live Russia says drone attack damages logistics hub in Samara region

Russia says drone attack damages logistics hub in Samara region
Smoke rises above burning Ozon e-commerce firm's warehouse in Istrinsky District of the Moscow region, Russia, 3 August 2022. Reuters
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A large-scale drone attack has hit Russia's Samara region, damaging facilities and disrupting operations at an Ozon logistics complex, according to regional authorities and the company.

⦿ 06:40 GMT | UPDATE

Ozon logistics facility hit in Samara region

 

An Ozon logistics complex in the city of Chapayevsk was hit in the attack, sparking a warehouse fire, the company said. More than 500 employees were evacuated, several people were injured and operations at the facility were suspended indefinitely.

Local Telegram channels said a drone threat alert was issued in Samara at around 02:47 on 22 August. Unverified footage showing smoke and fire later circulated on social media.

Russian authorities and Ozon have not provided further details about the attack.

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