Passenger train derails in Ulyanovsk region of Russia

On April 3, 2026, a passenger train traveling from Chelyabinsk to Moscow derailed near the Bryandino station, approximately 70 kilometers from Ulyanovsk and 900 kilometers east of Moscow. The accident involved seven cars of the train. Regional authorities and the Chelyabinsk Governor Alexei Teksler confirmed that there were no fatalities. Initial reports provided conflicting figures, with early estimates citing seven injured, while later updates indicated at least 22 people sustained injuries, including one child. Two of the injured reportedly suffered fractures, while others sustained bruises. Footage from the Vesti television network showed carriages off the tracks in foggy conditions. The Russian Investigative Committee has launched an official investigation into the incident, focusing on potential violations of railway safety and operational regulations.