Ukrainian shelling reported in Belgorod region and related aerial activity
Reports from a Telegram channel linked to regional authorities describe a mortar attack by Ukrainian forces on the village of Novaya Tavolzhanka, located within the Shebekino urban district of the Belgorod region. The message from the channel attributed the attack to Ukrainian forces and gave details about the incident as observed from the scene. Local officials later confirmed the situation and provided updates on the status of the settlement and the response by emergency services.
According to the regional authorities, no injuries were reported as a result of the shelling. Nevertheless, the strike left material damage in the area, affecting six private homes and two vehicles. Emergency responders were dispatched to the site to assess the damage, secure the area, and assist residents as needed. The swift deployment of responders is part of ongoing measures to manage the immediate consequences of such incidents in border communities.
Authorities have stressed that emergency services remain on site to monitor the aftermath and ensure safety for residents. The situation prompted precautionary actions, including road inspections and essential welfare checks for affected families. Local leadership has urged residents in neighboring areas to remain vigilant and follow official guidance as the situation develops and more information becomes available.
Earlier statements from Belgorod regional officials indicated that Ukrainian aerial activity has included drone operations targeting settlements within the region. A drone-borne explosion and related events were cited as part of a broader pattern of reported incursions in the area. Security services continue to track unmanned aerial movements and assess any potential threats to civilian populations and critical infrastructure.
In the days prior, regional authorities noted that air defense systems were engaged in countering drone incursions near Belgorod and the nearby Novgorod region. The defense ministry characterized the aircraft involved as unmanned aerial vehicles used for reconnaissance and attack missions. This ongoing air defense activity underscores the persistent tension in the border zone and the importance of rapid, coordinated responses by security and emergency teams.
Reports also referenced the impact of shelling on civilian life, including disruptions to families and communities, and the broader concern for the safety of children and vulnerable residents in affected areas. Local administrators have reiterated commitments to protect civilians and to provide timely assistance to those displaced or distressed by the events. Official channels continue to share updates as investigations progress and verification from independent observers is pursued.