Ukrainian intelligence behind explosions at Russian naval base in Vladivostok, media report

Explosions in the Russian city of Vladivostok on Friday morning were the result of a “successful operation” by Ukraine’s military intelligence agency, according to RBC-Ukraine, UNIAN, and Hromadske, all of which cited informed sources.

The sources said two blasts occurred in Desantnaya Bay, near the base of the 47th Separate Air Assault Battalion, which is part of Russia’s 155th Guards Naval Infantry Brigade. One explosion reportedly struck near a checkpoint, while the other targeted the unit’s personnel and command quarters. The attack reportedly hit personnel, military equipment, and specialized assets.

The outlets noted that the 155th Guards Naval Infantry Brigade has been actively involved in the war in Ukraine, including in the battles for Mariupol and Vuhledar in the Donetsk region, as well as in operations in Russia’s Kursk region.

Earlier, regional authorities claimed the explosions in Desantnaya Bay were caused by propane-butane canisters igniting inside a vehicle. The regional Anti-Terrorism Commission stated there were no casualties. However, media reports indicated that the road to the bay had been blocked off before the blasts, and a helicopter was seen in the area.