Flames in Kstovo: Drone Debris Sparks Industrial Inferno
An industrial facility in Russia's Nizhny Novgorod region caught fire after being struck by debris from Ukrainian drones, according to local authorities. The incident occurred in Kstovo district, which houses the Lukoil oil refinery—a repeated target by Ukraine. Regional Governor Gleb Nikitin confirmed the damage and subsequent blaze.
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An industrial facility in Russia's Nizhny Novgorod region was engulfed in flames overnight after being hit by debris from Ukrainian drones, announced regional Governor Gleb Nikitin on Thursday.
The facility is located in the Kstovo district, which is home to the Lukoil oil refinery—a site previously targeted by Ukrainian forces.
The incident underscores the ongoing tension between Russia and Ukraine, raising concerns about security and infrastructural safety in the region.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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