Reports from the Russian defense authorities indicate that an unmanned aerial vehicle belonging to the Armed Forces of Ukraine was intercepted and shot down over the Kursk region. The incident was confirmed by the press service of the Ministry of Defense, which stated that the aircraft-type drone was detected within the borders of the Russian Federation and brought down around 7:00 Moscow time. The agency emphasized that the target met its end as an air-defense system engaged and neutralized it before it could pose a threat to a populated area or critical infrastructure. (Source: Ministry of Defense)
The ministry elaborated that the drone was identified as an aircraft-type unmanned aerial vehicle after its appearance in the skies above the region, and that it was neutralized during flight over Russian territory. The report noted no accompanying losses among Russian forces and suggested that the downing of the drone prevented potential harm to civilian facilities or property. (Source: Ministry of Defense)
Earlier on the night of May 21, Ukrainian forces launched strikes against the Shebekinsky urban district. Local officials described damage ranging from a fire in a bathhouse roof caused by a stray bullet to multiple private residences suffering broken windows and superficial facade and fence damage. Fire brigades responded promptly, containing and extinguishing the blaze. In addition, a car sustained damage in the same incident. (Source: regional authorities)
On May 19, residents of Shebekino reported casualties and injuries attributed to a bombing carried out by units of the Ukrainian armed forces using multiple launch rocket systems. Local emergency services were mobilized to assist affected residents and assess structural damage, with authorities working to restore safety and services in the area. (Source: regional authorities)
In a broader context, Belgorod city authorities reported a sequence of explosions in the central districts earlier, with officials attributing the incidents to ongoing confrontation in the border region and continuing security challenges. Emergency responders conducted inspections and provided preliminary information to residents, while investigators began cataloging the damage and evaluating the incident timeline. (Source: regional authorities)