The 128 meter long, 3484 dwt freighter Sestroretsk went aground on the Volga River near the 2784 kilometer mark.   The Sestroretsk attempted to refloat itself, but failed.  A tug has been requested to assist with refloating efforts.  No reports of injuries, damage or pollution being released.  The Sestroretsk was en route to Astrakhan, Russia from turkey with miscellaneous cargo.