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Ukrzaliznytsya, the national railway of Ukraine, remains a significant target in the ongoing conflict. Recent reports highlight attacks on their infrastructure, notably in the Kharkiv and Sumy regions, where railway stations, depots, and rolling stock suffered extensive damage. The Lozova railway station was one of the latest to be hit by Russian drones, injuring a train driver and his assistant. Although train services continue amidst these challenges, the resilience of Ukrzaliznytsya workers is constantly tested as they repair damage and stay vigilant against further strikes. The conflict's impact on railway transportation underscores the importance of maintaining and restoring essential services in wartime.
How is Ukrzaliznytsya affected by the ongoing conflict in Ukraine?
Ukrzaliznytsya is repeatedly targeted in military attacks, causing damage to infrastructure like stations and locomotives. The attacks disrupt train services but efforts are ongoing to maintain operations amid crisis conditions.
What recent incidents have occurred involving Ukrzaliznytsya?
Recent incidents include Russian drone attacks on rail stations like Lozova in Kharkiv, causing injuries and damage. Other regions such as Sumy and Kryvyi Rih have also seen their railway infrastructure come under fire.
Are train services on Ukrzaliznytsya still operational despite the attacks?
Yes, train services continue to operate, though some routes experience disruptions and delays due to ongoing attacks and necessary repairs to the damaged tracks, depots, and other railway infrastructure.
What safety measures are in place for Ukrzaliznytsya during the conflict?
Ukrzaliznytsya has implemented various safety measures, including coordination with military airspace control to adjust train movements and enhance protection against enemy drone attacks targeting their services.
What are the primary targets during attacks on Ukrzaliznytsya infrastructure?
The primary targets in attacks include critical infrastructure such as rolling stock, locomotives, railway stations, and depots. These areas have faced repeated drone and missile strikes aimed at disrupting transport links.
Have there been any casualties reported in the attacks on Ukrzaliznytsya?
Sadly, there have been casualties reported, including injuries and fatalities among railway workers and passengers. Notable cases involve the deaths of employees in attacks on stations and depots within the affected regions.
How is Ukrzaliznytsya managing repairs to damaged infrastructure?
Ukrzaliznytsya is actively working to repair and restore damaged infrastructure, employing teams to assess and fix wrecked tracks, stations, and locomotives. This has allowed many lines to resume operations quickly after attacks.
What challenges does Ukrzaliznytsya face in maintaining operations during wartime?
Ukrzaliznytsya faces multiple challenges, including frequent attacks, the need for rapid repairs, ensuring passenger and worker safety, and maintaining consistent train schedules despite disruptions and infrastructure damage.
Is Ukrzaliznytsya receiving any assistance in response to the infrastructure attacks?
Yes, Ukrzaliznytsya coordinates with military and government agencies to enhance security and receive timely support in repairs and strategic planning, ensuring the continuity of vital transportation services across Ukraine.
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Ruscists attack Ukrzaliznytsia diesel locomotive in Odesa region for second time in one day A Russian drone attacked an Ukrzaliznytsia diesel locomotive in Odesa region. 643 2 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukrzaliznytsia facilities
Ruscists hit passenger train in Odesa region with jet-powered "Shahed": two railway workers killed. PHOTOS Russian occupiers struck a passenger train in the Odesa region with a jet-powered Shahed. 5 342 21 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukrzaliznytsia facilities
Russian strike on Brovary district: bodies found on railway platform, – "UZ" Following a horrific night-time attack on logistics infrastructure in the Kyiv region, emergency services are continuing their work and restoration efforts are underway in the Brovary district; further updates on the resumption of services will be provided. 6 023 4 Previously in trend: Massive combined attack
Azerbaijan has provided Ukraine with nearly 40 metric tons of power equipment for Ukrzaliznytsia, - Ministry of Energy Ukrainian railway workers have received almost 40 tonnes of power equipment from Azerbaijan. The aid will be used to strengthen the resilience of critical infrastructure and ensure the uninterrupted operation of the railway during Russian shelling. 519 2 Previously in trend: Cooperation between Ukraine and Azerbaijan
