A drone operated by Ukrainian forces targeted the Shebekino district in the Belgorod region, resulting in injuries to a local civilian. The announcement came from Vyacheslav Gladkov, the regional governor, through his Telegram channel. The strike underscores ongoing military tensions in the border area and the impact on civilian life.
Gladkov explained that the unmanned aircraft crashed onto a parking area adjacent to a grocery store before exploding. The blast caused injuries to a civilian, who sustained a concussion and shrapnel wounds to both the upper and lower limbs, and was subsequently hospitalized for treatment and observation.
In addition to human casualties, the blast damaged a nearby passenger car. Emergency services were dispatched to the scene and worked to secure the area, assist those affected, and assess structural or collateral damage. Local responders coordinated with regional authorities to manage the incident and ensure public safety in the immediate vicinity.
Later on the afternoon of May 25, regional officials reported that Bezymyano village experienced a separate attack using kamikaze drones originating from Ukrainian forces. In that incident, a Ceylan truck was completely destroyed by fire, highlighting the varying scale and nature of drone incidents in the region.
Earlier that morning, Shebekino faced multiple drone sorties from Ukrainian forces, with authorities noting the repeated use of unmanned aircraft in the area. Each event prompted rapid response measures from local services and reinforced the need for vigilance along border communities.
These events come at a time when Russia has been expanding local defensive capabilities to counter drone threats. Authorities in various regions have discussed and tested protective systems designed to shield critical infrastructure and civilian populations from aerial attacks, signaling ongoing efforts to adapt to evolving battlefield tactics. The situation remains subject to rapid change as investigations continue and security measures are adjusted in response to new information and assessments. At the same time, residents are advised to follow official guidance from regional authorities and stay informed through trusted channels about any further security advisories or emergency instructions.