Powerful Explosions Shake Horlivka: Russian Ammunition Depot Destroyed in Occupied Territory
In the temporarily occupied city of Horlivka in Donetsk region, a series of significant and unexpected events took place. On the evening of July 2, loud explosions rocked the city, drawing attention not only from local residents but also from military experts and Ukrainian security services. According to information circulating on social media and Telegram channels, the explosions targeted a critical military facility—specifically, a Russian ammunition depot in Horlivka. This incident garnered widespread interest and surprised many, as this depot was considered one of the crucial logistical hubs for Russian forces in the region. Andriy Kovalenko, head of the Counter-Disinformation Center at the National Security and Defense Council, reported via his Telegram channel that the strike was carried out on a large ammunition warehouse located within the city. Video footage appearing later shows a massive explosion and subsequent secondary detonations, confirming the severity of the incident. The videos contain strong language, so viewership should be approached cautiously. It is important to note that independent verification of this information has not yet been provided by Radio Liberty — Donbas Realities. However, local sources and bloggers have confirmed the occurrence of explosions in Horlivka. The occupiers and Ukrainian military forces have not issued any official comments yet. Military analysts estimate that the ammunition depot was destroyed approximately 60 kilometers from the frontline, demonstrating Ukraine’s ability to strike deep into enemy logistical points. Previously, the Ukrainian General Staff confirmed damage to the Izhevsk Electromechanical Plant “Kupol,” which produces the short-range air defense systems “Tor-M2E” and the “Garpia-A1” unmanned aerial vehicles. This highlights Ukraine’s capability to target key Russian military infrastructure and strategic objects within occupied territories.