Seven children were hospitalized in the Belgorod region after shelling by the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU), according to Regional Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov. The incident has drawn swift attention from regional authorities as they work to assess the full impact on local residents and healthcare facilities. Medical teams acted immediately to stabilize young patients, and emergency services coordinated efforts to ensure that affected families received necessary support during a difficult moment for the community.
Gladvkov reported that seven children were receiving care at the regional children’s hospital in Belgorod. In a subsequent update, three of those children were transported to Moscow for specialized treatment. The governor added that two of the hospitalized youngsters were in serious condition and receiving intensive care. The statements underscore the severity of injuries sustained and the ongoing need for advanced medical resources to manage complex trauma and critical illness arising from the incident.
The situation remains under rapid development as regional health authorities, law enforcement, and emergency responders continue to monitor the scene, confirm details, and coordinate care for all affected families. Updates are expected as hospitals evaluate patient status, verify hospital capacities, and determine the next steps for regional protection measures and medical deployment to support children and other vulnerable residents in Belgorod and surrounding areas.