A satellite image has surfaced, illustrating the aftermath of a drone strike on the Redkin Research Chemical Plant located in Russia’s Tver region. The attack reportedly targeted a facility adjacent to the ISK Miskom enterprise, which specializes in the production of lubricants, including those for the Russian Ministry of Defence.
The incident occurred during the night of February 7, when unidentified drones struck the Tver area, igniting a fire at one of the industrial sites. Local residents reported hearing explosions around 02:50 Kyiv time, with social media users sharing footage of a glow in the sky, claiming that the Redkin plant had been hit.
The Redkin facility is known for producing specialized chemical components, including fuel additives, technical chemicals, and specific reagents. Its products have been utilized in military applications and dual-use programs by Russia.
Shortly after the attack, acting governor of Tver region, Vitaliy Korolev, confirmed the drone strike and the subsequent fire at an unspecified industrial site in the area, though he did not provide further details regarding the specific plant involved.
A drone strike on the Redkin Research Chemical Plant in Tver, Russia, has resulted in significant damage, confirmed by local authorities. The facility produces chemicals used in military applications, raising concerns about the implications of such attacks on strategic industries.