Russian defense authorities say five Ukrainian unmanned aerial vehicles were shot down in the Belgorod and Kursk regions. The information came from the Russian Ministry of Defense, which stated that on the latest night a Kiev-led attempt to strike targets within the Russian Federation using aircraft-type drones was thwarted. According to the ministry, air defense systems in Belgorod region intercepted four drones while one was downed in the Kursk area.
In a separate message from the Belgorod regional governor’s official Telegram channel, Vyacheslav Gladkov described activity in the Yakovlevsky urban district where the air defense system was activated. The regional head noted that two aerial targets were intercepted as they neared the city of Stroitel. Field units are continuing on-site assessments to verify the results of the operation and to confirm any confirmed damage or casualties. This information is being compiled as the situation develops.
Initial reports indicate that there were no injuries resulting from the incident, and there is no confirmed data on material losses at this stage. Operational services are coordinating to provide a fuller picture as details become available.
Earlier communications suggested that authorities would pursue measures to identify and locate drone operators associated with the activity. This context reflects ongoing efforts by regional authorities to monitor and respond to drone incursions and to communicate updates as information becomes verified. These developments are being tracked by multiple official channels and subject to further confirmation as investigations proceed.