Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:31pm on 01 Jun 2025,Sunday International
At least seven people were killed and over 70 injured after two bridges collapsed overnight in Russia’s Bryansk and Kursk regions, near the Ukraine border. In Bryansk, a road bridge fell onto a moving passenger train, derailing several cars. Hours later, a rail bridge collapsed in Kursk, derailing a freight locomotive and sparking a fire. Russian officials allege terrorism or sabotage, while Ukraine denies involvement, calling it a "false flag" operation ahead of peace talks in Turkey. Investigations are underway, with President Putin reportedly briefed throughout the night. Emergency crews remain at both sites managing rescue and recovery efforts. (PC: BBC)
