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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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80 combat engagements on the front: occupiers made 30 attempts to break through in the Pokrovsk direction

Since the beginning of the day, 80 combat engagements have been recorded on the front, of which 30 attempts by the occupiers to dislodge Ukrainian defenders took place in the Pokrovsk direction. In total, the enemy launched six air strikes and carried out 110 shellings.

War in Ukraine • September 25, 01:43 PM • 3143 views
Ten civilians, including medics, injured in Kherson region due to Russian shelling - prosecutor's office

In the Kherson region, ten civilians, including medical workers, were injured as a result of Russian shelling on September 24. Residential and social facilities were damaged, and the prosecutor's office launched a pre-trial investigation into war crimes.

War in Ukraine • September 24, 02:54 PM • 4739 views
SBI completed the investigation against the ex-deputy commander of the Black Sea Fleet of the Russian Federation and four ex-Berkut members

The SBI has completed the investigation against the former deputy commander of the Black Sea Fleet of the Russian Federation and four former employees of the Sevastopol "Berkut". They are accused of cruel treatment of prisoners of war, high treason, and attempts to change the state border of Ukraine.

Crimes and emergencies • September 24, 01:59 PM • 2698 views
Adjusted Russian strikes on southern Ukraine: FSB agent medic detained in Kherson

The SBU detained a 26-year-old nurse from a Kherson city hospital who was adjusting Russian air attacks on the regional center. He transmitted the coordinates of Ukrainian military facilities to the FSB, filming them on his phone during trips.

Crimes and emergencies • September 24, 07:08 AM • 3565 views
Kherson covered in smoke: the probable cause of the smoke was named

On September 22, at 09:00, smoke was observed in Kherson. SES specialists did not find any sources of ignition in the city and suburbs; the probable cause is the burning of reeds on the left bank of the Dnipro.

Society • September 22, 08:10 AM • 3675 views
Specialized prosecutors exposed 46 individuals in mobilization fraud schemes totaling 8 million hryvnias

Ukrainian prosecutors have exposed 46 individuals in mobilization-related crimes over the past two weeks. The total amount of bribes reached almost 8 million hryvnias.

Crimes and emergencies • September 22, 07:53 AM • 6088 views
Occupiers destroyed an administrative building in Kherson region - MVAPhoto

Russian troops shelled Sadove, destroying an administrative building. Firefighters extinguished the fire, no one was injured.

War in Ukraine • September 21, 08:01 PM • 3703 views
Power outages in Kherson

The head of the Military Administration, Shanko, reported partial power outages in Kherson. The causes of the incident are currently being investigated.

Society • September 20, 07:27 AM • 4043 views
Curator of the "Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Russian Federation" in Kherson received a life sentence in absentia - SBU

A Ukrainian court sentenced FSB officer Serhiy Sinitsyn, known as "Sabir," to life imprisonment in absentia. He coordinated the work of the occupation "Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Russian Federation" in Kherson, organized repressions and torture.

War in Ukraine • September 18, 02:19 PM • 3336 views
The light of "Pharmacies" in the darkness of war: stories of pharmacists who hold their own frontPhoto

Ukrainian pharmacists, despite shelling and danger, continued to work, turning pharmacies into shelters and aid stations. They provided medicines, supported people, and saved lives in the most difficult conditions.

Society • September 18, 08:58 AM • 63091 views
Night shelling of Poltava region caused delays in passenger trains: UZ named the routes

Due to the night shelling of Poltava region and power outages in several sections, passenger train traffic was delayed. The damage has now been localized, power has been supplied, and trains will move on their own.

Society • September 18, 04:20 AM • 7217 views
Due to the morning attack on the railway, dozens of trains are delayed for a period ranging from several minutes to several hours.

As a result of the Russian strike on railway infrastructure, a number of Ukrzaliznytsia passenger services are delayed. Some trains are delayed by more than eight hours.

Society • September 17, 02:56 PM • 7391 views
Commanded the dispersal of protests at the beginning of the temporary occupation of Kherson: Russian general received 15 years in prison in absentia

Colonel General of the Russian Guard Vladimir Spiridonov was sentenced in absentia to 15 years in prison. He commanded the dispersal of peaceful protests and repressions against members of the resistance movement in occupied Kherson.

War in Ukraine • September 17, 01:18 PM • 2922 views
Due to the Russian attack on the railway, there are still delays and changes in train traffic: what travelers need to know

As a result of Russia's night attack on the railway infrastructure, power supply to the network is being restored. A number of trains are running with delays, routes have been changed to minimize waiting times.

Society • September 17, 10:19 AM • 8538 views
Zelenskyy: Russia will avoid real diplomacy and ending the war until it feels truly heavy lossesVideo

President Zelenskyy stated that Russia continues to strike Ukrainian cities, including Zaporizhzhia, Kyiv Oblast, Kharkiv, Sumy Oblast, Donetsk Oblast, and Kherson. He emphasized that the only reason Russia can afford to do this is because it does not feel sufficiently heavy losses.

