A Russian missile struck a passenger train in Ukraine’s northern Sumy region on Saturday, blowing a carriage on fire and injuring several civilians. The attack, which occurred in the town of Shostka on the route to Kyiv, was confirmed by regional governor Oleh Hryhorov, who posted a photo of the damaged car on social media.
“There’s a burning carriage at the station,” Hryhorov said, adding that the strike hit the train as it left Shostka for the capital. Acting mayor Artem Kobzar echoed the governor’s account: “Passengers are hurt. Rescuers, medics, and all emergency services are on the scene.”
Authorities have not yet released a full list of casualties, but the incident follows a flurry of Russian attacks across Ukraine. Just yesterday, Moscow carried out its largest overnight air strike in months, firing missiles and drones at energy sites in several regions. Ukraine’s Ministry of Energy described the wave of attacks as a mix of missile and drone strikes, with workers rushing to restore power and contain damage.
The Sumy rail attack comes amid nearly daily strikes on Ukraine’s railway network. In the past two months, Russian forces have targeted stations, freight lines and passenger trains, raising fresh concerns as winter approaches and the war enters its fourth year. The repeated attacks aim to cripple transportation and logistics, but they also cause civilian casualties and increase pressure on emergency services.
Russian forces also launched a broader assault on Friday, hitting military bases and gas infrastructure across Ukraine. According to Russia Today, the Russian defence ministry reported that missiles and long‑range drones were launched from multiple platforms overnight, striking every designated target.
Naftogaz, Ukraine’s state‑owned energy company, said the attack was the most destructive Russia has caused to gas extraction sites in the country to date. The company added that about 35 missiles hit sites in Kharkiv and Poltava, causing critical damage.
The ongoing rail attacks, combined with strikes on energy infrastructure, highlight the escalating intensity of Russia’s campaign against Ukraine. Local responders, soldiers, and civilians remain on high alert as the conflict continues to claim lives and disrupt essential services.
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