Russian gas pipeline hit by explosion and fire nine months after similar incident

Authorities say 'abnormal' heat, not Ukrainian drones, most likely cause of new blaze on Saratov region trunkline

Amateur video shows the Peschany Umet–Storozhevka gas pipeline in flames 15 June, 2024.
Amateur video shows the Peschany Umet–Storozhevka gas pipeline in flames 15 June, 2024.Photo: SARATOV 1/TELEGRAM
Published 17 June 2024, 11:03Updated 17 June 2024, 11:33
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