UAV event in Tver, Redkino Experimental Chemical Plant area, Russian Federation on Sat 7th February 2026

7th February 2026

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Drones attacked Russia's Tver and Saratov oblasts on the night of 6-7 February. A chemical plant in the town of Redkino was among the targets.

Source: ASTRA and Exilenova+ Telegram channels; Vitaly Korolyov, acting governor of Tver Oblast

Details: Residents of Redkino reported many explosions and a fire. The Redkino Experimental Chemical Plant was likely hit.

Locals said that several fires had broken out on the plant's premises after the drone strikes. A strong smell of chemicals was reported in the area surrounding the facility.

The Redkino Experimental Chemical Plant is one of Russia's largest chemical industry facilities. It specialises in the production of complex chemical compounds, including fuel additives, industrial chemicals and specialised reagents. Its products are used in the aircraft and defence industries as well as in military and dual-use programmes.

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