Prime Minister Donald Tusk disclosed that two Ukrainian nationals hired by Russian intelligence orchestrated railway sabotage in Poland, targeting tracks near Mika and under Puławy, on November 15.
Disclosure in the Sejm
Today at 13:00, Prime Minister Donald Tusk presented detailed information to the Sejm about sabotage incidents on Poland’s railway infrastructure.
Perpetrators Identified
Two Ukrainian citizens who collaborated with Russian services were named. One had already been convicted in Lviv for sabotage on Ukrainian territory, the other came from Donbas.
Sabotage Timeline
The first act involved mounting a steel sleeve on a track to derail a train. A mobile phone with a power bank was set up to record the event, but the attempt failed.
The second attack occurred on 15 November at 21:28, when a C4 military explosive detonated via a 300‑meter electric cable. The explosion took place during a freight train from Warsaw to Puławy, causing only minor floor damage in a wagon that the driver did not even note.
Investigation and Cooperation
Tusk emphasized that Poland remains in constant contact with allied special‑services, and work is underway to identify all responsible persons and their collaborators.
He cited that 55 suspects have been detained in Poland for sabotage, 23 arrested and 28 expelled to the front.
Prime Minister’s Warning
He described the incidents as unprecedented and the most serious security situation since the start of the full‑scale war in Ukraine.
Tusk noted that Russia employs similar tactics in many European countries, recruiting foreign nationals, predominantly Ukrainians, for attacks.
Security Measures and Diplomacy
In response, Tusk announced the introduction of a third alert level under the anti‑terrorism act (Charlie) for selected rail tracks and facilities, and diplomatic measures to expel suspected terrorists from Poland.
He said Polish forces may be deployed to safeguard critical infrastructure, including railways.