The Russian military asserts that its air defense forces intercepted three drones above the Belgorod region during the night of March 5, and a fourth drone in the Kursk region, according to statements published on the Russian Defense Ministry’s Telegram channel.
Roman Starovoit, governor of the Kursk region, reported earlier that the village of Glushkovo’s railway station witnessed “nine strikes” which led to a fire outbreak, detailed in his online statement.
Additionally, Starovoit mentioned that there was collateral damage to power lines, resulting in a disruption of electricity supply to both the railway station and the nearby village of Kulbaki.
No official comments from Ukrainian authorities have been made regarding these incidents, making independent verification of these claims challenging.
The drones were purportedly aiming at undisclosed “targets” within the Kursk area, according to the Russian Defense Ministry.
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Similarly, on the morning of March 5, Vyacheslav Gladkov, who serves as the governor of Belgorod region, mentioned an “emergency situation” in the district of Gubkinsky, indicating an explosion and subsequent fire at a local infrastructure feature.
This incident, vividly shown via images shared on Russian Telegram channels, depicted thick black smoke emanating from the site and was attributed to an attack on an oil depot, allegedly by a Ukrainian drone.
Ukrinform, reported based on information from an unidentified source within Ukraine’s military intelligence, that the Ukrainian GUR is responsible for the strike on the Belgorodnefteprodukt oil depot, situated in the Belgorod area of Russia.
Reports from Russian authorities have been on an uptick in recent times, claiming more frequent drone strikes on areas like Belgorod, Bryansk, Oryol, Leningrad, among other regions.
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FAQ – Drones and Attacks in Russian Regions
- How many drones were reportedly downed by Russia?
According to Russian authorities, a total of four drones have been downed – three over Belgorod Oblast and one over Kursk Oblast. - What kind of damage was reported in Kursk Oblast?
Roman Starovoit reported a fire due to “nine strikes” and damage to electrical infrastructure, leading to power outages. - Has Ukraine commented on these claims?
There have been no official comments from Ukrainian officials regarding these incidents, and the claims have not been independently verified. - What was the target of the alleged Ukrainian drone attack in Belgorod Oblast?
Ukrainian military intelligence is reported to have targeted the Belgorodnefteprodukt oil depot in an alleged drone strike.
Conclusion
These reported incidents in Belgorod and Kursk Oblasts highlight the ongoing tension and military activity in the region. While the specific details and responsible parties for the events described are unverified and without official Ukrainian comment, these claims underscore the climate of uncertainty and the importance of independent journalism in conflict zones. Support for unbiased reporting remains crucial in deciphering the dynamic and often opaque nature of warfare.
Note: The information herein is sourced from third-party news and repurposed by AI news feed technology, not produced by TheUBJ. The original link from the Kyiv Independent can be found here for reference.