Double Bridge Collapse in Russia: Seven Dead, Dozens Injured

On June 1, 2025, two separate bridge collapses in the Bryansk and Kursk regions of Russia caused significant disruption and casualties. In Bryansk, a railway bridge collapsed onto a passenger train bound for Moscow. Emergency services responded swiftly, but the incident resulted in seven fatalities and 104 injuries. One eyewitness, whose account has been corroborated by local news reports, described the scene as "utter chaos." Later that day, another railway bridge in the Kursk region also collapsed, this time affecting a freight train. While casualties were less severe in Kursk, the incident further highlighted concerns about infrastructure safety. The Investigative Committee of Russia has stated that the collapses were likely caused by explosions, suggesting a deliberate act of sabotage. The incidents underscore the ongoing instability and security concerns in the region.