Russia kills Ukrzaliznytsia worker with jet-powered Shahed during track repairs in Donetsk region Russian occupiers struck an Ukrzaliznytsia repair crew with a jet-powered Shahed drone while the workers were restoring a damaged infrastructure facility in the Donetsk region. One worker was killed, and two other railway workers were injured in the attack. 741 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Donetsk region
Enemy UAV attacks passenger train in Dnipropetrovsk region. PHOTO Russian forces struck a passenger train in the Dnipropetrovsk region. 2 517 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukrzaliznytsia facilities
Russia launched double strike on a locomotive and passenger carriages in Zaporizhzhia. PHOTO Russia continues to carry out targeted attacks on civilian railway infrastructure. 2 662 36 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukrzaliznytsia facilities
Following Russian Federation’s night-time attack, train services in Kyiv region have been fully restored. PHOTO On the night of 6 July, Russia once again attacked the railway infrastructure in the Kyiv region. For safety reasons, train services were temporarily restricted on certain sections; alternative routes were used and changes were made to timetables. 759 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukrzaliznytsia facilities Massive combined attack
Enemy struck Ukrzaliznytsia track maintenance vehicle with drone whilst repair work was being carried out in Kharkiv region. PHOTO An enemy UAV struck aUkrzaliznytsia track maintenance vehicle whilst repair work was being carried out in the Kharkiv region. 1 648 4 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukrzaliznytsia facilities
More than 40 "Ukrzaliznytsia" trains have been delayed following massive attack by Russian Federation As a result of a massive Russian attack, dozens of "Ukrzaliznytsia" trains are running late. The longest delays exceed seven hours, and the schedule is subject to change. 707 0 Previously in trend: Train delays due to shelling Train delays
Russia attacked Lozova railway station: driver and assistant injured On the morning of June 14, Russian drones attacked railway infrastructure in the Kharkiv region. Locomotives were damaged at the Lozova station, and the engineer and his assistant were injured. 1 496 3 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukrzaliznytsia facilities
Russia struck railway depot in Sumy region: one railway worker was killed and four were injured Today, June 11, Russian troops attacked a locomotive depot in the Sumy region. A female employee of Ukrzaliznytsia was killed, and four other railway workers suffered burns and are currently in the hospital. Train service has not been disrupted. 1 043 2 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukrzaliznytsia facilities
Russian drone hits Ukrzaliznytsia electric locomotive in Zaporizhzhia. PHOTO Russian forces have once again attacked Ukrzaliznytsia’s rolling stock. 2 634 8 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukrzaliznytsia facilities
Guarded Russian military convoys carrying weapons: SSU and SBI detained traitor in Kherson. PHOTO The Security Service of Ukraine, in conjunction with the State Bureau of Investigations, has detained another enemy collaborator who actively cooperated with the Russian occupiers during the capture of Kherson. 2 011 2 Previously in trend: High treason
NATO Secretary General Rutte has arrived in Kyiv. PHOTO Today, 3 June 2026, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte arrived in Kyiv on an official visit. 3 252 12 Previously in trend: Rutte to visit Ukraine
Russian forces attacked commuter train in Zaporizhzhia: two injured. PHOTO Russian occupiers attacked a commuter train in the Zaporizhzhia region with a drone. 1 395 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukrzaliznytsia facilities
Russians struck locomotive in Kharkiv region during night. PHOTO Last night, the enemy continued to launch targeted strikes on the railway network, this time in the Kharkiv region. 860 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kharkiv region Shelling of Ukrzaliznytsia facilities
Ruscists attack passenger train in Mykolaiv Oblast: no injuries reported Russian invaders attacked a passenger train in Mykolaiv Oblast. 625 2 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukrzaliznytsia facilities
Railway worker who adjusted shelling of Kharkiv region on FSB orders sentenced to 15 years in prison. PHOTO Based on evidence gathered by counterintelligence officers and investigators of the Security Service of Ukraine, an FSB agent exposed by the SBU in Kharkiv Oblast in August 2025 has been sentenced to 15 years in prison with confiscation of property. 943 3 Previously in trend: Conviction of adjusters