War in Ukraine • September 16, 01:25 PM • 2821 views
Russia was betting on a fuel crisis in Ukraine, but now it has a gasoline shortage - Zelenskyy

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Russia was counting on a fuel crisis in Ukraine, but now it has faced a gasoline shortage itself. The head of state also noted Ukraine's resilience in providing fuel despite Russian strikes and honored the memory of fallen oil and gas industry workers, presenting awards to their families and other employees.

Economy • September 15, 04:49 PM • 3503 views
183 combat engagements recorded in 24 hours, enemy dropped 140 guided bombs - General StaffPhoto

Over the past day, 183 combat engagements were recorded, the enemy launched 3 missile and 81 air strikes, used six missiles and dropped 140 guided bombs. The enemy carried out 5206 shellings, involving 6070 kamikaze drones.

War in Ukraine • September 13, 05:32 AM • 5197 views
Autumn comes into its own: weather forecast for September 11Photo

On September 11, rain, thunderstorms, and a cold snap down to +23°C are expected in western Ukraine. In other regions of the country, warm weather up to +26°C without precipitation will persist.

Weather and environment • September 11, 03:28 AM • 10672 views
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Should you buy an apartment in autumn: expert spoke about prices and risks in the real estate marketPhoto

The expert spoke about the current state of the real estate market in Ukraine. The most affordable apartments are now in large cities of the East and Center, Lviv remains the most expensive.

Economy • September 9, 07:01 AM • 73149 views
Former head of Henichesk District Court sentenced to life for treason

The Kherson City Court заочно (in absentia) found the former head of the Henichesk District Court guilty of treason and collaboration. She was sentenced to life imprisonment with confiscation of property.

Crimes and emergencies • September 8, 11:40 PM • 5674 views
Russia shelled Kherson: local resident injured

On the morning of September 8, 2025, the Russian army attacked the Dniprovskyi district of Kherson with drones. A 30-year-old man sustained an explosive injury and concussion and was taken to the hospital.

War in Ukraine • September 8, 04:07 AM • 3587 views
In Kherson, a teenager was blown up by a Russian mine

In the Dnipro district of Kherson, a 13-year-old boy rode his bicycle over an anti-personnel mine, sustaining a traumatic brain injury, concussion, and shrapnel wounds. He is currently in the hospital in a moderately severe condition.

Society • September 5, 05:24 PM • 6288 views
“Million Undercover”: EKO MARKET continues national campaign with guaranteed giftsPhoto

The EKO MARKET supermarket chain is extending the "Million Undercover" campaign until September 30. Shoppers receive scratch cards with guaranteed gifts for purchases of 300 hryvnias or more.

Business News • September 5, 06:00 AM • 13150 views
Torture and robbery are not war, they are looting: Kravchenko announced the exposure of crimes committed by the commander of the Akhmat platoon in Kherson regionVideo

Prosecutors of the Kherson Regional Prosecutor's Office заочно (in absentia) informed the platoon commander of the Rosgvardia special unit "Akhmat" about the suspicion. He is accused of torturing civilians and looting property during the occupation of Kherson region.

War in Ukraine • September 4, 04:08 PM • 3520 views
Over 1 million killed and only 1% of territory captured: Ukrainian Foreign Ministry reveals the real state of affairs for Russians at the front

The spokesman for the agency stated that Russia is not winning, and Ukraine is not losing. He cited data on Russia's losses and the aggressor's insignificant territorial gains.

Society • September 4, 05:52 AM • 5767 views
Russian shelling in Kirovohrad region: trains delayed up to 7 hours

Due to an enemy attack on railway infrastructure in Kirovohrad region, trains are running on bypass routes. This causes delays of up to seven hours; "Ukrzaliznytsia" is working to reduce the delay time.

Society • September 3, 06:26 AM • 5356 views
Andrii Matyukha and Favbet Foundation join the wave of humanitarian aid to UkrainePhoto

The Croatian organization Dobro Dobrim and partners, with the assistance of Favbet Foundation, carried out a large-scale humanitarian delivery to Ukraine. The aid included 150 tons of food, hygiene products, and 13 tons of disinfectants for hospitals.

Society • September 1, 04:46 PM • 4426 views
In Kherson region, a man was killed and numerous damages were inflicted as a result of massive shellingPhoto

As a result of massive shelling in Kherson region, a 74-year-old man was killed, and eight more people were injured, including three law enforcement officers. Private houses, a garage, and cars were damaged.

Society • August 31, 11:23 AM • 6955 views
Kherson region received million-dollar generators from the USA for heating and hospitals

Kherson region received three powerful generators from American partners worth about a million dollars. Two of them will provide heating, and one will ensure the uninterrupted operation of a hospital.

Technologies • August 31, 02:01 AM • 12395 views
Zelenskyy: "Russia is now striking everyone in the world who seeks peace. Sanctions, tariffs, and strengthening Ukraine are needed."

President Zelenskyy stated that Russia's night attack on Kyiv is an attack on everyone who seeks peace, including Ukraine, the US, and Europe. He emphasized the need to strengthen sanctions, tariffs, and support for Ukraine to counter the aggression.

War in Ukraine • August 28, 05:43 PM • 3915 views