Russian drone strikes train near Ukraine-Poland border after Boris Johnson departs station

A Russian‑manufactured drone hit a passenger train on a railway line close to the Ukraine‑Poland border on Tuesday, causing significant damage to the carriage and prompting an emergency response from local authorities. The strike occurred just minutes after former British prime minister Boris Johnson departed the nearby station, where he had been attending a diplomatic event. No fatalities were reported, but several passengers sustained injuries and the train was taken out of service pending safety inspections. Polish police and border guards secured the area, while Ukrainian officials condemned the attack as a violation of international law.

The incident adds to a series of cross‑border provocations linked to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, raising concerns about the security of critical transport infrastructure in the region. Polish and NATO representatives confirmed that investigations are underway to determine the drone’s origin and the extent of any coordination with Russian forces. Authorities emphasized that the safety of civilian rail traffic remains a priority and that additional protective measures may be implemented along vulnerable sections of the network.