Russian forces attacked railway infrastructure in three regions: carriage was destroyed and there is damage. VIDEO Russian forces continue to target Ukrainian infrastructure. Today, 5 May, "Ukrzaliznytsia" came under attack once again. 2 177 3 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukrzaliznytsia facilities
Ukrzaliznytsia launches first children’s carriage from Kharkiv. PHOTOS Ukrzaliznytsia has launched its first children’s carriage as part of the Kharkiv-Ivano-Frankivsk train. 1 995 13
"Kyiv-Uzhhorod" train derailed after colliding with mobile crane: locomotive driver and crane operator killed. PHOTO (updated) An accident has occurred at a level crossing in the Lviv region: the driver of a mobile crane ignored the warning signals and collided with a train. The train driver was killed in the tragedy, and two other people suffered serious injuries. 12 875 27 Previously in trend: Railway accident
Russians attack railway infrastructure in Kryvyi Rih: station damaged On the afternoon of April 23, Russian forces struck railway infrastructure in Kryvyi Rih. The attack damaged the station building, with the blast wave blowing out several windows and doors. 1 773 0 Previously in trend: Missile attack on Kryvyi Rih Explosions in Kryvyi Rih
Russia attacked railway in Kharkiv region: depot, rolling stock and station damaged. PHOTOS On the night of 19–20 April, Russia attacked railway infrastructure in the Kharkiv region. A depot, tracks and a station were destroyed; railway staff are working to restore services. 2 288 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukrzaliznytsia facilities
Russia attacked railway infrastructure in Dnipropetrovsk region. PHOTO Russian occupiers struck a freight train locomotive in the Dnipropetrovsk region 1 425 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukrzaliznytsia facilities
Russia has attacked "Ukrzaliznytsia" more than 40 times since March Since early March, Russia has carried out more than 40 attacks on Ukrzaliznytsia’s rolling stock. 453 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukrzaliznytsia facilities
Demanded $100,000 cash bribe for dismantling railway track: "UZ"official detained in Khmelnytskyi region. VIDEO&PHOTOS The deputy director of the Environmental Safety Department at JSC "Ukrzaliznytsia" has been arrested for demanding $100,000 from a representative of a granite manufacturing company in the Khmelnytskyi region. 4 378 10 Previously in trend: Grafters
Beskrestnov (Flesh) explained how Ukrzaliznytsia is protecting trains from drone attacks: "It could turn into mass grave" The Ukrzaliznytsia dispatch service has been granted direct access to military airspace control systems. Train movements are now adjusted in real time based on the flight paths of enemy UAVs. 2 888 16 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukrzaliznytsia facilities Evacuation of passengers from trains
"Ukrzaliznytsia" on death of passenger in Kharkiv region: preliminary reports suggest he refused to evacuate. PHOTO This morning, 24 March, the enemy once again attacked the railway in the Kharkiv region. 3 037 8 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukrzaliznytsia facilities
Ukrzaliznytsia responds to rumours of possible strike on Kyiv’s main railway station Rumours are spreading online about possible preparations by Russian occupiers for a strike on Kyiv’s main railway station. 5 493 14 Previously in trend: Shelling of Kyiv
Russian strike on train on Prydniprovska Railway: 19-year-old conductor Ilona Vovk killed. PHOTO As a result of the Russian attack on the railway, an oncoming train fatally injured train conductor Ilona Vovk, who was in the process of leading the evacuation. She was just 19 years old. 22 306 18 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukrzaliznytsia facilities
Enemy attacked train on Prydniprovska Railway: during evacuation, conductor was killed under wheels of oncoming train and passenger was injured, – "UZ" The enemy has once again attacked rolling stock on the Prydniprovska Railway – this time a commuter train locomotive. Thanks to the timely evacuation, neither the passengers nor the locomotive crew were injured. 5 282 21 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukrzaliznytsia facilities
Russian forces attacked railway line in Chernihiv region: there are casualties. PHOTO Russian forces have once again attacked civilian railway infrastructure in the Chernihiv region. 1 951 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukrzaliznytsia facilities
Ukrzaliznytsia has updated timetable for commuter trains in Dnipropetrovsk and Zaporizhzhia regions In Ukraine, the timetable for some commuter trains in the Dnipropetrovsk and Zaporizhzhia regions is being changed due to the security situation. 1 309 0 Previously in trend: Shelling of the Zaporizhzhia region Shelling of the Dnipropetrovsk region
