Overview

• Ammunition depot near Kirschatsch, over 500 km from Ukraine, experienced multiple explosions on April 22, 2025.
• The depot is one of the largest in Russia's armed forces, underscoring the strategic significance of the incident.
• Nearby villages, including Barsowo, were evacuated as explosions continued, creating safety risks for civilians.
• The cause of the initial detonation remains undetermined, with speculation ranging from Ukrainian drone strikes to internal factors.
• Governor Alexander Awdejew warned that sharing images or videos of the incident is punishable under Russian law, reflecting tight information controls.