March 2nd 2024.
According to recent reports, a Russian electrical substation responsible for supplying energy to three defence-related plants was hit by a sabotage attack. The explosion, believed to be caused by an improvised explosive device, occurred at the Kalininskaya substation after security measures were breached. Witnesses described a bright flash and traces of explosives were found at the scene of the incident.
The three affected plants, known as MZiK, Turbomotorny, and Uralmash, play a crucial role in Russia's defence industry. This attack is just one in a series of recent attacks targeting strategic facilities related to Russia's defence, energy, industrial, and transport sectors. Some of these attacks have been carried out by kamikaze drones, while others have been the result of sabotage. These incidents have occurred amidst Vladimir Putin's ongoing war against Ukraine.
The explosion, which took place at night, is believed to have caused disruptions in power supplies. Thankfully, there were no casualties reported. However, the use of an improvised explosive device has raised concerns about the safety and security of these facilities.
The responsible party for this attack remains unknown. Yekaterinburg, the site of the explosion, is a major industrial city located two time zones away from the ongoing war. Russian security services have been tasked with investigating the incident and determining how the sabotage attack was able to occur.
The Kalininskaya substation is heavily guarded, surrounded by a concrete wall and accessible only through a security checkpoint. Despite these measures, the attackers were still able to breach security and carry out their plans. The three affected plants are known for producing metals, cement, and mining equipment, and are reportedly connected to Russia's defence sector.
Meanwhile, Ukraine has accused Russian "partisans" of working behind enemy lines to disrupt Putin's war efforts. This claim has yet to be verified, but it adds another layer of complexity to the ongoing conflict between these two nations. As the investigation into this sabotage attack continues, the people of Yekaterinburg and the surrounding areas remain on edge, unsure of what other threats may be lurking in the shadows.
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