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Russian drone strikes locomotive in Ukraine's Kharkiv region: Injured reported

Tue, June 02, 2026 - 13:51
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Train service in the region is running almost on schedule
Russian drone strikes locomotive in Ukraine's Kharkiv region: Injured reported Photo: A Ukrainian Railways train (Getty Images)

Ukrainian Railways reports a new Russian attack on railway infrastructure in the Kharkiv region. A railway worker was injured when a Russian drone struck a diesel locomotive.

Following the Russian strikes, emergency medical teams and State Emergency Service of Ukraine units were promptly dispatched to the scene.

Railway workers are coordinating their efforts with emergency services to address the aftermath of the Russian strike and provide necessary assistance to the victim.

Railway employee injured

A railway worker was injured as a result of the Russian attack. He is receiving all necessary medical care. Information about his condition is being clarified.

After receiving a report of the Russian strike, emergency service specialists were dispatched to the scene. Medical personnel and rescue workers are on site, ensuring that necessary measures are taken and monitoring the situation.

Ukrainian Railways operating after Russian attack

Despite the Russian strike on the locomotive, rail service in the Kharkiv region has not been suspended. According to Ukrainian Railways, train traffic continues with minimal deviations from the schedule.

Railway specialists continue to monitor the situation and track potential risks to the safety of passengers and industry employees.

On the night of May 30, Russian troops launched a massive drone attack against railway infrastructure in the Sumy region. As a result of several Russian direct drone strikes, the train station building in Shostka was destroyed, and station infrastructure was also damaged. Russian strike was yet another attack on civilian transport infrastructure in the region.

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