Russian strikes on railway: workers injured in Kharkiv region. PHOTOS Russian missiles and drones have attacked the capital and a number of regions in Ukraine. In the Kharkiv region, a drone struck a commuter train – the driver and his assistant were injured. 1 889 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukrzaliznytsia facilities
Russians hit train with 200 passengers in Sumy region: locomotive damaged. PHOTOS This morning, 8 March, Russian forces struck the Kyiv-Sumy train travelling in the Sumy region with a drone. There were about 200 passengers on board. 5 524 12 Previously in trend: Shelling of Sumy region
Ukrzaliznytsia has already restored most of sections damaged by shelling: trains are returning to their schedules. PHOTO Ukrzaliznytsia has already repaired most of the damaged sections after the night shelling and is gradually returning passenger trains to their schedules and usual routes. 790 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukrzaliznytsia facilities
Enemy has intensified attacks on railway, main targets are rolling stock, - "UZ" The enemy has intensified its attacks on railway infrastructure, with rolling stock among the main targets. 921 2 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukrzaliznytsia facilities
SSU detained employee of Ukrzaliznytsia who "leaked" locations of Defence Forces equipment in Sloviansk. PHOTO The Security Service's counterintelligence unit detained another Russian informant in Donetsk Oblast. He turned out to be a 33-year-old employee of the regional branch of JSC "Ukrzaliznytsia". 2 743 4 Previously in trend: Detention of adjusters
Russia carries out seven drone strikes on railway facilities in past 24 hours – Svyrydenko. VIDEO Russia continues targeted attacks on Ukraine’s civilian logistics. Over the past 24 hours, the enemy has struck railway infrastructure facilities seven times with drones. 1 677 5 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukrzaliznytsia facilities
Minor FSB agent who was preparing explosion at Ukrzaliznytsia station in Khmelnytskyi region exposed. PHOTOS The Security Service's counterintelligence prevented another Russian sabotage attack on Ukraine's transport infrastructure. 4 593 17 Previously in trend: High treason
Ukrzaliznytsia changed its timetables from 22 January due to the consequences of Russian shelling On the night of 22 January, Ukrzaliznytsia introduced an updated train schedule covering 118 long-distance routes and over a hundred regional and suburban routes. The changes are intended to reduce delays caused by shelling, detours and traffic in regions without power. 882 0 Previously in trend: Train delays
Two FSB agents sentenced to 15 years for setting fire to Ukrzaliznytsia facilities in Rivne region, - SSU Two FSB agents, who were detained by the SSU in June 2024, were sentenced to 15 years in prison with confiscation of property. They were involved in setting fire to Ukrzaliznytsia relay cabinets in the Rivne region. 830 4 Previously in trend: Detention of arsonists Recruited FSB agents
Icing on overhead lines delays 42 trains, Ukrzaliznytsia says Despite a massive enemy strike and difficult weather conditions, rail service in Ukraine is not stopping. Due to icing on the overhead contact network, delays have been recorded for 42 long-distance and commuter trains, and Ukrzaliznytsia specialists are working оперативно to restore the timetable. 926 0 Previously in trend: Train delays
Railway accident occurred in Zhytomyr region: UZ changed routes Due to the derailment of a freight train near Korosten, Ukrzaliznytsia has changed passenger train routes, with delays reaching 3 hours. 1 931 0 Previously in trend: Railway accident
Enemy launched massive attack on Kyiv region with drones and missiles: three people were wounded, and movement of number of trains was changed On the night of 6 December, Russian occupiers attacked the Kyiv region with drones and missiles. Settlements in the region were hit. 5 662 13 Previously in trend: Drone attack on Kyiv region Railway damaged in Kyiv region
Border control will be carried out while train is moving, without long stops at border, - Svyrydenko The government has adopted a decision that will allow border and customs control to be carried out directly in train carriages. 1 867 11 Previously in trend: Border checks
Enemy attacks railway infrastructure in Dnipro: depot destroyed, station damaged. PHOTOS During the night of 18 November, Russian forces struck railway infrastructure in Dnipro. 3 671 1 Previously in trend: Shelling of Ukrzaliznytsia facilities
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