Overview

• VChK-OGPU reports the Black Sea Fleet boat has fuel leaking into the hold due to a damaged fuel system, creating an explosive hazard.
• The channel says the crew lacks spare parts and qualified specialists and cannot carry out repairs at sea.
• The source claims the crew may be forced to pump the fuel mixture overboard to reduce the risk.
• No Russian authorities or independent outlets have confirmed the incident or provided details on the submarine’s location.
• The diesel-electric attack submarine is designed to carry Kalibr missiles, judged unlikely to be on this patrol, and it was tracked by Royal Navy units during its transit to the Mediterranean this summer.