Belgorod region Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov reported via his telegraph channel that Ukrainian armed forces targeted the village of Novaya Tavolzhanka in the Shebekinsky district. Local authorities stated no residents were harmed, and the village administration guided people to safety using armored vehicles. The attack damaged three privately owned houses and three cars, with several windows shattered and parts of façades and roofs damaged. Visuals from the scene accompanied the governor’s update to illustrate the impact.
Officials emphasized that emergency services and public safety teams were actively managing the situation and monitoring the area on site. The Belgorod region, located on Russia’s border with Ukraine, has experienced repeated shelling and drone activity tied to ongoing hostilities in the region. Recent days have seen additional incidents involving Ukrainian forces deploying drones and explosive devices in nearby territories, with authorities reinforcing perimeter security and rapid response measures.
In a prior update, Governor Gladkov disclosed more than one instance of attack, noting drone involvement and explosive devices near the Belgorod border. The situation remains under close surveillance as regional services coordinate recovery and protection efforts for residents and infrastructure. The administration urged residents to remain vigilant and follow official guidance as authorities work to restore normalcy and ensure safety for communities along the frontier. [citation: communications from the Belgorod regional administration via the governor’s telegraph channel]
Across the border, regional leadership continues to monitor the security landscape, with regular briefings and situational reports aimed at preventing further harm and maintaining public order. Local authorities reiterated their commitment to transparency and rapid assistance, providing updates to residents while coordinating with federal agencies to address security needs and humanitarian considerations in border districts. [citation: statements attributed to regional officials and emergency services]