Ukraine strikes Russian missile and space industry facility: Details revealed
Illustrative photo: Armed Forces of Ukraine (General Staff)
Authorities in Samara confirmed that facilities belonging to the Progress rocket and space enterprise were damaged following the strike on August 15. A large-scale fire broke out on the premises, covering an area of approximately 5,000 square meters, according to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
In Samara, following the strike on August 15, several facilities belonging to the Russian rocket and space complex were hit at once.
New information has confirmed damage to the production facilities of the Aviakor – Aviation Plant and the Progress Rocket Space Center.
Consequences
According to updated information, the strike hit a production workshop where engines for the Soyuz family of launch vehicles are assembled, as well as an aircraft maintenance workshop.
In addition, a fire covering an area of approximately 5,000 square meters was reported on the grounds of the Progress Rocket Space Center.
Why this matters
The Progress Rocket Space Center is one of the key enterprises in Russia’s rocket and space industry. The company is involved in the production of Soyuz launch vehicles, which are used to place spacecraft into orbit and form Russian satellite communications constellations, including those for the Russian Armed Forces.
According to Ukrainian sources, the destruction of such facilities reduces Russia’s military and technological capabilities. Operations targeting key military facilities and enterprises of the Russian military-industrial complex are ongoing.
Photo: General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine
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