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Alexander Beglov
Governor of St Petersburg.
Alexander Beglov is governor of St Petersburg in 2026. His official channel publishes statements on the city’s administration and emergency response.
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Key Question
What damage has Beglov acknowledged after strikes on St Petersburg?
Timeline for Alexander Beglov
#30 18 Oct
Reported fires at the oil terminal and depot, one dead and five injured
Russia-Ukraine War 2026: Ukraine hits a St Petersburg data centreBackground
Alexander Beglov is the governor of St Petersburg. His official channel publishes statements about the city’s administration and emergency response.
Common Questions
Who is Alexander Beglov?
Alexander Beglov is the governor of St Petersburg. His official channel publishes statements on the city's administration and emergency response.Source: Governor of St Petersburg
What did Beglov report after the October drone attacks?
Beglov reported fires at the Petersburg Oil Terminal and Ruchyi depot, with one person killed and five injured.Source: Governor of St Petersburg, as cited by Lowdown
How does Beglov's role differ from Drozdenko's?
Beglov governs St Petersburg. Alexander Drozdenko governs the separate Leningrad Oblast; reports from the two officials refer to different jurisdictions.Source: Official channels of both governors
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