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Cross-border strikes hit Russia’s Belgorod, damaging civilian infrastructure

Aftermath of the attack on Belgorod on 16 September.

The Russian city of Belgorod, located near the eastern Ukrainian border, came under attack on the morning of 16 September, with Russian officials and news media blaming Ukrainian forces.

There has been no official confirmation or denial from Ukrainian authorities regarding their involvement in the incident, which reportedly resulted in injuries to civilians and damage to infrastructure.

Ukraine has recently intensified attacks on Russia’s Belgorod Oblast as part of its broader strategy to disrupt Russian military logistics and undermine the narrative of Russian invulnerability. These strikes are also often viewed as retaliatory actions for continued Russian bombardments of Ukrainian cities. 

According to the Russian Telegram channel Mash, the city was targeted by drones and multiple launch rocket systems (MLRS).

Belgorod Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov reported that ten civilians were wounded in the assault, with one person in critical condition. The others are said to have sustained moderate injuries and are receiving treatment in local hospitals.

The attack caused fires throughout Belgorod, affecting both private property and public spaces. Eleven private houses and 66 cars caught fire. Twenty-one high-rise buildings reportedly suffered broken windows and damaged balconies. Four private homes experienced similar destruction, with additional damage to roofs and facades. A gas pipeline was also hit during the attack.

According to Gladkov, the assault’s effects extended beyond Belgorod city, damaging buildings and cars in nearby villages.

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