One of Russia’s biggest weapons factories on fire after explosion

One of the largest ammunition depots belonging to Russia’s Defense Ministry is engulfed in flames after an apparent explosion, Report informs via MetroUK.

Footage shared on Telegram shows a fireball erupting into the sky about 530 km from the Russian border with Ukraine.

The inferno is located in the Vladimir Region, in the Kirzhach District, near the village of Barsovo.

Alexander Avdeev, Russian governor for the region, confirmed the incident on VKontakte, saying: ‘An explosion occurred in the Kirzhach district.

"Responsible services are working on the scene. More detailed information will be reported later. I urge journalists, bloggers, and residents to refrain from disseminating any information about the incident for safety reasons and in compliance with regional legislation until verified official data is received."

Russian state media Tass wrote that residents of Barsovo are being evacuated as the fire continues to rage.

The cause of the explosion remains unclear and officials have veered off from commenting on it.