Russia accuses Ukraine of ‘terrorist attack’ on military airbases – What we know so far

Twin train bridge collapses in Western Russia kill 7, injure dozens

Two train bridges collapsed in western Russia overnight, killing seven people and injuring dozens, Russian officials said Sunday. One bridge in Bryansk collapsed onto a passenger train, while a second in nearby Kursk caused a freight train derailment. Authorities initially blamed explosions but later edited statements to remove the term. Russia's Investigative Committee is treating the incidents as possible acts of terrorism.

Photos showed wrecked train cars amid collapsed concrete. Some of the injured were taken to Moscow for treatment, and Bryansk declared three days of mourning. Damage to other tracks in the area was also reported. Ukraine’s military intelligence claimed responsibility for destroying a separate Russian military train en route to Crimea, but did not comment on the bridge incidents.

What we know so far:

There were several unverified videos and pictures posted on social media showing Russian strategic bombers on fire at the Belaya air base north of Irkutsk. All these bombers' sole purpose is to drop nuclear bombs on distant targets.

Also, the governor of Irkutsk – Igor Kobzev – said that there was a drone attack on a military unit near the village of Sredny in the Usolsky district.

According to open sources, the Belaya or Sredny airbase hosts the Tupolev Tu-22M supersonic long-range strategic bomber.

The Ukrainian drones also hit Murmansk region of northern Russia, where Olenya airbase is situated, added the report.

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Zelensky says Ukraine hit Russian airbases with 117-drone strike

"A total of 117 drones were used in the operation. And a corresponding number of drone operators worked," Zelensky said in a statement, adding that "34 percent of the strategic cruise missile carriers at the airfields were hit".

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Zelenskyy meets top ministers ahead of Istanbul talks

Zelenskyy holds meeting with top ministers ahead of direct Ukraine-Russia talks in Istanbul. Defence Minister Rustem Umerov will lead the Ukrainian delegation at the negotiations. The meeting comes as Ukraine and Russia prepare for a new round of peace discussions.

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Ukraine says $7 billion worth of Russian warplanes hit

Ukraine's SBU (Security Service) carried out a series of long-range drone strikes on Russian air bases.

The attacks reportedly took place thousands of kilometres behind the front lines, far inside Russian territory.

The strikes targeted Russian military planes, specifically strategic aviation assets. Ukraine estimates the total value of damage at $7 billion, highlighting the cost to Russia’s air capabilities.

"$7 billion: This is the estimated cost of the enemy's strategic aviation, which was hit today as a result of the SBU's special operation," the agency said in a social media post.

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Russia accuses Ukraine of 'terrorist attack' on military airbases

Russia accuses Ukraine of “terrorist attack” on military airfields across multiple regions. More than 40 Russian military aircraft targeted in strikes on bases in Murmansk, Irkutsk, Ivanovo, Ryazan, and Amur.

Russian Defence Ministry claims it repelled attacks at three airfields. Fires broke out at some bases; no casualties reported; all fires have been extinguished. Several participants detained, according to Russia.

21.00

Ukraine to propose 30-day ceasefire, full prisoner swap at peace talks

Ukraine will propose a 30-day ceasefire at the upcoming peace talks. Kyiv seeks the return of all prisoners held by both sides. The roadmap calls for a direct meeting between Presidents Zelenskyy and Putin. Ukraine demands no restrictions on its future military strength after a peace deal. Ukraine insists on no international recognition of Russian sovereignty over occupied territories. (Sky News)

20.30

12 Ukrainian troops killed, 60+ injured in Russian missile strike on training site

At least 12 Ukrainian service members were killed and over 60 injured in a Russian missile strike on Sunday. The missile hit a Ukrainian army training unit, located behind the active 1,000-km front line.

The attack occurred at 12:50 p.m., according to the Ukrainian Ground Forces. Ukraine clarified that no mass formations or gatherings were taking place at the time of the strike. An investigative commission has been formed to determine the circumstances behind the strike and the resulting casualties. (AP)

19.55

Istanbul peace talks scheduled to start at 11 a.m. UK time at Ciragan Palace, Turkey

Istanbul peace talks scheduled to start at 11 a.m. UK time at Ciragan Palace, Turkey. Ukraine confirms attendance; Defence Minister Rustem Umerov to represent Kyiv. Zelensky states “key issues” in talks can only be resolved by the leaders. Ukraine expected to present specific conditions during the talks. First round of Istanbul talks lasted less than two hours. No ceasefire agreement reached in first talks. First meeting resulted in the largest prisoner swap of the war so far.

19.10

Russian delegation heads to Istanbul for peace talks with Ukraine

A Russian delegation has departed for peace talks in Turkey, as reported by RIA news agency. Ukraine and Russia are set to meet in Istanbul tomorrow for the second round of talks aimed at reaching a ceasefire.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed earlier today that Kyiv will attend the talks. Ukraine’s delegation will be led by Defence Minister Rustem Umerov.

The meeting will take place at Ciragan Palace in Istanbul.

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Ukraine says over 40 Russian Mmlitary jets destroyed in drone attack

A Ukrainian security official has told the Associated Press that Ukraine destroyed more than 40 Russian military aircraft in a large-scale drone strike deep within Russia's borders. The official, speaking anonymously to discuss sensitive operational details, said the ambitious attack took over 18 months to plan and was personally overseen by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.

18.51
Explosion reported at Russia’s nuclear submarine base, but official refutes

A powerful explosion was reported in Severomorsk, in Russia’s Murmansk region, home to the country’s nuclear submarine fleet, according to Russian Telegram channels. However, the city’s head, Vladimir Yevmenkov, denied any such incident, stating the reports were false.

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Collapsed Bryansk bridge deemed beyond repair, replacement planned

Bryansk train wreckage cleared as crews move in. Collapsed bridge beyond repair, replacement already planned. The first bridge, located in Russia's Bryansk region near the Ukrainian border, collapsed onto a passenger train on Saturday, resulting in multiple casualties. According to state-run Russian Railways, the train's driver was among the deceased. Images shared by Bryansk government agencies showed mangled train carriages scattered beneath large slabs of fallen concrete from the collapsed structure.

Just hours later, authorities reported that a second train derailed after the bridge beneath it gave way in the nearby Kursk region, which also borders Ukraine.

Amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, the SBU – Ukraine’s domestic security agency – attacked over 40 Russian military aircraft on Sunday with drones, reported Reuters quoting an sources.

According to the details, the struck aircraft included Tu-95 and Tu-22 strategic bombers, which Russia uses to fire long-range missiles at Ukraine.

Confirming the attack, the Russian governor of the Irkutsk region said that Ukrainian remote-piloted aircraft attacked a military unit in the village of Sridni which is first such attack in Siberia.

RT also shared a video of a drone attacking a military unit in Russia's Irkutsk region.

As per the RT, the army and civilian responders have already mobilised to tackle the threat, while the drone launch has been blocked.