The Rostov regional leadership, represented by Governor Vasily Golubev, issued a statement via its telegram channel regarding events in Taganrog. The message indicated that, based on current assessments, Taganrog’s urban infrastructure did not suffer damage from the latest drone activity attributed to Ukrainian forces. Officials noted that law enforcement personnel are continuing to work in the area where debris landed, gathering evidence and securing the scene for a full review.
Earlier updates from the Russian Ministry of Defense reported that 47 Ukrainian unmanned aerial vehicles were engaged by air defense systems and brought down over Russian territories during the night of March 9. The impact of these events was assessed by regional authorities as part of ongoing efforts to monitor airspace and respond to potential threats to civilian life and critical infrastructure.
Governor Golubev added that the attack on Taganrog resulted in the hospitalization of an emergency responder from the Ministry of Emergency Situations who participated in the response operations at the site. The individual received medical care following the incident, illustrating the human cost that accompanies rapid response actions in such cases.
Earlier on the morning of March 8, the Russian Ministry of Defense reported that air defense forces had intercepted 11 unmanned aerial vehicles over the Volgograd region and one over the Belgorod region during the night. These observations were part of a broader set of notices detailing the movement of UAVs and the effectiveness of defense systems across multiple frontlines.
On March 7, reports indicated at least two settlements in Kursk region experienced a power outage due to damage to power lines. The disruption was linked to bombardment activity attributed to Ukrainian armed formations, with crews working to restore electricity and assess infrastructure resilience in the affected areas.
Earlier still, Ukrainian drone activity was reported over the Leningrad region, prompting air defense or contingency measures in that area as authorities continued to monitor the situation and ensure safe operation of critical services. These cumulative updates reflect ongoing vigilance and the rapid mobilization of emergency and defense resources across multiple regions.
All statements regarding the incidents are attributed to official sources from regional administrations and military authorities, with ongoing verification and updates as new information becomes available. Citations: Governor Golubev’s telegram channel and the Russian Ministry of Defense, along with regional emergency services, as recorded in official briefings and public communications. These references provide a framework for understanding the sequence of events and the protective steps taken to safeguard civilians and critical infrastructure in the wake of UAV activity.