Deadly Fire at Russian Industrial Plant Highlights Dangerous Neglect and Raises Security Concerns

Tragedy struck the Ryazan region of Russia as an explosion ripped through the Elastik industrial plant, claiming at least 11 lives and wounding over 130 people. The fire reportedly originated from a gunpowder workshop—an ominous echo of past disasters at the same facility, which suffered a deadly blast just two years ago. This pattern of catastrophic industrial accidents reveals systemic negligence within Russia’s state-controlled industries, with devastating consequences for local workers and communities.How Long Will Russian Authorities Ignore Repeated Safety Failures?The repeated explosions at the Elastik plant are not mere accidents; they are the symptoms of a reckless disregard for...