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Ukrainian Drone Strike Causes Massive Explosions at Russian Ammo Depot in Tver Region, 30,000 Tons of Munitions, Evacuations Underway

Sep 18, 2024, 08:08 AM

A significant Ukrainian drone attack targeted a major ammunition depot in Toropets, Tver region, Russia, causing massive explosions and fires. The depot, known as the 107th GRAU Arsenal, stored up to 30,000 tons of various munitions, including Iskander and Tochka-U missiles, S-300 and S-400 air defense systems, and North Korean KN-23 missiles. The explosions were so powerful that they registered as earthquakes with magnitudes up to 2.8. The attack led to the evacuation of nearby residents as fires continued to burn across the depot's extensive area. Russian authorities claimed that the fire was caused by falling debris from shot-down drones, but Ukrainian sources confirmed the successful strike. Satellite imagery and eyewitness reports show significant damage, with fires consuming approximately 5 square kilometers of the depot. This strike is considered one of the most impactful Ukrainian attacks on Russian territory since the start of the war. The depot was located about 300 miles from Ukraine and included military units 54169 and 11777. NATO drones were also involved in the attack.