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Kherson

Port city on the Dnipro
Kherson is the administrative center of the Kherson Oblast, located on the right bank of the Dnipro River. The city's area is 135.7 km². As of March 1, 2015, the population of Kherson was 296,161 people. Kherson was founded in 1778 as a fortress and port, playing a key role in the development of shipbuilding and trade in the Black Sea region. The city is known as the country's “fruit basket” due to significant agricultural production. From early March 2022, the city was under temporary Russian occupation, but on November 11, 2022, during a counteroffensive, Kherson was liberated by Ukrainian forces.
1778
Founding of the city of Kherson
1803
Kherson received the status of a provincial city, which contributed to its development
1834
Opening of the first higher educational institution, a theological seminary
1873
Launch of railway communication
1918
Founding of Kherson State University
1944
Liberation of the city from Nazi occupation
2022
Liberation of the city from Russian occupation
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In Kherson suburb enemy attacks woman with drone, two more wounded due to explosive detonation near bus stop

Russian forces dropped explosives from a drone on Antonivka, injuring an 80-year-old woman. Two other local residents were injured when an explosive device detonated near a bus stop.

War in Ukraine • October 2, 08:19 AM • 14568 views
In Donetsk region, Russians hit an educational institution, houses and damaged 3 infrastructure facilities, 5 residents wounded - RMA

Over the last day, the occupants attacked the settlements of Donetsk region 13 times. An educational institution, houses and 3 infrastructure facilities were damaged, and 5 civilians were wounded.

Society • October 2, 08:16 AM • 20263 views
russian troops strike in Kherson region: there are dead and wounded

Enemy forces shelled several settlements in the Kherson region. An educational institution, a pharmacy, a church, residential buildings and infrastructure were damaged, killing 6 people and injuring 11.

Society • October 2, 05:00 AM • 43492 views
After shelling in Mykolaiv region, Dolynska - Mykolaiv stretch resumes operation - Ukrzaliznytsia

“Ukrzaliznytsia has announced the resumption of train traffic on the Dolynska - Mykolaiv line. The traffic was blocked due to enemy shelling, but the next train will arrive in Mykolaiv and Kherson.

Society • October 1, 06:10 PM • 31764 views
Memorial sculpture “Heavenly Watch” unveiled in Kyiv's Heroes of the Border Guard Park

The Heavenly Watch memorial sculpture in honor of the fallen Heroes of the 10th Mobile Border Guard Detachment was unveiled in the Darnytsia district of Kyiv. The memorial was created in the new Heroes of the Border Guard Park with the support of patrons.

Society • October 1, 03:45 PM • 19130 views
Morning strike in Kherson: authorities declare a day of mourning for the dead

A Russian attack on a market in Kherson killed 6 people and injured more than 10. The head of the Kherson RMA, Oleksandr Prokudin, declared October 2 a day of mourning in the region.

Society • October 1, 02:58 PM • 16288 views
Russian attack on Kherson city center: patrol police show video after the attack

Russians attacked the center of Kherson during a nationwide minute of silence. Patrol policemen helped the wounded and evacuated citizens.

War in Ukraine • October 1, 01:38 PM • 14356 views
Explosions heard in Kherson again - media

Explosions were heard in Kherson again. The city and regional authorities have not yet commented on these events.

War in Ukraine • October 1, 12:22 PM • 14225 views
“Pressure on the aggressor, assistance to Ukraine must be constant”: Zelensky shows the consequences of Russia's attack on the center of Kherson

Russian shelling of Kherson city center kills 6 people and injures 6 more at a bus stop near the market. Zelensky calls for increased pressure on the aggressor and support for Ukraine to achieve peace.

War in Ukraine • October 1, 08:53 AM • 66932 views
Enemy attack on the market in Kherson: six wounded have been reported

An artillery strike on a market in the center of Kherson killed 6 people and wounded 6 others. The attack took place around 9 am.

War in Ukraine • October 1, 07:59 AM • 7072 views
Russian attack on Kherson city center: Russians hit a bus stop, 6 dead reported

Russians attacked the center of Kherson with artillery at around 9 am. The attack killed 6 civilians at a public transportation stop and wounded another woman.

War in Ukraine • October 1, 07:28 AM • 37241 views
Russian troops attack a market in the center of Kherson: RMA reports 5 dead and three wounded

Russian occupants attacked the market in the center of Kherson, where people were trading in the morning. Preliminarily, five people were killed and three wounded. The injured were taken to the hospital.

War in Ukraine • October 1, 06:59 AM • 13558 views
Russians attacked the center of Kherson in the morning: there are dead and wounded

The occupants struck at the central part of Kherson in the morning. There are reports of dead and wounded, the exact information is being clarified.

War in Ukraine • October 1, 06:41 AM • 13341 views
17 wounded in Kherson region due to Russian attacks, enemy hits critical infrastructure

Occupants shelled 24 settlements in Kherson region, launching rocket attacks on Beryslav district. Critical infrastructure, educational institutions and residential areas were damaged, and 17 people were injured.

