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Tver Oblast
Russia: 12 Die in Blast at Military Site Near Moscow
BBC News: At Least 12 Killed, 15 Injured in Explosion at Russian Military Base
A blast at a military site near Moscow has killed at least 12 people and injured 15, according to Russian officials.
The explosion occurred at a military research institute in the town of Tver, about 120 miles (190 kilometers) northwest of Moscow.
The Russian Defense Ministry said the blast occurred during a munitions test.
The Tass news agency, citing an unnamed source, reported that the explosion occurred during the testing of a new weapon.
The Russian Defense Ministry said the fire has been extinguished and the situation is under control.
The cause of the explosion is under investigation.
Casualties and Response
- At least 12 people were killed in the explosion.
- 15 people were injured, including 4 in serious condition.
- The fire has been extinguished.
- The situation is under control, according to the Russian Defense Ministry.
- The cause of the explosion is under investigation.
Location and Context
The explosion occurred at a military research institute in the town of Tver, about 120 miles (190 kilometers) northwest of Moscow.
Tver is home to several military and defense-related industries.
The explosion comes amid heightened tensions between Russia and the West over the war in Ukraine.
Possible Causes
The Russian Defense Ministry said the blast occurred during a munitions test.
The Tass news agency, citing an unnamed source, reported that the explosion occurred during the testing of a new weapon.
The cause of the explosion is under investigation.