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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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Enemy tried to break through Ukrainian troops' defense near Kupiansk with the help of aviation - General Staff

The General Staff of Ukraine reports that the ongoing russian aggression has resulted in 54 battles, missile and air strikes, and civilian casualties; Ukrainian troops have repelled numerous enemy attacks and continue to hold defensive positions.

War in Ukraine • December 17, 05:43 PM • 115512 views
Civilian killed by Russian drone strike in Odesa region

One person was killed in Odesa region when a drone shot down by Ukrainian air defense crashed into a house, causing a large fire. Ukrainian forces shot down 16 drones overnight, and the incident caused additional damage to nearby properties.

War in Ukraine • December 17, 06:01 AM • 40191 views
Wreckage of downed "Shahed" aircraft damages administrative building and hospital in Kherson region

Ukrainian air defense destroyed 12 Russian-launched Shahid drones, the wreckage of which damaged a building and a hospital in Kherson, with no casualties.

War in Ukraine • December 16, 06:25 AM • 34349 views
Klitschko: Two more groups of UAVs from Chernihiv region are heading to Kyiv

Kyiv faces a constant threat from drones as two more groups of UAVs are on their way from Chernihiv region, Mayor Klitschko says amid explosions across the city.

War in Ukraine • December 15, 11:07 PM • 99152 views
Russians fired 673 shells in Kherson region: a grain terminal was hit, one person was injured

During the day, Russian troops attacked Kherson region 102 times, killing one person and wounding two others, and striking residential areas and infrastructure.

War in Ukraine • December 15, 06:15 AM • 32986 views
Russian "Shahed" shot down: border guards show night air defense work in Mykolaiv region

Ukrainian border guards shot down several Russian drones over Mykolaiv region, and Kyiv's air defense destroyed eight targets during a missile attack.

War in Ukraine • December 11, 12:05 PM • 101438 views
60 combat engagements took place in the frontline over the last day - General Staff

Ukrainian troops repelled more than 60 enemy attacks in various directions, held their positions and inflicted losses in equipment and manpower on Russian-terrorist forces. The General Staff reported successful strikes on two enemy directions, which led to the disorganization of their forces and means.

War in Ukraine • December 10, 06:31 AM • 46125 views
In Kherson region, 1 person was killed and 4 others were wounded by Russian shelling over the day

As a result of Russian shelling in Kherson region, one person was killed and four were injured, and 264 shells were fired at civilian objects, including an educational institution, during 71 attacks.

War in Ukraine • December 10, 06:03 AM • 40081 views
Russian shelling kills 3 people in Kherson region, wounds 7 others

Russian shelling in Kherson killed 3 people and wounded 7. A total of 510 shells were fired, hitting residential, medical and humanitarian facilities.

War in Ukraine • December 6, 06:05 AM • 35072 views
How many museums and theaters have suffered losses due to Russia's invasion - the Ministry of Culture's response

As of November 25, 2023, 1750 cultural facilities were damaged in Ukraine, with clubs, libraries and art institutions suffering the most, especially in Donetsk and Kharkiv regions.

War in Ukraine • December 5, 02:47 PM • 36379 views
Kherson city center under enemy attack - RMA

Russian troops shell the center of Kherson.

War in Ukraine • December 5, 07:09 AM • 32275 views
Zelensky on Kherson: Defense Forces are implementing a plan to deny the enemy the opportunity and desire to terrorize the city

Kherson is recovering from another shelling, emergency services are helping the victims, and the Ukrainian Defense Forces are implementing a plan to deny the enemy the opportunity and desire to terrorize the city.

War in Ukraine • December 4, 01:54 PM • 33505 views
Zelensky: Ukraine received scarce missiles for air defense systems and new anti-aircraft systems

President Zelenskiy indicated that Ukraine has received missiles for its current air defense and new anti-aircraft systems from partners; domestic production has increased.

War in Ukraine • December 4, 01:39 PM • 33833 views
Ukrenergo: the situation in the power system is complicated, there may be a shortage of power amid cold snaps and unit failures

Ukraine is facing a difficult situation in the power system, there is no shortage at the moment, but cold weather and high level of outages may cause problems in the future; Ukrenergo calls for economical use of electricity.

War in Ukraine • December 4, 10:59 AM • 48075 views
Audible sounds of explosions reported in Kryvyi Rih

Explosions were reported in Kryvyi Rih, Dnipropetrovs'k region, without official confirmation; the Air Force warned of a potential ballistic threat in the region.

