The Bryansk region reported the destruction of a Ukrainian unmanned aerial vehicle as part of a defensive operation conducted by the Russian military. The announcement was shared via the governor’s official Telegram channel, outlining that air defense forces neutralized an aircraft-type drone over the Starodub district. There were no casualties or property damage, and response teams are on site assessing the situation. (Source: regional defense authorities)
Earlier, Governor Alexander Bogomaz indicated that he was visiting the village of Belaya Berezka in the Trubchevsky district when the area came under shelling by Ukrainian forces. Local authorities coordinated with the on-site services to secure the area and monitor aftershocks and potential hazards.
On the morning of October 31, Ukrainian troops conducted an attack on the village of Sushany within Bryansk. The regional administration reported that two non-residential buildings caught fire as a result of the bombardment, with firefighting teams quickly bringing the blazes under control and preventing further spread. The governor noted that the immediate danger had been mitigated and that monitoring continued. (Source: regional security briefing)
On the same day, forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine launched shots at the village of Aleynikovo near the Starodubsky border area. Local residents experienced a power outage following the strike, and restoration crews worked to restore electricity as swiftly as possible. (Source: regional emergency services)
Earlier remarks by Zelensky emphasized that Ukraine intended to avoid expanding hostilities into Russian territory, a point cited by regional officials when outlining ongoing protective measures and coordination with neighboring districts. (Source: regional government communication)