War in Ukraine • October 1, 05:55 AM • 15247 views
29 out of 32 enemy-launched “Shaheeds” shot down over Ukraine at night

The Ukrainian Air Force reported shooting down 29 of 32 Russian Shahed attack drones over Ukraine at night. The attack was carried out from the territory of Russia and occupied Crimea, and countermeasures were taken in seven regions of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • October 1, 05:53 AM • 16517 views
In Kherson region, summonses have been sent through Ukrposhta

In Kherson region, Ukrposhta has started sending out summonses to conscripts and persons liable for military service. Summonses are generated using the Unified State Register and contain a QR code, and failure to appear leads to administrative liability.

Society • September 30, 09:52 PM • 16450 views
“We will never accept it": G7 reaffirms it will never recognize Russia's annexation of part of Ukraine

On the anniversary of the illegal “referendums,” G7 ministers reaffirmed their non-recognition of Russia's annexation of Ukrainian regions. They called on Russia to withdraw its troops and promised to continue supporting Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • September 30, 06:04 PM • 47774 views
Russians attack Kherson suburbs: three wounded

Russian troops shelled Antonivka near Kherson. Three civilians were injured in the attack - two women and a man, who sustained blast injuries and shrapnel wounds.

War in Ukraine • September 30, 01:00 PM • 14386 views
Springboard for adaptation: where in Ukraine local authorities are actively helping IDPs living in modular towns

Where in Ukraine do local authorities actively help IDPs living in modular towns.

Society • September 30, 12:57 PM • 152127 views
An employee of the TCC, who worked for the Russians during the occupation of Kherson region, was detained in Odesa

The SBI exposed a former inspector of the Dariia colony who collaborated with the occupiers in Kherson region. After the de-occupation, he served in the TCC in Odesa region, where he served summonses, hiding his past.

War in Ukraine • September 30, 11:55 AM • 16905 views
Power outages in Kherson due to enemy shelling

Kherson is experiencing power outages due to enemy shelling. Emergency works are complicated by the high activity of Russian drones, and part of the city remains without electricity.

Society • September 30, 08:59 AM • 56461 views
In Kherson 3 injured due to Russian drone attacks in the morning, 3 more wounded in the region

Russian troops attacked Kherson and the region, including with drones. At least 6 people were injured in the strikes today, sustaining explosive injuries and shrapnel wounds. The injured are being provided with medical aid.

War in Ukraine • September 30, 08:51 AM • 17807 views
In Kherson region enemy attacked critical infrastructure and buildings, leaving one dead and 12 wounded

Occupants shelled 17 settlements in Kherson region, damaging critical infrastructure and residential buildings. As a result of the attacks, 1 person died and 12 were injured.

War in Ukraine • September 30, 07:45 AM • 21933 views
Russians open fire on Beryslav in Kherson region: two elderly people are wounded

A 70-year-old man and a 60-year-old woman were wounded in the shelling of Beryslav in Kherson region. Russian troops shelled 22 localities in the region over the past day, killing 4 people and wounding 10.

Society • September 29, 09:22 AM • 20820 views
In Kherson region, Russians hit a cultural institution: 4 people killed, 10 wounded in 24 hours

Russian troops attacked Kherson region, hitting a cultural institution and residential areas. Four people were killed, 10 were wounded, and a high-rise building, 30 private houses, and other objects were damaged.

War in Ukraine • September 29, 06:29 AM • 16903 views
Russians strike at Kherson suburb: six wounded

Six people were injured in a Russian drone attack in the suburbs of Kherson. Among the wounded are four women and a man, two in serious condition, all are receiving the necessary medical care.

War in Ukraine • September 28, 10:03 AM • 18559 views
Two elderly people died due to morning strikes of the Russian army in Kherson region

Russian occupants shelled Novodmitrivka in Kherson region, killing two elderly people. A 68-year-old woman was freed from the rubble in Dudchany as a result of an air strike.

War in Ukraine • September 28, 08:06 AM • 18813 views
In Kherson region, Russians hit an administrative building and educational institutions: 19 wounded in one day, including two children

In Kherson region, Russian troops shelled 22 settlements, hitting administrative buildings and educational institutions. As a result of the attacks, 19 people were injured, including two children.

War in Ukraine • September 28, 06:42 AM • 15695 views
Ukrainian air defense destroyed 69 UAVs and 2 missiles overnight

On the night of September 28, 2024, Ukraine's air defense repelled a large-scale attack. 69 Shahed attack UAVs and 2 X-59/69 guided missiles were destroyed, and 13 regions of Ukraine were attacked.

War in Ukraine • September 28, 05:42 AM • 32372 views
Another 10 Ukrainian children returned home - OP

10 children aged 13-17 were returned to Ukraine as part of the Bring Kids Back UA initiative. Among them are two children from the Oleshky orphanage who were deported by the occupiers.

Society • September 27, 04:10 PM • 19989 views