Fire at Russian Military Plant: Ukraine Claims Responsibility

Ukrainian Underground Fighters Target Russian Military Factories: Expert Analysis and Visual Evidence A fire at the Avangard plant in St. Petersburg, Russia, on May 29th, 2025, has raised concerns about the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The incident, captured on video, shows a large fire engulfing the facility. Ukrainian military expert Valerii Rzhebik, development director of the Defense Express media and consulting firm, confirmed that the Avangard plant is a key facility in Russia's military-industrial complex, producing components for military equipment, including the Russian Navy and strategic missiles. "These are legitimate military targets," Rzhebik stated in an interview with Espreso TV, emphasizing the plant's role in supplying weapons used against Ukraine. He further noted that before the invasion of Ukraine, Russia obtained these components from Western countries but that China is now the primary supplier. The video shows various clips of the factory, the fire, and the aftermath. The cause of the fire remains officially unconfirmed, though the video strongly suggests an attack. Rzhebik's insights add credibility and context to the event. The attacks on such facilities, according to Rzhebik, are intended to weaken Russia's military capabilities and impact public opinion, particularly in major Russian cities. This event underscores the evolving nature of the conflict and the increasing reliance on unconventional warfare tactics.