Irkutsk Region
Coverage of Irkutsk Region in the Nexus archive.
- Russian Police Officer Pulls Out Sidearm to Enforce Gas Station Queues in Siberia's Irkutsk
A Russian police officer in Siberia's Irkutsk region drew their sidearm to enforce gas station queues after a man attempted to bypass a five-hour fuel line and threatened an officer. Police and national guardsmen are deployed to manage the fuel crisis.
- Russian Region Deploys Police at Gas Stations As Fuel Crisis Deepens
Police have been deployed 24/7 at gas stations in Russia’s Irkutsk region to manage fuel shortages caused by reduced shipments and Ukrainian drone strikes damaging refining capacity. Authorities have imposed restrictions and fined resellers as the crisis impacts dozens of regions.
- Russian Tu-22M3 Supersonic Bomber Crashes in Irkutsk Region, Moscow Says
A Russian Tu-22M3 supersonic bomber crashed in the Irkutsk region during a routine training flight, according to Moscow. The crew ejected safely, the aircraft had no weapons, and an investigation is ongoing. The crash occurred near Belaya air base, previously linked to Ukrainian strikes.
- Russian strategic bomber crashes in Siberia during training exercise
A Russian Tu-22M3 strategic bomber crashed in Siberia's Irkutsk region during a training exercise, with the four-person crew safely ejecting and sustaining non-life-threatening injuries. Preliminary reports suggest engine failure caused the crash, which occurred near the village of Kamenka without causing ground damage.
- Tu-22M3 Strategic Bomber Crashes During Training Flight in Irkutsk Region
A Tu-22M3 Strategic Bomber crashed during a training flight in the Irkutsk Region. Russia’s Defense Ministry confirmed the crew ejected from the aircraft and were alive and well.