Governor Andrei Klychkov of the Oryol Region reported that electronic warfare equipment was employed to counter an unmanned aerial vehicle, which then crashed into the Livensky district. The governor’s Telegram channel conveyed the update, noting that a drone was neutralized in the area using electronic warfare techniques today in the Livensky region.
The crash occurred near the village of Svobodnaya Dubrava. There were no reported injuries or casualties as a result of the incident, and authorities reassured the public that safety measures remained in place.
With the area secured, law enforcement officers established a cordon and conducted standard precautionary actions to manage the scene. Officials emphasized that the incident site was sealed off to preserve evidence and ensure a controlled response.
The governor reiterated that security personnel had taken the necessary steps to control the situation and that the area would remain under monitoring until investigations are completed.
On 14 September, the Ministry of Defense announced the interception of a sixth unmanned aerial vehicle operated by Ukrainian forces in the Bryansk region during the overnight period. The ministry described the event as successful neutralization of personnel threats from aerial assets in that area.
Earlier in Russia, authorities announced the development of a drone suppression system designed to enhance counter-drone capabilities. The new system aims to improve responses to airborne threats across multiple regions and provide clearer procedures for rapid deployment when hostile drones are detected.
Analysts note that such measures reflect a broader pattern of enhanced airspace control and rapid-response protocols in response to evolving drone activity in border regions. Public statements from regional leaders and defense officials continue to stress the importance of swift, coordinated action to protect civilian communities while maintaining operational security for armed forces and local authorities. The situation remains under close supervision as investigations proceed and further details emerge about ongoing counter-drone operations and their effectiveness in different contexts. Attribution: official channels from the Oryol Region administration and the Ministry of Defense.