“A decision was made to temporarily suspend production to ensure the safety of employees,” he claimed.
The Shot Telegram channel reported at least three drones over the city and at least six loud explosions.
Numerous videos of the plant on fire with black smoke rising into the sky were shared by eyewitnesses.
VNIIR-Progress is a major contractor for the Russian Defense Ministry and produces Kometa antennas, which enhance resistance to electronic interference and ensure accurate targeting, even under electronic warfare measures. The Kometa-M system uses CRPA technology to disrupt enemy signals and improve satellite communication. This technology enables Russian Orlan and Shakhed drones and guided bombs to overcome Ukrainian electronic warfare defenses.