KYIV, Ukraine – Ukrainian military intelligence suggested on Monday that it may have been behind an explosion on a Russian railway bridge used for transporting ammunition. The incident occurred in the Samara region, about 650 miles away from the Ukrainian border. This operation is seen as the latest attempt by Ukrainian forces to target enemy infrastructure as they face challenges against advancing Russian troops.
Although the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) did not explicitly claim responsibility for the attack, it is not the first time that Ukraine’s security services have targeted military rail routes in Russia. This strategy has become more prevalent as Russia has taken the offensive in Ukraine.
According to Ukrainian intelligence officials, the SBU was responsible for explosions on railway links between Russia and North Korea in the Buryatia region a few months prior. This tactic is aimed at disrupting Russia’s ability to supply and resupply its forces at the front lines.
The attacks have put pressure on the Ukrainian forces, who are facing resource shortages on the battlefield. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky noted that Russia currently has a significant advantage in terms of ammunition, firing seven times more than Ukrainian forces. The lack of resources and personnel has allowed Russia to advance in recent weeks, capturing key areas in eastern Ukraine.
To counter these advancements, Ukrainian forces have turned to guerrilla tactics, such as the recent explosion on the rail bridge. These tactics have become essential in disrupting Russian operations and slowing down their progress on the ground.
Despite these efforts, Russian officials have downplayed the impact of the explosion on the bridge, stating that the damage was minimal. However, the ongoing disruptions caused by such attacks indicate the challenges that both sides are facing as the conflict continues.
Ukrainian intelligence agencies have also reported gaining access to secret military documents from the Russian Defense Ministry through hacking. Although these claims have not been independently verified, they point to the ongoing efforts by Ukrainian forces to gather intelligence and disrupt Russian military operations.