulting in seven fatalities. Authorities reported that at least 71 people were injured, with 44 hospitalized.<\/p>\n
In a related incident, a rail bridge in the neighboring Kursk region was destroyed in the early hours of Sunday, derailing a freight train and injuring its driver. Both bridges were targeted in what officials described as \u201cillegal interference.\u201d The Russian Investigative Committee has launched a criminal investigation, but no group has claimed responsibility. Videos circulating on social media show rescuers navigating the wreckage and cries for help amid the chaos. Russian President Vladimir Putin was briefed throughout the night on the developments.<\/p>\n
The blasts occurred amid heightened tensions between Russia and Ukraine, with Russia blaming Kyiv for the attacks, calling Ukraine a \u201cterrorist enclave.\u201d Since Russia\u2019s military invasion of Ukraine in 2022, sabotage incidents targeting Russia\u2019s railway infrastructure have increased, disrupting transportation of troops and military supplies. The explosions coincide with diplomatic efforts, led by the US, aimed at arranging talks between Russian and Ukrainian officials to seek a resolution to the ongoing conflict, which has caused tens of thousands of deaths and displacement.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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