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Fire Erupts at Key Russian Missile Component Factory After a Reported Drone Strike

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Strike drones hit Russia’s Chuvash Republic, sparking a fire near the VNIIR-Progress defense plant in the city of Cheboksary, OSINT channels reported on February 18. The OSINT Telegram channel ASTRA, citing residents, reported several explosions before a large blaze broke out in the industrial area. We bring you stories from the ground. Your support keeps our team in the field. DONATE NOW Footage published by Exilenova+ showed smoke rising from…

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Residents of Cheboksary (Chuvashia) reported multiple explosions in the early morning hours. A plant producing components for Russian missiles and drones may have been hit. According to RBC-Ukraine, this was reported in Russian media and online groups. Read also: Unknown drones attack Sochi and Crimea: port may have been hit. This refers to VNIIR-Progress, the plant locals reported being hit. It produces components for missiles, drones, and even…

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rbc.ua broke the news in on Wednesday, February 18, 2026.
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