Seven Dead in Bryansk Train Derailment: Russia Calls it a Terrorist Attack

A passenger train derailment in Bryansk, Russia, has resulted in seven deaths and numerous injuries. Authorities have confirmed that the incident was a terrorist attack, caused by explosives detonated near a bridge, leading to the train's derailment. The incident occurred near the Ukrainian border, an area already tense due to the ongoing conflict. Rescue workers were immediately dispatched to the scene, and many survivors are currently hospitalized, some in critical condition. Investigators are working to determine the full extent of the damage and identify those responsible. "The destruction is immense," stated a rescue worker at the scene, highlighting the scale of the tragedy. The incident has raised serious concerns about the safety of critical infrastructure in Russia's border regions. While the investigation is ongoing, the event underscores the ongoing geopolitical tensions in the region.