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Moscow Refinery Blast

6 sources · first reported 5d ago

A blast at a Moscow refinery may have been caused by friendly fire, according to video footage. The footage shows a Russian air defense missile traveling toward a fuel silo, which erupts in an explosion. This incident suggests a possible accidental strike by Russian forces.

Why it matters

The incident highlights the risks of friendly fire and the importance of accurate air defense systems. It also raises questions about the reliability of Russian military equipment and procedures.

Russia
Independent Media 6
Single-source: Independent Media

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