Key Russian railway bridge damaged after possible act of sabotage

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A key Russian railway bridge in the Belgorod region near the border with Ukraine has suffered extensive damage following a possible act of sabotage. The Russian authorities have confirmed the destruction of the tracks, various news outlets including the Guardian and Newsweek reported. The Ukrainian side has yet to comment on the matter.

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Key Russian railway bridge damaged after possible act of sabotage

Image: Twitter.com/@OAlexanderDK

A key Russian railway bridge in the Belgorod region near the border with Ukraine has suffered extensive damage following a possible act of sabotage. The Russian authorities have confirmed the destruction of the tracks, various news outlets including the Guardian and Newsweek reported. The Ukrainian side has yet to comment on the matter.

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