Moscow Claims to Have Intercepted 113 Ukrainian Drones
In a significant escalation of the ongoing conflict, Russia's Defense Ministry reported that its air defense forces intercepted and shot down a total of 113 Ukrainian drones on the night of October 2nd. These incidents occurred across four regions bordering Ukraine: Belgorod, Voronezh, Kursk, and Bryansk. The breakdown of the interceptions includes 73 drones in Belgorod, 25 in Voronezh, 14 in Kursk, and one in Bryansk, as detailed in a statement released on Telegram.
Casualties Reported in Belgorod
The drone strikes have had a tragic impact on the civilian population. In the Belgorod region, local authorities reported that a woman was injured when a drone was shot down. Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov noted that in the past 24 hours, the conflict has resulted in the deaths of four civilians and injuries to 24 others in the region. This highlights the ongoing humanitarian toll as Ukrainian drone attacks continue in response to Russian military actions against Ukraine.
Ongoing Conflict and Retaliation
The situation remains tense, with both sides exchanging blows in this protracted conflict. Russia frequently announces the destruction of Ukrainian drones, while Ukraine maintains that these strikes are a necessary retaliation against the ongoing Russian bombings that have inflicted significant suffering on Ukrainian civilians for over two years. As the war continues, the international community watches closely, concerned about the escalating violence and its implications for regional stability.
