The Belgorod region reported that the Armed Forces of Ukraine carried out two strikes on the border town of Shebekino on Monday, October 7, damaging homes and cars and prompting an immediate response from local emergency services [Belgorod regional administration].
Regional Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov, through his official Telegram channel, said that preliminary information showed no injuries among residents at the time of the reporting.
Emergency crews acted quickly to halt fuel supply as nine private households sustained damage and a gas line was broken in two nearby households. Power and fuel networks were assessed, and safety measures were put in place to prevent any further hazards.
Four vehicles were struck by shrapnel, underscoring the blast effects in the affected area and triggering a broader review of nearby facilities and vehicles.
The governor’s office indicated that the administration would continue daytime door-to-door visits to check on residents, document damages, and coordinate assistance for those affected.
On the same day, authorities stated that five unmanned aerial vehicles operated by Ukrainian forces attacked the Belgorod region, adding to ongoing concerns about border security and civilian safety [Belgorod regional authorities].
Further updates showed that Ukrainian drones attacked four settlements in the region, including the village of Novostroevka-Pervaya, where a drone crashed into agricultural equipment and injured the driver, highlighting risks to civilian workers in rural areas [Regional emergency services].
The early morning drone activity in Shebekino reverberated across Belgorod, with property damage reported and residents advised to stay vigilant as authorities evaluated the immediate impact and prepared further protective steps.