Train Accident in Russia’s Bryansk Region: A Tragic Incident
In the early morning, amid bitter cold and light rain, there was chaos all around in the Bryansk region of Russia. People were victims of the accident after a bridge collapsed and a train derailed at night in this border region. At least seven people lost their lives in this incident and more than 30 are hospitalized. The incident was caused by “illegal interference” in the Russian rail and transport infrastructure, although the full details are still under investigation.
Accident Account
The tragic accident happened when the train was moving from the city of Klimovo towards the capital Moscow in the dark of night. The train did not have time to stop when a major bridge collapsed, causing the train’s engine and several coaches to derail. The area is located in the Vygonichsky district, about 100 kilometers from Ukraine. Reuters reports said that the bridge was deliberately targeted, but this has not been confirmed yet.
Eyewitness Stories
According to eyewitnesses, many people started screaming in panic after the incident. A woman who was also travelling in the train said, “We were all sleeping, suddenly there was a terrible jolt. I immediately woke up and started trying to understand what had happened. There was screaming everywhere and it was becoming difficult to control the situation.” A policeman who reached the spot said that this was one of the most horrific accidents of his life. “We immediately informed our emergency unit and started rescue operations. At first we could not understand the gravity of the situation, but the situation was understood quickly.”
Rescue Operations
About 180 employees of the Russian Emergency Services Ministry are engaged in this rescue operation. They quickly evacuated the victims and took them to hospitals. The governor of the Bryansk region, Alexander Bogomaz, says that one of the two children admitted to the hospital remains in critical condition. He assured that no shortage will be allowed in the care of the victims.
Theory of Illegal Intervention
The accident is still under investigation, but officials of the Bryansk government and Russian security agencies believe that the bridge was demolished forcibly. If this has happened, it is very scary, because this incident can cause a big crisis, and given its seriousness, the possibility of an attack from Ukraine cannot be ruled out. Russian social media newspaper ‘Baza’ channel quoted unverified sources as saying that according to preliminary information, there was an explosion on the bridge. However, this information has not been confirmed yet, and no one is officially commenting on it.
Geopolitical Context
The accident happened at a time when the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine has completed four years. During this time, terrorist attacks, shelling, and drone attacks keep happening on the border every day. This accident not only affects the local area, but it can also have geopolitical implications. US President Donald Trump has already appealed to Russia and Ukraine to take part in peace efforts. Russia has also proposed a round of talks in Istanbul next week to further discuss the issue. However, Ukraine is not sure about this meeting yet. It wants to see Russia’s proposals first.
International Reaction
News agencies also recorded the reaction of a prominent US senator, who has warned Russia to face new US sanctions. This situation has also created a stir in international politics, as such accidents can become a major issue at any time.
Conclusion
Overall, this incident has further complicated the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Such accidents give rise to an atmosphere of fear and distrust in society, and therefore it is necessary to take steps to find a permanent solution to this problem. It is hoped that such incidents do not happen in the future and peace is restored. It is the duty of all parties at the local and international level to resolve this matter together and protect the lives of innocent people. This incident has shocked Russia and its citizens and at the same time, it reminds how important international cooperation is for peace and security.