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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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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 • 14830 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 • 15923 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 • 17990 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 • 118873 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 • 14980 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 • 21647 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 • 18613 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 • 16087 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 • 18303 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 • 45690 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 • 18754 views
Russia attacks Kherson with a drone: 63-year-old man killed

In the Dniprovsky district of Kherson, Russian troops attacked a 63-year-old man with a drone. The victim died in hospital from his injuries.

Society • September 17, 05:16 PM • 17480 views
Kherson was attacked by Russia in the morning: a woman was injured in a store

A 36-year-old resident of Kherson sustained light injuries as a result of Russian shelling of the city. The woman was in a store at the time of the attack, she was provided with medical care and released for outpatient treatment.

War in Ukraine • August 19, 10:47 AM • 30479 views
Ex-head of Kherson RMA Department suspected of embezzlement of UAH 18.7 million in procurement for the Armed Forces

The former director of the Kherson RMA Department is suspected of negligence. He accepted winter uniforms for the Armed Forces of Ukraine without quality certificates that did not meet the requirements, causing losses of UAH 18.7 million.

War in Ukraine • August 19, 10:24 AM • 24843 views
Today's blackout schedules will be in effect from 17:00 to 21:00, electricity exports from 5 countries are planned

Due to the heat wave, electricity consumption in Ukraine will increase, causing a shortage. Scheduled blackouts will take place from 17:00 to 21:00. Electricity is expected to be imported from 5 countries, 498 settlements are without power.

Society • August 19, 08:01 AM • 41057 views
Russians attacked a car with a drone in Kherson region: 5 wounded

In Kherson region, Russian occupants attacked a civilian car with a drone, injuring 5 people. The prosecutor's office opened an investigation into the violation of the laws and customs of war.

Society • August 18, 04:59 PM • 69378 views
The occupiers are intensifying militarization in schools and want to actively involve "Cossacks" in the educational process

The militarization of education in the occupied territories of Ukraine is planned to increase through the involvement of "Cossacks". They will teach children military affairs and propaganda subjects.

War in Ukraine • August 18, 11:04 AM • 42125 views
Situation on Kinburn Spit remains difficult - Navy spokesman

Russians continue to use the Kinburn Spit to shell the southern regions of Ukraine. This is blocking mine countermeasures in the area and the exit of 60 ships from Mykolaiv port.

War in Ukraine • August 17, 02:28 PM • 36743 views
Heat up to 36° and rains in some places: weather forecast for August 18

Hot weather is expected in Ukraine on August 18, with temperatures reaching 35-36° in the south. In some places, there may be short-term rains and thunderstorms, especially in the western and central regions.

Society • August 17, 01:36 PM • 46976 views
Enemy shells Kherson region: a child is among the victims

Over the past day, the occupiers attacked critical infrastructure, educational institutions and residential buildings in Kherson region. Six people, including one child, were injured in the shelling.

War in Ukraine • August 17, 07:24 AM • 27653 views
Occupants drop explosives on civilian in Beryslav: man hospitalized

A 58-year-old man was injured by explosives dropped from a Russian drone in Beryslav. The victim was hospitalized with multiple injuries, including shrapnel wounds and a head injury.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 07:04 PM • 43653 views
Cherkasy region exposes UOC-MP rector who justified Russian war in Ukraine

In Cherkasy region, the SBU exposed the rector of a UOC-MP church who justified Russia's war against Ukraine. The clergyman distributed videos calling for not resisting aggression and discrediting the country's leadership.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 04:09 PM • 38510 views
Russians attacked Dniprovsky district of Kherson, two people were injured

Occupants attacked Dniprovsky district of Kherson from the left bank. As a result of the attack on a residential building, a man of 57 and a woman of 53 suffered explosive and craniocerebral injuries.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 04:02 PM • 22840 views
Russians destroyed unique “green school” in Kherson region: rescuers were attacked again by Russia

Russian invaders attacked the unique “green school” in Antonivka twice, causing irreparable damage. While extinguishing the fire, the rescuers came under repeated fire, and a fire truck was damaged.

Society • August 16, 11:54 AM • 22023 views
Hostile shelling in Kherson region: three more victims, including a child, reported

Three people were injured in the Kherson region as a result of Russian shelling: An 80-year-old woman, a 65-year-old resident and a 10-year-old boy. The victims sustained blast injuries and concussions and are being treated.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 09:50 AM • 30057 views
Explosions were heard again in Sumy and Dnipro amid ballistic threat

Explosions were reported in Sumy and Dnipro. An air alert was declared in Kyiv and a number of regions due to the threat of ballistic missile attacks, as warned by the Ukrainian Air Force.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 09:11 AM • 34529 views
Ukrainian Defense Forces destroy Grad rocket launcher on the left bank of Kherson region - Likhova

Ukrainian forces destroyed a Grad multiple rocket launcher near the village of Radensk in the occupied part of Kherson region. Two-thirds of all assaults recorded by the Ukrainian military take place on the left bank of the Dnipro River.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 07:29 AM • 29375 views
SBU neutralizes FSB agent network in Kherson

The SBU detained three FSB agents in Kherson who were collecting intelligence on the Defense Forces. The criminals planned to attract more “like-minded people” through the Telegram channel for espionage.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 07:13 AM • 28699 views
In Kherson region enemy hit the infrastructure and humanitarian headquarters, one killed and 5 wounded

Occupants shelled 25 settlements in Kherson region. Critical infrastructure, residential buildings and private cars were damaged. As a result of the attacks, 1 person was killed and 5 were wounded, including a child.

War in Ukraine • August 16, 05:28 AM • 19843 views