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Poland Blames Russian Intelligence for Rail Sabotage on Key WarsawLublin Line

Authorities say two Ukrainian suspects fled to Belarus as security is tightened on routes used to move aid to Ukraine.

Overview

  • An explosion damaged tracks near the village of Mika on the Warsaw–Lublin route, with additional damage found along the line; trains were halted and no injuries were reported.
  • Prime Minister Donald Tusk says the device was intended to hit a passing train, citing forensic findings including C4 explosives, a roughly 300-meter trigger cable, an undetonated charge and a clamp mounted on the rails.
  • Poland has raised the Charlie terror alert on selected rail corridors and is deploying military and territorial units to guard critical rail infrastructure.
  • Investigators have identified two Ukrainian nationals suspected of working with Russian services who allegedly fled to Belarus, and Polish officials plan to seek their extradition.
  • NATO and EU leaders voiced concern and coordination support as prosecutors and intelligence services continue the probe on a route vital for weapons and humanitarian shipments to Ukraine.