A Russian air defense unit near Sochi was attacked overnight on September 4, sparking a fire at a military facility.

That is according to the Telegram channel Astra, Ukrinform reports.

Sochi residents reported hearing numerous explosions followed by a fire.

The fire reportedly broke out near the Sirius settlement, close to the Psou River on the border with Abkhazia. Analysts say a Russian S-300 or S-400 surface-to-air missile system is located in the area.

In addition, an oil depot in Sochi caught fire. Local residents said they could see a high column of flames from many kilometers away.