On 30 December, a series of explosions occurred in the Russian city of Belgorod. Local residents report that the centre was shelled by drones, killing two people.
What is happening in Belgorod, Russia
Local social media write about the shelling of the centre and the fall of drone debris. Cars are burning in the city centre, everything is covered in black smoke. Locals post photos and videos of the accident.
In addition to the residential sector, the shelling took place near the Mayak shopping centre, where "New Year's events are traditionally held".
The mayor of Belgorod reports there are two dead children and some injured victims. There is also information about a dead man.
According to preliminary information, there are two dead children and some wounded victims. There were also hits to a residential sector. All the details later, Gladkov writes.
What is known about large-scale drone attack on Russia on December 30
According to representatives of the Ukrainian special services, on the night of 30 December, a large-scale unmanned aerial vehicles attack occurred in Russia.
According to Russian media, most of the explosions were in Bryansk, where a UAV assault group attacked the SILICON EL plant, which is one of the largest manufacturers of electronics for Russian military equipment.
In particular, this plant produces electronics for Russia's long-range precision-guided missiles and Pantsyr anti-aircraft missile systems.
In addition, explosions occurred at a number of military facilities in Belgorod, Tula, Tver and Moscow.
According to the Ministry of Defence of the aggressor country, on the night of 30 December, 32 unmarked drones were spotted over the territory of Russia.
The drones were spotted over the territories of four regions: Bryansk, Orel, Kursk and Moscow.
Traditionally, the Ministry of Defence of the Russia accused Ukraine of these attacks.
