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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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Energy situation: thousands of subscribers in 7 regions of Ukraine without electricity due to enemy strikes

Due to enemy shelling in Donetsk, Zaporizhzhya, Poltava, Sumy, Kharkiv, Kherson and Chernihiv regions, thousands of subscribers were left without electricity. Power engineers are working to restore electricity.

Society • September 22, 09:08 AM • 23241 views
Help for the military and doctors: 150 humanitarian missions carried out by “Nadiya” Charitable Foundation

The “Nadiya” Charitable Foundation has conducted 150 humanitarian missions to the frontline areas. The Foundation provides the military and medical personnel with modern equipment, including medical equipment and communications.

Business News • September 22, 07:43 AM • 20039 views
russia attacks Kherson suburb with drone: there are victims

russian occupants attacked Kherson with drones in the morning, leaving two men aged 51 and 86 seriously injured.

Society • September 22, 06:38 AM • 31302 views
Occupants strike in Kherson region: 5 wounded, buildings damaged

Enemy troops attacked settlements in the Kherson region, striking at residential areas and infrastructure. As a result of the shelling, 5 people were injured and houses, facilities and cars were damaged.

Society • September 22, 05:31 AM • 21603 views
The Russian Federation says it will not participate in the second “peace summit” proposed by Zelensky

Representatives of the Russian Federation will not participate in the “peace summit” on Ukraine, even if they are invited. Russia is ready to negotiate only with regard to the “situation on the ground” and its interests.

War in Ukraine • September 21, 06:01 PM • 42679 views
Russia's drone attacks in Kherson region continue: three injured in Beryslav and Kherson

Three people were injured in the Dniprovsky district of Kherson and Beryslav as a result of Russian drone attacks. All of the victims sustained blast injuries and wounds of varying severity and were hospitalized.

War in Ukraine • September 21, 10:43 AM • 17519 views
Enemy attack in Kherson region kills 2 and wounds 7

As a result of shelling and air strikes in Kherson region, 2 people were killed and 7 wounded. A multi-storey building, 23 private houses, a bus, agricultural machinery and cars were damaged in numerous settlements of the region.

Society • September 21, 06:00 AM • 19457 views
Russian troops strike in Kherson region: 74-year-old woman killed

Russian troops attacked the village of Stanislav in the Bilozerska community in Kherson region. The shelling killed a 74-year-old local resident.

Society • September 20, 04:34 PM • 17985 views
Prokudin: More than 30 thousand objects suffered from shelling in Kherson region

The head of Kherson RMA reported large-scale destruction in the region. More than 27,000 residential buildings have been damaged, and about UAH 1.72 billion in compensation has been allocated under the eRestoration program.

Society • September 20, 03:06 PM • 16924 views
Russians shoot stray dogs in the occupied Kherson region - Resistance

In the temporarily occupied territories of the Kherson region, Russians are shooting stray dogs under the pretext of “preventing rabies. ” The Center for National Resistance calls for reporting enemy positions to speed up the liberation of the region.

War in Ukraine • September 20, 01:09 PM • 14439 views
Russian attack on Kherson claimed the life of a 27-year-old man

Russian troops shelled Kherson, killing a 27-year-old local resident. The man sustained injuries incompatible with life while on the street during the attack.

War in Ukraine • September 20, 09:57 AM • 11922 views
Russian drone attacks car in Kherson: one wounded

In Kherson, the Russian military dropped explosives from a drone on a car. A 60-year-old man received multiple injuries and was taken to the hospital in moderate condition.

War in Ukraine • September 20, 08:26 AM • 13260 views
Russian army shells two villages in Kherson region at night and in the morning: one injured and one damaged

At night, Russian troops shelled the village of Blahovishchenske, wounding a 35-year-old man. In the morning, Tomina Balka was attacked, damaging at least three residential buildings.

War in Ukraine • September 20, 07:43 AM • 12997 views
russian troops attack Kherson region: 5 wounded and significant destruction

Enemy troops shelled numerous localities in Kherson region. Five multi-storey buildings and 14 private houses were damaged, infrastructure facilities were damaged, and 5 civilians were injured.

Society • September 20, 05:02 AM • 17740 views
Occupants intensify inspections in the occupied territories of Ukraine - Resistance

Russia is conducting a new wave of filtration measures in the temporarily occupied territories. In Crimea, entire districts are being blocked, and in Kherson region, checks of civilians, especially those who have refused Russian passports, have been intensified.

War in Ukraine • September 20, 03:52 AM • 19533 views
Explosions occurred in Kherson

Explosions were reported in Kherson. The Ukrainian Air Force warned of the possible use of ballistic weapons from the east.

