Drones Approach Voronezh Oblast

Governor Alexander Gusev has declared a drone attack threat in Voronezh Oblast, effective from January 20, and urged residents to follow emergency guidelines.
Jan 23, 2026
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The earlier drone threat was lifted after air defense systems intercepted three Ukrainian drones over Voronezh.
Source:
Alexander Oshchepkov / NGS.RU
A drone attack threat has been declared in Voronezh Oblast. Governor Alexander Gusev announced this on his Telegram channel.
The threat is in effect from 21:03 on January 20. The governor assured that air defense forces are ready to repel a possible attack.
«We ask the population to remain calm! If you are indoors: do not go outside, stay away from windows, and if possible, go to a room without windows. If you are outdoors: enter the nearest building, entrance, parking lot, or underpass. If you see a drone — call 112 and immediately leave its line of sight,» the Ministry of Emergency Situations recommends.
The previous threat was canceled at 6:45. According to the governor, air defense forces destroyed three Ukrainian drones over a city in Voronezh. There are no casualties or damage, preliminarily.
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