The acting governor of Russia's Belgorod region says Ukrainian strikes killed six people, with a 14-year-old child among those injured, according to the BBC.
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Key facts
- Six people were killed in Ukrainian strikes, according to the acting governor of Russia's Belgorod region.
- A 14-year-old child was among four others injured, the acting governor said.
- The report was published by the BBC.
Six people have been killed in Ukrainian strikes on Russia’s Belgorod region, according to the region’s acting governor, as reported by the BBC.
The acting governor said a 14-year-old child was among four others who were injured in the strikes.
The details available from the source are limited, with the account of casualties attributed to the acting governor of the region. Independent verification of such figures is often difficult in areas affected by fighting.
No further information on the timing, location or nature of the strikes was provided in the source.
Why it matters
Cross-border strikes into Russian territory highlight the continued reach of the conflict beyond Ukraine's borders. Reports of casualties, particularly involving a child, underline the human impact of the ongoing war.
Frequently asked questions
How many people were killed in the Belgorod strikes?
According to the acting governor of Russia's Belgorod region, cited by the BBC, six people were killed.
Were any children affected?
Yes. The acting governor said a 14-year-old child was among those injured in the strikes.
How many people were injured?
The acting governor reported that four others were injured in addition to the 14-year-old child.
Timeline
- Ukrainian strikes kill six in Russia, acting governor says
BBC World: A 14-year-old child was among four others injured, the acting governor of Russia's Belgorod region says.