Ukraine theater · Explosion
Satellite image shows huge crater at key Roscosmos plant in Samara
Satellite imagery published by Ukrainian Telegram channel Exilenova+ on Aug. 18 shows a massive crater inside a building at a key Roscosmos facility in Russia's Samara region, following a Ukrainian strike with Flamingo missiles on Aug. 15.
Why it matters
The strike reportedly targeted a key Roscosmos plant, indicating potential impact on Russian space industry infrastructure amid the ongoing conflict.
What's unclear
- The extent of damage to the facility's operations
- Whether the strike caused any casualties
- The exact location and function of the affected building
Linked public sources
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