In the night from Wednesday to Thursday, Russia announced that it had successfully destroyed multiple Ukrainian drones in its border regions of Bryansk and Belgorod. Fortunately, there were no casualties reported.
According to the Russian Defense Ministry, air defense systems shot down six drones in four different locations over the Bryansk region, which is situated approximately 400 kilometers southwest of Moscow. The ministry further stated, “Air defense systems on duty destroyed unmanned aerial vehicles over the territory of Bryansk region,” through the messaging app Telegram.
Bryansk region Governor, Alexander Bogomaz, confirmed that no damage or casualties were sustained during the incident. He also mentioned that “operational and emergency services are working on the scene.”
Additionally, a drone was destroyed in the Belgorod region, further south, late Wednesday evening. The Defense Ministry emphasized that the attempted attack had been successfully “thwarted.” Belgorod region Governor, Vyacheslav Gladkov, reported that the drone was “shot down” over the village of Tulyanka, with no casualties or damage occurring.
Since the initiation of Ukraine’s counteroffensive in early June, Russia has encountered numerous waves of drone attacks that have resulted in damage to buildings, infrastructure, military aircraft, and, unfortunately, the loss of civilian lives.
Despite these events, Russian officials have attempted to downplay their significance.
