Fire at Russian base in Crimea forces evacuation of more than 2,000 people

Russia's Telegram channels linked to Russian security services and Ukrainian media reported that an ammunition depot was on fire at the base after Ukrainian overnight air attack.

Smoke and flames rise from an explosion during a fire at a military training ground in the Kirovske district, Crimea, July 19, 2023.

Smoke and flames rise from an explosion during a fire at a military training ground in the Kirovske district, Crimea, July 19, 2023.

(photo credit: STRINGER/ REUTERS)

ByREUTERS

JULY 19, 2023 07:28

Updated: JULY 19, 2023 12:50