Main points
- In occupied Luhansk, an oil depot was hit, causing a large-scale fire and bright flashes.
- Presumably, fuel and lubricants caught fire, but there are no official comments on the consequences at this time.
Oil depot attacked in Luhansk / Collage by Channel 24
In occupied Luhansk, there were reports of an attack on an oil depot on the night of February 22. Eyewitness videos appeared on social media: the recordings show bright flashes, a glow over the city, and later a large-scale fire.
This is reported by Telegram channels.
What is known about the attack on the oil depot in Luhansk?
Russian media and local forums are reporting on the incident. At the same time, pro-Ukrainian Telegram channels are publishing footage showing a thick column of black smoke and flames rising above the facility after the explosion. Presumably, fuel and lubricants ignited.
After the attack, a red glow was visible over the horizon for a long time. Before that, the city had announced the threat of drone strikes. There has been no official comment on the consequences so far.
Oil depot attacked in Luhansk: watch video
A large column of smoke in Luhansk: watch the video
Russian territory was also under attack at night.
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About 10 explosions were heard in Saratov and Engels. The Russians scrambled planes from the local air base to avoid being destroyed.
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Saratov Airport temporarily suspended operations. No planes were taking off or landing.