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Threat of Drone Assaults Alerted in Mordovia

Unmissed Warning: Danger Mode Activated in Mordovia, Announced via Telegram by the Regional Administration. Multiple Drone Threat Notices have been dispatched in the area over the past month, the most recent one being...

Drone assaults pose a risk in Mordovia, authorities warn.
Drone assaults pose a risk in Mordovia, authorities warn.

Threat of Drone Assaults Alerted in Mordovia

In a series of events that unfolded in June, the Mordovia republic found itself in an unusual situation when a Ukrainian drone was shot down over its territory. The incident, which caused damage to residential buildings, was reported by the head of Mordovia, Artem Zdunov, according to a report published by rbc.group.

The air defense forces were responsible for bringing down the unmanned aerial vehicle, but the cause of the drone's intrusion remained unclear. No casualties were reported in the incident, but shattered windows in two residential buildings were the unfortunate result.

In response to this incident, the region experienced several drone threat alerts in August. The alert was declared on the Telegram channel of the Mordovia republic's administration, and it was active from around 3 PM to 9 AM (Moscow time). However, the details about the specific measures taken after the June incident or during the August alert were not provided in the report.

Interestingly, it was the Governor of Belgorod Oblast who reported the shooting down of another Ukrainian drone in Mordovia on August 23. Yet, no specific cause for the alert was mentioned in either the June incident report or the August alert declaration.

Authorities last reported the implementation of measures on August 23, but no details about these measures were available. Despite the lack of information, the Mordovia republic took the necessary precautions to ensure the safety of its citizens.

As the situation continues to evolve, it is essential to stay informed and vigilant. The Mordovia republic, along with other regions, remains on high alert, ready to respond to any future drone incidents.

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