At least seven dead after two Russian bridges collapse
Briefly

Two bridge collapses in western Russia, reportedly caused by explosions, resulted in the death of seven individuals and injuries to many others. The first collapse occurred in Bryansk, affecting a passenger train, while the second incident involved a freight train in Kursk. Russian officials have now launched a terrorism investigation into the matter, despite initial reports suggesting explosions were responsible for the collapses. Speculation surrounds these incidents, particularly given the proximity to Ukraine and prior allegations of sabotage related to the ongoing conflict.
In the first incident, seven people were killed when a bridge collapsed onto a passenger train in the Bryansk region, highlighting the severity of the disaster.
Authorities initially reported explosions causing the collapses, but later removed that wording, sparking speculation and concern about the true nature of the incidents.
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