Fifteen dead in fire at Amur Gas Chemical Complex in Russia

A fire broke out at the Amur Gas Chemical Complex in Russia's Far East, killing 15 people, including one Russian and 14 foreign workers. The incident occurred earlier this week, and the plant's management confirmed the fatalities. The complex, a joint venture between China's Sinopec and Russia's Sibur, is still under construction and was set to begin operations in early 2027.