Late in the evening on October 2, powerful explosions rocked the Perm region, russia. The Azot chemical plant — the largest producer of nitrogen fertilizers, also used in the production of explosives — was attacked.
According to OSINT analysts from Exilenova+, the first explosions in the city of Berezniki in the Perm region were reported at around 9 p.m. on Thursday.
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"The Azot branch of OJSC Uralchem in Berezniki, Perm Krai, has just been hit. It is located 1,700 km from the state border. Is this the longest strike to date?" the statement reads.
Five drones were reported flying over, according to local residents. Three of them hit the Azot plant. As a result, a fire broke out at the enterprise.
It is reported to be one of the largest producers of nitrogen fertilizers in russia. The plant produces ammonia, urea and ammonium nitrate. These chemicals are dual-use — used in agriculture but also exploitable for making explosives. In 2024, the company reached a record production volume of over 2.3 million tons.
"The strike on such an object will affect both russia's economic and military logistics," the statement reads.
Around 11 p.m., repeated explosions were reported.
Workshop No. 5, which specializes in the production of nitric acid, was probably hit.
At the same time, another Telegram channel Vanek Nikolaev reported that the 14th Unmanned Aerial Systems Regiment had struck the Azot plant in the Perm region.
It should be noted that russia denies striking the Azot plant.
"On October 2 at 8:45 p.m., production was briefly interrupted at the Azot branch of OJSC Uralchem. No one was injured. There is no threat to the environment. The plant is currently operating as usual," the head of Bereznikicity, Alexey Kazachenko stated.
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