Copyright © 2024 Euromaidanpress.com

The work of Euromaidan Press is supported by the International Renaissance Foundation

When referencing our materials, please include an active hyperlink to the Euromaidan Press material and a maximum 500-character extract of the story. To reprint anything longer, written permission must be acquired from [email protected].

Privacy and Cookie Policies.

Russian ammo depot explodes in occupied Yenakiieve after alleged HIMARS strike

The attack triggered secondary detonations and forcing evacuation of residents from thirteen streets as explosions continued.
russian ammo depot explodes occupied yenakiieve after alleged himars strike explosions fire donetsk oblast 10 2024 yenakiieeve attack triggered secondary detonations forcing evacuation residents thirteen streets continued multiple rocked russian-occupied
Explosions and fire in occupied Yenakiieve, Donetsk Oblast on 10 December 2024. Screenshots: Telegram/Mash na Donbase, Supernova Plus
Russian ammo depot explodes in occupied Yenakiieve after alleged HIMARS strike

Multiple explosions rocked Russian-occupied Yenakiieve in Donetsk Oblast on 10 December, after an alleged Ukrainian strike on a Russian ammunition depot, according to multiple reports from unofficial Ukrainian and Russian sources.

Yenakiieve, one of the largest cities in Donetsk Oblast, has been under Russian occupation since 2014. Russian forces use it as a logistics hub and for stationing troops and equipment, as well as training personnel in adjacent areas. This year, Ukraine has intensified its long-range drone attacks against the military and fuel facilities within Russia and in the Russian-occupied territory, significantly disrupting fuel and ammunition supplies crucial for the Russian military.

Russian Telegram channel ASTRA reported that an ammunition depot was likely hit in the strike. Local social media posts indicated the facility was located in a residential area near a military training ground.

Russian propagandist Telegram channel Mash Na Donbase, citing local residents, reported that Ukrainian forces attacked Yenakiieve with “three HIMARS.” Video footage published by propagandists showed secondary detonation and smoke following the impact.

Russian-appointed city head Sergey Bozhik announced urgent evacuation of residents from 13 streets, asking people to take documents and essential items with them, without explaining the reason, according to Liga.

According to witnesses cited in local social media, the depot might have contained significant amounts of various ammunition, suggesting that explosions could continue for an extended period, Militarnyi says.

The occupying forces have cordoned off the affected area and urged residents to seek shelter and stay away from windows.

Ukrainian officials did not confirm a Ukrainian attack on occupied Yenakiieve as of the time of the publication of this article.

Related:

You could close this page. Or you could join our community and help us produce more materials like this.  We keep our reporting open and accessible to everyone because we believe in the power of free information. This is why our small, cost-effective team depends on the support of readers like you to bring deliver timely news, quality analysis, and on-the-ground reports about Russia's war against Ukraine and Ukraine's struggle to build a democratic society. A little bit goes a long way: for as little as the cost of one cup of coffee a month, you can help build bridges between Ukraine and the rest of the world, plus become a co-creator and vote for topics we should cover next. Become a patron or see other ways to support. Become a Patron!

To suggest a correction or clarification, write to us here

You can also highlight the text and press Ctrl + Enter

Please leave your suggestions or corrections here



    Euromaidan Press

    We are an independent media outlet that relies solely on advertising revenue to sustain itself. We do not endorse or promote any products or services for financial gain. Therefore, we kindly ask for your support by disabling your ad blocker. Your assistance helps us continue providing quality content. Thank you!

    Related Posts