Key facts
- A suspicious object on rail tracks in Treuchtlingen, Germany, did not contain explosives.
- Buildings near the Treuchtlingen object were evacuated.
- A large explosion and fire occurred at the KNDS Ammo Italy facility in Colleferro, Italy.
- The KNDS Ammo Italy facility produces 155 mm artillery shells for Ukraine.
- No casualties were reported at the Italian ammunition plant.
- Authorities stated the situation at the Italian plant is under control.
German police confirmed on Thursday that a suspicious object discovered on rail tracks in Treuchtlingen did not contain explosives. The discovery led to the evacuation of buildings in the vicinity to ensure the safe removal of the object. The situation in Treuchtlingen has since been resolved with the object being deemed non-explosive.
In a separate incident, a large explosion and subsequent fire occurred at the KNDS Ammo Italy facility located in Colleferro, Italy. This plant is a significant producer of 155 mm artillery shells, which are supplied to Ukraine. Authorities have reported that no casualties resulted from the explosion and fire. The situation at the ammunition plant is stated to be under control.