Russia hit by two huge explosions & massive fire at Bryansk fuel depot in suspected Ukrainian strike

RUSSIA has been rocked by huge explosions and a massive fire following a suspected strike by Ukraine.

The blaze erupted at the Druzhba oil depot in Bryansk with flames seen across the entire city.

East2WestRussia was rocked by huge explosions[/caption]

Massive explosions also rang out and locals were evacuated from their homes close to the inferno.

The oil depot is likely to be vital for supplying Russia’s troops as they attempt to take control of the Donbas.

The government’s press office said: “The Emergency Situations Ministry has confirmed there’s a fire.

“There’s also a confirmation that it’s the fuel tanks.”

A fire was also reported at a military base in the area but this is so far unconfirmed.

Russia’s Emergencies Ministry initially posted details of the second blaze before deleting it.

Telegram channel Voenny Osvedomitel reported the alleged fire could be at the 120th arsenal of the Main Rocket and Artillery Directorate.

No cause for the blaze has been given yet.

The Bryansk region borders Ukraine and is around 240 miles from Moscow.

The Druzhba pipeline is the world’s longest oil pipeline and one of the biggest oil pipeline networks in the world.

East2WestFlames could be seen billowing over the Bryansk region[/caption]

East2WestLocals were evacuated from their homes[/caption]

East2WestA huge plume of black smoke rises over the city[/caption]

East2WestThe fire is still raging this morning[/caption]

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