A drone attack on Russia’s Orenburg gas processing plant, which
receives gas from Kazakhstan, has not impacted fuel supplies within
Kazakhstan, Azernews reports, citing
Kazinform.
According to information, Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Energy has
confirmed that the situation remains under control.
The ministry stated that the plant has temporarily halted the
reception of raw gas from the Karachaganak field. “This incident
has not affected Kazakhstan’s gas supplies. The nature of the
damage to the plant and the timeline for restoring its operations
have not yet been provided by Russia. Gas deliveries to domestic
consumers continue normally, without restrictions,” said Asel
Serikpayeva, advisor to the Energy Minister.
The ministry added that investigations are ongoing regarding
potential impacts on the processing and production of Karachaganak
gas. Further updates on possible losses and next steps will be
provided. Kazakhstan’s Energy Ministry maintains constant
communication with Russian authorities and the operators of the
field.
According to Russian sources, the gas processing plant in
Orenburg was attacked by drones overnight. Witnesses reported a
fire, several explosions, and smoke rising into the sky.
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