About our Belgorod News
Latest news on Belgorod, a city and the administrative centre of Belgorod Oblast, Russia, located on the Seversky Donets River just 40 kilometres (25 miles) north of the border with Ukraine. The name Belgorod in Russian literally means 'white city', referring to the limestone cliffs which surround the city.
Belgorod is a regional administrative centre with a mix of Soviet-era architecture and modern developments. The city is home to cultural institutions like the Belgorod State Academic Drama Theatre and several museums that highlight the city's historic identity.
Belgorod has gained attention in recent years, due to its proximity to the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. The city has experienced occasional cross-border shelling and heightened military activity, making it a focal point in regional security concerns.