Undefined Explosive Device (UED)

Undefined Explosive Device (UED) event in Tambov, Nikolskaya Oil Pumping Station area, Russian Federation on Tue 20th October 2026

20th October 2026

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❗️Ukrainian forces struck the Nikolskaya oil pumping station in Russia’s Tambov region overnight. The facility is a key part of the Druzhba pipeline network, handling the receipt, storage and pumping of petroleum products. Local reports said the attack triggered an industrial fire and heavily affected a diesel storage tank. The site has previously been targeted, including in August 2025. #Russia

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Tambov ( Nikolskaya Oil Pumping Station area )

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