The Belgorod region administration, led by Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov, reported a Tochka-U missile strike launched by Ukrainian armed forces targeted the area along the border. The governor communicated the incident through his official telegraph channel, detailing the reach and impact of the attack.
According to the regional authorities, the strike struck the Bryanskiye Lipyagi farm, located roughly eight kilometers from the Russia–Ukraine border. The impact damaged a power line, cutting electricity to seven nearby settlements. Emergency crews moved quickly to assess the situation and begin restoration work, prioritizing the safety of residents and the stabilization of infrastructure.
Gladkov confirmed via his update that a Tochka-U missile hit the outskirts of the Bryanskiye Lipyagi farm within the Veydelevsky district and added that there were no casualties reported at that time. The comments underscore the intensity of the event and the immediate response measures being undertaken to secure the area and support affected households.
Earlier, the governor also described the aftermath of a drone attack in the Belgorod region. Debris from the device damaged the roof of a private residence, prompting a rapid response from emergency services and ongoing on-scene assessments to ensure safety and determine any additional risks to residents.
On the same day, the Belgorod region reported activity from its air defense systems, reflecting the tense security environment in border areas and the ongoing vigilance of local authorities in coordinating protective measures for communities and critical infrastructure.
Separately, remarks from former President Vladimir Putin touched on the future direction of Russia’s military forces. The statements reached audiences across state media channels and added to a public discourse about strategic priorities and modernization within the Russian armed forces.