Explosions in temporarily occupied Mariupol occurred on the night of July 16.
Local residents heard at least five explosions.
Adviser to the Mariupol mayor Petr Andryushchenko announced this in his Telegram channel.
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Explosions in Mariupol on July 16 — what is known
The explosions were a consequence of the arrivals, as well as the operation of air defense systems installed by the occupiers.
— Arrivals. At least two between Nevsky and Agrobaza in the direction of Mangush. Apparently, “everyone was shot down” new air defense systems. From the nature of the attack – first the air defense base was exposed, and then the air defense systems themselves accepted gifts, — Andryushchenko indicated.
Electricity disappeared in some houses, the city center plunged into a complete blackout.
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