The Alexinsky Chemical Plant in the Tula region has suspended operations following a drone attack. Another explosion occurred on its premises during the day.
This was reported to "Ukrainian Truth" by a source in the special services.
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“According to updated information from the UP source, at least 13 drones struck the chemical plant overnight. Due to acid emissions, a key target – the powder production workshop – is currently emitting orange smoke,” the report states.
At 13:10, another explosion was recorded at the site – chemicals ignited due to preliminary strikes.
The source also confirmed damage to the Alexinsky Thermal Power Plant, specifically to a 110 kV power transmission line.
It should be noted that in 2013, the enterprise resumed production for the rocket and space industry as well as conventional weapons for Russia. In particular, the chemical plant produces components used in the creation of propellants for large-caliber ammunition.
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