The sound of an explosion was heard in Batumi - a naval mine allegedly exploded in the sea

An explosion was heard in Batumi. The footage is circulating on social networks, where it can be seen that smoke is rising in the sea near the coastline.

Employees of the rescue service and law enforcement officers are mobilized on the beach.

Citizens report that they heard a loud explosion, and it is likely that a naval mine exploded.

IPN is clarifying the details of the incident at the Ministry of Internal Affairs.

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