On May 31, 2025, dramatic explosions rocked Russia’s border regions of Bryansk and Kursk. The Russian Investigative Committee has now classified the incidents as acts of terrorism following the collapse of key railway bridges.
Authorities report that two separate blasts led to severe structural damage along busy railway lines. In the Bryansk region, an explosion on the Vygonichi-Pilshino section caused a passenger train carrying 388 people to derail, resulting in seven fatalities and injuring 66 others. Meanwhile, in the Kursk region, another blast caused a railway bridge to collapse, forcing a train onto the road and injuring the driver and two assistants.
Svetlana Petrenko, spokesperson for the investigative committee, confirmed that criminal cases have been opened as a result of these explosive events. The incidents have sparked concerns about potential terrorist activities targeting critical transportation links, leaving communities and travelers on high alert.
This unfolding story has caught the attention of news enthusiasts, professionals, students, and explorers alike. As investigations continue, stay tuned for more updates on this developing situation. 🚆💥
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Russian investigator classifies bridge collapses as 'terrorist attack'
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