Tanya Polyakovska19:58, 23.10.26
The plant was hit by a missile strike, says the Russian governor.
The Proton plant in the Russian city of Orel , whose products include parts used in ballistic and cruise missiles, was hit. This information was confirmed by the governor of the Orel region, Andrey Klychkov.
According to him, this is a missile attack on a “civilian facility.” Emergency services are working at the scene. Information about the victims and the extent of the damage is being clarified.
What does this factory produce?
According to War & Sanctions , the company’s products include:
- 2M420A4 2026 diode modules, which are used in S-71 “Kover” cruise missiles;
- 249LP5 inverter switches used in 9M723 Iskander-M ballistic missiles.
In addition, as part of the cooperation on the production of the 72V6 combat vehicle and the Pantsir-S1 anti-aircraft missile and gun complex (and its modifications), the plant supplies 2M419A1 electronic switch modules for an automated workplace, as well as integrated circuits of a 60V 249KP8U transistor optocoupler for the TVK-2 television channel.
A “civilian facility” ??? Making
diode modules,
inverter switches,
electronic switch modules,
integrated circuits,
and transistor optocouplers.
Yeah, these are just common household items…