Contents tagged with Belgorod
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Three FAB-250 bombs accidentally dropped in Russia's Belgorod region: no casualties, evacuations ensue
In a dramatic turn of events, Russian territories faced significant aviation losses in the Belgorod region as three FAB-250 bombs were inadvertently dropped within a single day, reports the news outlet ASTRA.
One incident led to the evacuation of 100 people in a village within the region. According to ASTRA, the bombs fell in the area, but fortunately, there were no injuries reported.
ASTRA has discovered that the unintended release of a FAB-250 bomb from a Russian aircraft occurred on …
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Ukrainian 'Spartan' Brigade launches bold cross-border operation in Russia's Belgorod region
In a striking development, Ukraine's National Guard's 3rd "Spartan" Brigade has reportedly entered Russia's Belgorod region, smashing a Russian military column and capturing soldiers from the 155th Separate Guards Marine Brigade of the Russian Armed Forces. This successful military operation, which disrupted the assault of Russian forces from the Belgorod region, was reported by journalist Yuriy Butusov on his Telegram channel.
According to Butusov, the troops of the Ukrainian National Guard’s …
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Ukrainian Command: Russian forces mine dams in Belgorod region to prevent possible offensive
Russian troops have reportedly mined dams in the Belgorod region, reported Colonel Vitaliy Saranstev, a spokesperson for the Kharkiv Operational Tactical Group.
Col. Saranstev stated that the Russian military is not only constructing defensive fortifications around Belgorod but also mining both general and specialized hydraulic structures in the region. This raises concerns about the Russian possible long-term plans.
"If the situation shifts dramatically, Russians might blow these dams to …
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Eight injured in Belgorod shelling amid escalating border conflict
In a recent shelling attack on Belgorod, eight individuals sustained injuries, according to reports from the local authorities. Governor of the Belgorod region, Vyacheslav Gladkov, confirmed the shelling by Ukrainian Armed Forces (AFU) via his official Telegram channel on Monday, September 16. According to him, among the injured, one individual is in critical condition.
Local officials have reported significant damage resulting from the attack, including the ignition of a private residence and …
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Ukrainian Forces reportedly attempt breakthrough in Russia's Belgorod region
On the morning of August 27, Ukrainian military forces reportedly attempted to break into the Belgorod region of Russia.
The pro-Kremlin Telegram channel Shot was the first to report on the attempted breakthrough in Belgorod. According to the channel, approximately 60 Ukrainian soldiers initiated the operation around 8:00 AM near the village of Nekhoteevka. The group allegedly included eight armored vehicles.
Later, reports surfaced of 200 Ukrainian soldiers and several infantry fighting …
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Multiple drone and missile attacks reported across Russia’s Belgorod, Rostov, and Moscow regions
Early August 21, Belgorod, Rostov, and Moscow regions came under massive drone attacks.
Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin reported the downing of three drones aimed at the Russian capital, while Rostov Region Governor Vasily Golubev claimed the Russian Air Defense forces intercepted a missile.
“Around one o'clock in the morning, an Air Defense missile interception occurred in western Rostov Region. Preliminary reports indicate no casualties or damage from the missile debris,” reported Governor of …
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Desperation in Kursk region over 1,500 requests for missing persons amid Ukrainian offensive
In a stark revelation, the Russian Red Cross (RKK) has reported receiving over 1,500 requests for help from residents of the Kursk region between August 11 and August 19. These requests come from those desperately searching for missing relatives. According to the RKK, contact has been established with 100 of those reported missing during this period.
Meanwhile, the search and rescue team "Liza Alert" disclosed that they had received 779 requests to find missing persons in the Kursk region …
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Russia braces for loss of Kursk region: Kremlin propagandists mull possible territorial sacrifices
In a striking discussion, experts in a Russian TV studio deliberated over the potential abandonment of border regions by Russia, highlighting the possibility of a sustained Ukrainian military presence.
Russian propaganda appears to be gradually preparing the public for potential territorial losses. This notion is being openly discussed by various speakers on Russian television. The topic prominently featured in the program "Mesto Vstrechi" (the Meeting Place) hosted by Andrey Norkin.
During …
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Concern and controversy: Russia continues deploying conscripts to Kursk region amid rising capture reports
Recent social media posts from residents of various Russian regions, particularly Murmansk and Kaliningrad, indicate that conscripts from local military units are being deployed to the Kursk region. Often, these stories are recounted by the sons or husbands who are serving mandatory military service. For example, the decision to send conscript soldiers to Kursk appears to be planned by the 80th Motorized Rifle Division, stationed in Murmansk.
According to a statement from the relatives of the …
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Federal state of emergency declared in Russia's Belgorod region amid Ukrainian military offensive
In response to the continued Ukrainian military offensive, the Kursk region of Russia has declared a federal-level state of emergency. Vyacheslav Gladkov, the governor of Belgorod region, made this announcement on Thursday, August 15, via Telegram.
An emergency government commission convened under the leadership of Russian Emergency Situations Minister Alexander Kurenkov. "The situation in the region remains complex and tense," stated the Ministry of Emergency Situations. Damage has been …