In the Belgorod region, near Shebekino, an unmanned aerial vehicle classified as a drone of aircraft type was intercepted and eliminated by air defense forces. The announcement came from regional governor Vyacheslav Gladkov, who provided details on the incident through official channels. The drone was detected in the vicinity of the village known as Batratskaya Dacha, within the Shebekinsky district, prompting a rapid response from local defense units.
Authorities indicated that the Belgorod regional services are actively assessing the scene to confirm the full extent of the event and to document the field results. Early information suggests no injuries or material damage to residents in the affected village, according to Gladkov.
This event marks the second instance in which internal air defense units in the Belgorod region have identified and destroyed a drone. Earlier, a drone was neutralized around 16:00 Moscow time, reinforcing local vigilance against aerial threats.
As per the Defense Ministry, the aerial object was brought down by mission air defense systems, with drones attributed to the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) referenced in initial statements. The ongoing tensions in the region underscore a pattern of periodic drone activity across the border area adjacent to Ukraine.
Belgorod region residents remain accustomed to a cycle of shelling and drone incursions that occur despite ongoing efforts to mitigate risk. The border with the Kharkiv region of Ukraine continues to be a focal point for security operations and rapid response measures by regional authorities and defense forces.
Earlier incidents in the area have left fields scorched following the crash of additional aerial devices, serving as a reminder of the volatility that accompanies the current security environment. Local officials emphasize the importance of continued monitoring and readiness to respond to any similar developments that may affect nearby communities or infrastructure.