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Ukrainian drones kill two in Russian border region of Belgorod, governor says

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Posted on March 25, 2026

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March 25 (Reuters) - Ukrainian drone strikes killed two people on Wednesday in Russia's border region of Belgorod, the regional governor said. Vyacheslav Gladkov, writing on Telegram, said drones

Ukrainian Drone Attacks Kill Two Civilians in Russia's Belgorod Border Region

Fatal Drone Strikes in Belgorod Region

Details of the Attacks

March 25 (Reuters) - Ukrainian drone strikes killed two people on Wednesday in Russia's border region of Belgorod, the regional governor said.

Victims Identified

Vyacheslav Gladkov, writing on Telegram, said drones killed an 18-year-old man aboard a motorcycle in a village near the border and a woman in her car in the town of Graivoron, also near the border.

Context of Ongoing Attacks

Belgorod has been a frequent target of Ukrainian forces during the four-year war pitting Kyiv against Moscow. Ukrainian shelling of a public building in the city of Belgorod killed four people last week.

Reporting and Editing Credits

(Reporting by Reuters; Editing by Alistair Bell)

Key Takeaways

  • The drone strikes underscore continued escalation along the Ukraine‑Russia border, with Belgorod facing frequent attacks over the four‑year conflict.
  • Belgorod has suffered multiple deadly incidents in recent months, including drone and missile strikes causing civilian casualties and infrastructure damage.
  • Ukrainian drone use in the region has surged—BBC analysis shows drone incidents in Belgorod nearly quadrupled since early 2025, reflecting intensified drone warfare.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who confirmed the Ukrainian drone strikes in Belgorod?
The Belgorod regional governor, Vyacheslav Gladkov, confirmed the drone strikes.
How many people were killed in the latest drone attacks in Belgorod?
Two people were killed: an 18-year-old man and a woman.
Where did the Ukrainian drone strikes occur in Belgorod?
The attacks occurred in a village near the border and in the town of Graivoron, near the border.
Has Belgorod been targeted previously in the war?
Yes, Belgorod has been a frequent target, with a recent shelling killing four people.
Who reported and edited the article?
The article was reported by Reuters and edited by Alistair Bell.

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