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Air defense activated over Belgorod

Russian air defense systems were activated over Belgorod, with residents reporting two loud explosions heard over the city.

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Belgorod, Russia
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Tuesday, 21 April 2026 at 19:50 UTC
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Russian air defense systems were activated over the city of Belgorod, with local residents reporting two loud explosions heard overhead. The incident suggests an attempted aerial attack or drone incursion into Russian territory near the Ukrainian border. No immediate information was provided on casualties or damage on the ground. Authorities have not yet released an official statement on the nature of the intercepted targets.
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