Ukrainian Drones Injure three in Belgorod Region as Putin Meets with Xi in China
Belgorod, Russia – Three civilians were injured in drone attacks targeting the Belgorod region of western Russia on August 31, 2024, according to regional Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov. The incidents occurred near an apartment building adn in the village of Novaya Tavolzhanka, with drones reportedly dropping explosive devices.
The attacks come as Russian President Vladimir Putin is in China meeting with President Xi jinping, signaling continued alignment between the two nations amidst the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The Belgorod region, bordering Ukraine, has frequently been the target of cross-border attacks, raising concerns about escalating tensions and civilian safety. The Ukrainian government has not yet claimed responsibility for the August 31st incidents.
governor Gladkov, as reported by the Tass news agency, stated that two individuals were wounded by a drone-released explosive near a residential building, while a woman sustained injuries during an attack on novaya Tavolzhanka. Details regarding the severity of the injuries have not been released.
