In a shocking turn of events, schools and colleges in parts of the Russian region of Belgorod will be closed on Monday and Tuesday following increased attacks from Ukraine. Shopping malls in the affected districts will also be closed on Sunday and Monday, as the city of Belgorod itself faces closures. The conflict has brought the war in Ukraine to Russians who have largely been isolated from the violence.
Despite the attacks, voting for a new president in Russia is ongoing, with Vladimir Putin expected to be returned to power. Tragically, two people were killed in early morning attacks, including a truck driver who was hit by a shell. Russia’s Defense Ministry has reported that they repelled attempts by Ukraine fighters to infiltrate Russia and carried out fire attacks on enemy forces.
Adding to the chaos, Ukrainian drones struck three oil refineries in Russia’s Samara region. Local residents in Belgorod have been sharing videos on social media showing explosions, fires, and strikes in the city. Five people have been reported killed and several dozen wounded in the last week alone due to the ongoing attacks and strikes.
The situation is rapidly evolving, with tensions escalating and civilian casualties mounting. The international community is closely watching as the conflict between Russia and Ukraine spills over into new territories. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story as it unfolds.
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