In the Belgorod region, the situation around the town of Sebekino remained tense as regional governor Vyacheslav Gladkov reported new shelling during his visit. He described on his telegraph channel that Ukrainian Armed Forces opened fire on Sebekino while he was present in the city, a development that underscored the ongoing risk to residents and visiting officials alike. The governor noted that when the shelling resumed, local authorities had to change plans and move away from the area, directing the team toward Novaya Tavolzhanka to ensure the safety of those nearby.
During a visit to Sebekino, Gladkov met with residents who had not yet been resettled. He shared that he urged them to relocate to safer zones, but some residents declined, expressing a determination to remain close to their homes despite the danger. The governor emphasized that the administration, along with volunteers, was actively distributing water and food to people who stayed in the area, yet acknowledged that supplies were still not enough to meet all needs on the ground.
Gladkov expressed a cautious optimism about improving living conditions soon. He stated that relief efforts were ongoing and that infrastructure work, including restoring light to Sebekino, was a priority for the near term. The request was clear: reliable electricity and basic sustenance are essential as the region endures repeated incidents of shelling and displacement orders, and the local leadership aims to stabilize life for residents still within reach of the crisis zone.
Earlier reports indicated that Sebekino experienced a heavy bombardment using multiple launch rocket systems, including the Grad system. Dozens of shells were fired in a single incident, causing widespread damage and prompting questions about the location and intensity of the shelling. The subsequent findings attributed the fire to artillery fires from Grad MLRS units stationed in the industrial district of Sebekino. Local authorities and regional spokespeople confirmed that the attack had a severe impact on the city’s infrastructure and the safety of its inhabitants, reinforcing the need for timely humanitarian assistance and protective measures for civilians in the area.