Ukrainian drone strikes in Belgorod
Ukrainian forces launched a significant drone barrage against the Russian border region of Belgorod, with 130 drones reported destroyed by Russian air defenses across 11 regions. The strikes in Belgorod resulted in two civilian deaths and 16 injuries, according to local officials. The Russian Defense Ministry confirmed the intensity of the engagement, noting 140 separate strikes over a 24-hour period.
Date: September 2, 2026
Location: Belgorod, Russia
Conflict: Russia-Ukraine War
Category: airstrike
Severity: HIGH
Casualties reported: 18
Source: US News