Poland Accuses Russia of “State Terrorism” Following Railway Sabotage
Warsaw – Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has condemned recent sabotage incidents targeting a key railway line as “state terrorism” orchestrated by Russia, calling on Poland to unite against MoscowS efforts to destabilize the country and Europe. The incidents, occurring on Saturday and Monday along the Warsaw-Lublin line used for aid deliveries to Ukraine, involved attempts to derail trains and the detonation of an explosive device while a freight train was passing.No injuries where reported.
Tusk, in an address to parliament Friday, stated that diversionary maneuvers “inspired and organized by Kremlin services for months” had “crossed a critical line.” He emphasized the aim of the sabotage was “to destroy human lives and destroy the foundations of the Polish state.”
Authorities suspect two Ukrainians,believed to be acting on behalf of Moscow,were responsible for the acts. Poland has requested their extradition from Belarus, where they are believed to have fled. Belarusian law enforcement agencies stated Friday they are “actively” searching for the suspects in cooperation with Polish authorities.
Poland serves as a critical transit hub for Western aid, including weapons and ammunition, reaching Ukraine. The country shares borders with Ukraine, Russia, and Belarus, and is a key supporter of Ukraine’s defense against the ongoing Russian invasion.
