In the Bryansk region, a tragedy unfolded when shelling attributed to Ukrainian forces struck the villages of Kister and Borshchevo in Pogarsky district. The regional governor, Alexander Bogomaz, reported the incident via his telegram channel. The casualty was a nine-year-old child, and Bogomaz stated that aid would be provided to the bereaved family as they cope with this loss.
Governor Bogomaz described the attack as coming from multiple launch rocket systems, with more than ten projectiles hitting populated areas across the region. He noted that there was no structural destruction reported immediately after the strike and that the operational and emergency services were on the ground to assess the situation, assist residents, and ensure safety in the aftermath.
Earlier in the week, Bryansk also faced a drone-related incident. The regional governor reported that during the night of December 30, five Ukrainian unmanned aerial vehicles were intercepted or destroyed by the Russian air defense system over Bryansk and the Bryansk region. There were no casualties or material damage confirmed in that incident, according to the governor.
On December 29, authorities in the Bryansk region acknowledged the destruction of a fourth Ukrainian drone on that day. In the same timeframe, three HARM missiles were reportedly launched in the region, and there were reports of impacts in neighboring Belgorod. These events contribute to a broader pattern of aerial activity and cross-border tensions in the area, with authorities emphasizing vigilance and rapid response measures to protect civilians.
In related political commentary, a former governor of Sevastopol recently drew a provocative analogy, describing Ukraine in terms that reflected controversy and strong sentiment about the conflict. These statements illustrate the charged atmosphere surrounding the ongoing security situation in the region and the broader regional discourse about the war.