Ukraine strikes Russian petrochemical plant
Ukrainian drones have struck the Sintez-Kauchuk petrochemical plant in Sterlitamak, located in Russia's Republic of Bashkortostan. The attack targeted the plant's isoprene production, a key component for synthetic rubber used in military equipment like tires and tracks. The facility is reported to produce up to 25% of Russia's isoprene rubber, making it a strategic target for Ukraine's campaign against Russia's military-industrial base. Russian media and local officials confirmed the strike, which caused a fire at the site.
New video from the scene shows flames and smoke at the facility.
New video footage from the scene shows the large fire at the plant.
New video footage has emerged showing the moment of the explosion at the plant.
New video shows the explosion caused panic at a school near the targeted plant.
New video from the scene shows residents filming the aftermath of the explosion and the extensive damage.
The new report specifies the strike targeted the plant's isoprene production, a key component for military rubber, and quantifies the facility's output as up to 25% of Russia's total isoprene supply.