The air defense system is actively operating over Kursk and the surrounding Kursk region, according to a statement from the regional governor. The acknowledgment came through the official telegraphic channel and confirms that protective measures are in place to monitor airspace over these areas.
Officials emphasized that air defense units are vigilant in the skies above Kursk and its neighbors. The regional administration urged residents to stay calm and rely on official advisories as information continues to be updated through the day.
Earlier remarks from Governor Roman Starovoit noted an incident involving fuel and lubricants in the Kursk region. He indicated that a unmanned aerial vehicle belonging to the Armed Forces of Ukraine had been located near the fuel facilities at the Mikhailovsky Mining and Processing Plant in Kursk.
Additionally, Mash Telegram reported that a Ukrainian drone was observed approaching and was targeted at the AV Varichev mine and processing facility in Zheleznogorsk, within the Kursk region.
On the same day, the Voronezh region faced a reported drone attack. The Russian Ministry of Defense confirmed that the unmanned aerial vehicle was destroyed in the designated airspace, aligning with recent protective operations over regional territory.
Earlier reports stated that shots were fired toward the Lemeshovka village in the Sevsky district of Bryansk region, as part of ongoing security measures observed in border areas and adjacent regions.
In all occurrences, regional authorities have stressed the importance of remaining calm, following official guidance, and avoiding unnecessary speculation while authorities assess each event for accuracy and impact. The continued coordination between regional and national defense structures aims to maintain airspace integrity and safeguard civilian populations in these areas.