The governor of Belgorod region, Vyacheslav Gladkov, released a statement via a telegraph channel detailing a grave incident near the Grayvoron urban area. He described how a civilian was shot in the head, not struck by shrapnel, during a raid by a sabotage and reconnaissance group that breached the district’s territory. The official identified the deceased as Yuri Vladimirovich Gaevoy, who led the Preobrazhensky battalion. Despite Gladkov not being a military officer, he confirmed that Gaevoy would receive a military-style pension of 3 million rubles from the district budget, a promise aligned with compensation practices for troops and their families. In addition, the governor noted a monthly support payment of 50,000 rubles for Gaevoy’s younger daughter, who is under 21, as part of the welfare provisions tied to the loss of a service member.
On May 22, the Grayvoron area was targeted again when a Ukrainian armed forces’ sabotage and reconnaissance detachment entered the region. Russian units reportedly repelled the attackers and defended the border zone, maintaining the security of nearby settlements and infrastructure. The incident underscored the ongoing tension in the border area and the readiness of Russian security forces to respond to any infiltration with prompt measures intended to prevent further escalation.
Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu issued a firm statement reaffirming that the Russian military will continue to react swiftly and with strong measures to Kiev’s actions. The official stance emphasizes resolve to deter attacks, protect civilian populations, and uphold regional stability amid the volatile security situation along the border.
The events highlight the human cost of ongoing hostilities and the administrative steps taken to support families affected by military operations. As the region processes these developments, officials are balancing public reassurance with strategy for defense and deterrence in the border districts, while continuing to monitor threats and adjust response protocols as necessary.
Analysts and residents alike await further updates from regional authorities as they assess implications for local safety, civil services, and ongoing defense planning. The focus remains on safeguarding communities, maintaining essential services, and ensuring that fiscal measures are in place to assist dependents of service members during a period of heightened risk.