Tragic Incident in Belgorod Region
Six people were reportedly killed and 35 others injured in Russia’s frontier Belgorod region after the Ukrainian military launched a drone attack on cars carrying workers, Belgorod’s Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov said on Monday.
Details of the Incident
- Two cars belonging to a meat production facility were targeted in the attack near the village of Berezyovka.
- Governor Gladkov confirmed the casualties, with six people losing their lives on the spot and 35 others sustaining injuries.
- One man was reported to be in serious condition, while two children had superficial injuries.
- A passenger vehicle was also damaged in the drone attack.
Escalating Tensions
The Belgorod region, bordering Ukraine, has faced multiple attacks by Ukrainian artillery, drones, and proxies over the past year. Recent months have seen a rise in fatal drone and missile strikes, with Monday’s bombardment being the deadliest in weeks.
Denials and Counterclaims
Ukraine denies targeting civilians and asserts its right to strike back, while Russia accuses the West of overlooking Ukrainian attacks on civilians.
Recent Developments
The attack in Belgorod follows the Russian defense ministry’s announcement on April 28, claiming to have downed 17 Ukrainian drones in various western regions. Most of the drones were intercepted in bordering areas, with the highest number shot down in Bryansk, followed by Kursk and Belgorod.
