A military train carrying cargo derailed following a track detonation near St. Petersburg, Russia, on October 7. The incident occurred on the Stroganovo-Mshinskaya railway section, south of the city. The explosion led to the collapse of the locomotive and carriages, with local authorities launching an investigation to determine the cause.
Emergency services were dispatched to the scene, where they assessed the situation and ensured the safety of any personnel involved. Preliminary reports suggest no casualties were reported, though the extent of damage to the rail infrastructure remains under evaluation.
The Russian military has not yet commented publicly on the incident, but officials have stated that they are monitoring the situation closely. The derailment has raised concerns about the security of military transportation routes in the region, particularly given the proximity to St. Petersburg, a strategically important city.