Missile attack kills two in Russia’s Belgorod, governor says

Belgorod, Russia. A Ukrainian missile attack killed two people and injured three on Friday in the Russian city of Belgorod near the border, regional governor Vyacheslav Gladkov said.

Casualties and medical treatment

Gladkov said the men were killed at an infrastructure site in the city. He said all three injured were being treated in hospital and one was in a serious condition.

Damage to utilities and buildings

Gladkov said the attack caused serious damage to energy facilities and that electricity, heating and water supplies were cut. He said three apartment buildings in the city sustained damage.

Resident reports and air defences

The unofficial SHOT Telegram channel said residents reported a series of loud explosions in the city and that air defences were in operation.

Ongoing attacks near the border

Belgorod, about 40 km (25 miles) from the border, has come under frequent attack from Ukrainian forces.

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