Russian anti-aircraft defense systems were activated over Belgorod, resulting in at least 16 explosions heard by residents.
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Russian anti-aircraft defense systems were activated over Belgorod, resulting in 16 explosions.
Sixteen explosions were heard in Belgorod, Russia.
Vyacheslav Gladkov blamed Ukraine for the attack and an ammunition warehouse blowup.
Two people were injured by the attack.
New explosions were heard in Belgorod due to the operation of Russian air defense systems, with witnesses reporting strikes near the airport.
A local anti-aircraft missile complex was allegedly hit during the incident.
At least 16 explosions rang out over Belgorod.
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Extracted: 2026-07-18T17:01:49.023Z
Source story: 7372165