On the evening of October 30, 2026, the Russian military launched several strikes on the railway station in Dnipro. This was reported by RBC-Ukraine, citing a statement from Ukrzaliznytsia on Telegram. According to the company, the attack caused a fire at the facility, and one woman was wounded in the strike and is being taken to the hospital, as stated by Oleksandr Hanzha, Head of the Dnipropetrovsk Oblast Military Administration.
Evacuation and Passenger Status
Ukrzaliznytsia noted that the evacuation of passengers and staff had been announced in advance, so according to preliminary data, none of the passengers or railway workers were injured. All people at the station descended into shelters. Long-term stay zones have already been set up on the station's underground premises, and train departures are continuing, according to the company.
Fire and Casualties
Head of the Dnipropetrovsk RMA Oleksandr Hanzha confirmed that a fire broke out at the station as a result of the Russian attack. He also specified that a woman was wounded during the strike and is being transported to a medical facility. Thus, the information regarding casualties, which the carrier initially stated as "preliminarily no one was injured," has been updated by the regional authorities.
Recommendations and Compensation for Passengers
Passengers were urged to remain in shelters until the air raid alert is lifted. Ukrzaliznytsia added that if a trip is not critical today, the ticket can be returned with a 100% refund, allowing passengers to reschedule their journey to another date. The company also emphasized that train departures are ongoing.
Context: Infrastructure Strikes
According to RBC-Ukraine's headline, this is the second consecutive day that the Russian side has attacked the station in Dnipro. Repeated strikes on the city's railway infrastructure confirm a steady trend of targeting facilities that ensure passenger and logistical transport in the region.
