Ukrainian Railways, the state-owned railway company, has reported significant delays in passenger train services within the Kirovohrad region following damage to railway infrastructure caused by enemy shelling. The incident, announced by Ukrzaliznytsia on Telegram at 07:00 a.m. Tuesday, highlights the growing challenges faced by Ukraine’s transportation network amid the ongoing conflict. The damage has disrupted regular train operations, affecting both local commuters and regional connectivity.
The affected infrastructure, which includes tracks and stations, is still being assessed for the full extent of the damage and the timeline for repairs. Ukrzaliznytsia has not provided detailed information on the number of trains impacted or the specific locations of the damage. However, the delays are expected to persist until the infrastructure is restored, which could take several days or weeks. This disruption underscores the broader impact of the war on Ukraine’s transportation systems and the difficulties in maintaining reliable services under such conditions.