After Russian Strike Kills Five, Train Sheds Burned Cars and Carries On

On Tuesday, January 28, 2026, a Russian drone strike hit a Ukrainian Railways passenger train in the Kharkiv region, killing five people. The train, carrying over 200 passengers, was attacked by three drones, one of which directly struck a carriage. Despite the attack and resulting fire, the burning carriages were disconnected, and the remaining cars continued to the journey with 147 passengers, arriving at the next station after a five-hour delay. The attack is part of Russia's intensified campaign against Ukraine's rail infrastructure, which is crucial for civilian evacuation, connecting Ukrainians to Europe, and delivering goods. President Zelensky condemned the attack and called for Russia to be held accountable.