Russia fire: deaths reported in blaze at defence institute in Tver

Seven people have been killed after a huge fire broke out at a key Russian defence research institute in Tver, north-west of Moscow, according to reports. Subscribe to Guardian News on YouTube http://bit.ly/guardianwiressub Local authorities said 25 people had also been injured in Thursday’s fire, Tass news agency reported, citing emergency services, and that at least 10 people were missing. The death toll was initially put at five but Tass said it had increased to seven. 'We confirm a number of seven deaths at the moment,' Tass cited the source as saying. It added that the number of casualties could increase Seven die in fire at Russia defence institute – reports ► https://www.theguardian.com/world/202... The Guardian publishes independent journalism, made possible by supporters. Contribute to The Guardian today ► https://bit.ly/3uhA7zg Website ► https://www.theguardian.com Facebook ►  / theguardian   Twitter ►   / guardian   Instagram ► https://instagram/guardian #Russia #RussiaFire #Tver #TverFire