Russian oil depot on fire after Ukrainian strike- Governor
A missile attack on January 17, 2024, partially destroyed a residential building in Kharkiv, leaving at least 17 people wounded, TV according to the regional governor. Ukrainian rescuers were on the scene, managing the aftermath of the strikes in the city center.
On Friday, a fire broke out at an oil depot in the Russian region of Bryansk, bordering Ukraine, following a drone strike. Regional Governor Alexander Bogomaz confirmed the incident, revealing that a Ukrainian drone, although “neutralized,” dropped a munition that struck the Klintsy oil depot, located approximately 70 kilometers from the Ukrainian border.
Despite no reported casualties, a blaze erupted at the depot, prompting the deployment of 13 fire trucks to combat the flames. The Russian defense ministry stated that the drone had been “destroyed,” and the Ukrainian attack was “foiled.”
In response to concerns about rail traffic, the Russian defense ministry reassured the public on Telegram, stating, “The fire will not affect rail traffic in Klintsy.”
Notably, Ukraine had claimed responsibility for a drone attack on Thursday in the northern Leningrad region, bordering Finland and situated nearly 1,000 kilometers from the border. This region, home to Russia’s second city, Saint Petersburg, rarely experienced such attacks until now.
The situation underscores the escalating tensions between Russia and Ukraine, with both sides engaging in strategic military actions. The international community closely monitors these developments as the conflict unfolds.
Credit: AFP