Society • September 19, 07:03 PM • 40588 views
The number of injured in Russian drone attack in Kherson has increased

In Kherson, a 58-year-old woman was injured by a Russian drone strike, sustaining blast trauma and a jaw injury. Earlier, a medical worker was reported injured in the same attack.

War in Ukraine • September 19, 02:40 PM • 16736 views
Russian army strikes Kherson with a drone: medical worker wounded

A 39-year-old medical worker was wounded in Kherson as a result of a Russian drone attack. The man received a shrapnel wound to the chest and is in serious condition in the hospital.

War in Ukraine • September 19, 02:04 PM • 16388 views
Russians are moving equipment to Kursk region - partisans

The ATESh guerrilla movement reported the movement of weapons and equipment of the 810th Marine Brigade of the Russian Federation to the Kursk region. This may indicate a shortage of weapons in the Kursk sector.

War in Ukraine • September 19, 01:26 PM • 14819 views
Occupants in Crimea are testing locals for “disloyalty” under the guise of military exercises - National Resistance Center

A new wave of filtration measures has begun in Crimea under the guise of the “Bars-Crimea” military exercises. The occupiers are tightening control over civilians planning to leave the occupied territories of Kherson region.

Society • September 19, 12:53 PM • 15911 views
UN: power cuts of up to 18 hours a day are expected in Ukraine in winter

Due to the damage to the energy infrastructure, power outages of up to 18 hours a day are possible in Ukraine in winter. Some areas may be left without heating.

Society • September 19, 08:37 AM • 17958 views
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They came and asked for help with work - how the authorities in Kyiv region help IDPs with employment

The Brovary community in Kyiv region actively promotes the employment of internally displaced persons. Local authorities provide assistance with job search, housing and adaptation of displaced children in schools and kindergartens.

Society • September 19, 08:28 AM • 118818 views
6 wounded in Kherson region due to Russian attacks over 24 hours

Occupants shelled 11 settlements in Kherson region. Residential buildings, a milk tank, a car shop and a company car were damaged. Six people were wounded as a result of the attacks.

War in Ukraine • September 19, 06:05 AM • 14965 views
All 42 “Shaheds” and an X-59 missile launched by the enemy over Ukraine were shot down at night

On the night of September 19, Ukraine's air defense repelled a large-scale attack. All 42 launched Shahed drones and an X-59/69 guided missile were shot down. The enemy also launched S-300/S-400 missiles at Kharkiv region.

War in Ukraine • September 19, 05:31 AM • 21642 views
Russians dropped explosives from a drone on the car of Kherson MBA

In Kherson, the occupiers dropped explosives from a drone, damaging a car of the city military administration. The incident occurred at around 17:00 in the Dniprovsky district, and no one was injured.

War in Ukraine • September 18, 02:54 PM • 18598 views
Russians attack Kherson, two wounded

Russian strikes on Kherson resulted in two civilians being injured. A 45-year-old woman was hit by shelling near a store, and a 58-year-old man was injured by explosives dropped from a drone.

War in Ukraine • September 18, 01:40 PM • 14325 views
KOZAK SYSTEM will give a big solo concert in Kyiv: details

On November 9, the Palace of Sports will host a concert by KOZAK SYSTEM under the slogan “Together to Victory”. The event emphasizes the importance of unity between the home front and the rear, as well as support for Ukrainian defenders.

Culture • September 18, 12:30 PM • 16043 views
Air Force: Russia attacked with 52 drones and three missiles at night, 46 UAVs shot down, missiles did not reach their targets

On the night of September 18, Russia attacked Ukraine with 52 drones and 3 missiles. Ukrainian defense forces shot down 46 UAVs, 5 were lost to electronic warfare, and 1 returned to Russia. The missiles did not reach their targets.

War in Ukraine • September 18, 06:54 AM • 18298 views
State Department shares U.S. Ambassador's opinion of the UN on the effectiveness of Ukraine's victory plan

The U. S. State Department has reviewed the plan for Ukraine's victory presented by Zelenskyy and considers it effective. The United States will continue to provide Ukraine with the necessary assistance and is confident in its victory.

War in Ukraine • September 18, 05:50 AM • 45672 views
One killed and 4 wounded in Kherson region due to Russian attacks in 24 hours

The occupiers shelled 16 settlements in Kherson region, damaging residential buildings and infrastructure. The enemy attacks killed 1 person and injured 4 others.

War in Ukraine • September 18, 05:38 AM • 18741 views