A railway track incident in the Voronezh region has caused significant disruptions to train services, resulting in delays for 26 trains as of June 5. The incident, initially described as “minor damage to the track,” is now being investigated as a possible act of sabotage.

The Federal Passenger Company (FPC) reported that the delays affect both north-south and south-north routes, including three trains originating from St. Petersburg and one train destined for St. Petersburg. These specific trains are traveling to and from popular destinations such as Anapa, Kislovodsk, Sevastopol and Adler.

In addition to the FPC-operated trains, the Grand Service Express company has also reported delays affecting its services, with three trains to Crimea and two in the opposite direction currently held up. The disruption highlights the widespread impact of the incident on rail transport in the region.

Passengers experiencing delays of four hours or more will be provided with meals, according to the FPC. This measure aims to mitigate the inconvenience caused by the unforeseen disruption.

Authorities, including the FSB, are investigating the cause of the damage to the railway tracks, with an attempted undermining being considered as a potential explanation. Further investigations are underway to determine the full extent of the damage and implement necessary repairs to restore normal train operations.