War in Ukraine • December 4, 10:39 AM • 37771 views
In Kherson region, Russians killed two people overnight, 8 more wounded

Two people were killed and eight wounded in Kherson region as a result of 117 Russian attacks, including shelling of residential areas and infrastructure.

War in Ukraine • December 4, 06:03 AM • 27240 views
Ukrainian air defense forces destroy 18 enemy drones and an aircraft missile

Ukrainian air defense forces destroyed 18 enemy drones and one X-59 missile during night attacks from Crimea and Kherson region.

War in Ukraine • December 4, 05:26 AM • 26291 views
Russians held a congress of collaborators on the TOT of Kherson region

Russian occupiers held a congress of traitors in Kherson region to simulate local support and consolidate the occupation, reports the National Resistance Headquarters. The Center warns that collaborators will be held accountable.

Politics • December 3, 08:20 PM • 32416 views
Kherson under attack by Russian army, explosions in the center

Russian troops shell Kherson.

War in Ukraine • December 1, 01:00 PM • 31117 views
In Kherson region, a dead man was found at the site of a night "arrival", another person was wounded in his home

A man was killed and an 81-year-old woman was injured as a result of Russian shelling of Tyahynyk.

War in Ukraine • December 1, 12:58 PM • 30499 views
"I like it": Ukrainian Air Force commander shows night combat work against enemy Shahed drones

Commander of the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Mykola Oleshchuk praised the 208th Air Defense Missile Brigade for destroying enemy Shahed drones:.

War in Ukraine • December 1, 08:19 AM • 33330 views
"ATES received new intelligence about the Russian army headquarters in Sevastopol: what is known

ATES reported on intelligence from the headquarters of Russia's 810th Separate Marine Brigade in Sevastopol, Crimea, noting high levels of security and activity, as well as difficulties with troop rotation and internal discontent among personnel.

War in Ukraine • November 30, 04:14 PM • 34958 views
Reforms on Ukraine's path to membership include anti-corruption and minority rights - NATO

NATO provided Ukraine with recommendations for reforms aimed at fighting corruption and strengthening the rule of law and human and minority rights, recognizing Ukraine's achievements and reaffirming support for its path to NATO membership.

Politics • November 29, 12:42 PM • 28393 views
Overnight, Ukrainian air defense destroyed 21 drones and 2 missiles launched by Russia

Overnight, Ukrainian air defense successfully shot down 21 drones and 2 of 3 Russian X-59 missiles targeting Khmelnytsky region.

War in Ukraine • November 29, 05:16 AM • 39305 views
Eight roads are still blocked due to bad weather, more than 400 settlements are without electricity

Due to snowfall, traffic is blocked on eight roads in Kirovograd and Mykolaiv regions of Ukraine, and 411 settlements in 11 regions are without electricity.

Society • November 28, 06:59 AM • 54503 views
Ukrainian General Staff: 84 combat engagements took place over the last day

Ukrainian troops struck at the enemy's command post and concentration, conducting 84 combat engagements, including an offensive in the Melitopol sector. They also held their positions in Kherson and engaged in counter-battery combat.

War in Ukraine • November 28, 05:26 AM • 30357 views
Occupation authorities seek to increase participation of children in brainwashing programs

The occupation authorities are seeking to increase the involvement of children in brainwashing programs in the occupied territories, with 70% of schoolchildren being pushed to participate in competitions and trips glorifying Russia.

Politics • November 24, 03:25 AM • 24160 views
Two children injured in Russian attack on Kherson - OVA

A 15-year-old boy and his 11-year-old sister were injured during the Russian shelling of Kherson. Both were provided with the necessary medical care. The children are under medical supervision.

War in Ukraine • November 23, 04:14 PM • 26673 views
Russians attacked Berislav in Kherson region with a drone: a 70-year-old man was killed

In Beryslav, Kherson region, a 70-year-old cyclist was killed by a Russian drone strike.

War in Ukraine • November 23, 12:04 PM • 19839 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces hold their positions on the left bank of Dnipro river - General Staff

The Ukrainian defense forces repelled attacks in five directions and countered offensive actions along the entire frontline, with 74 combat engagements taking place over the past day. The enemy's attempts to encircle Avdiivka and regain its positions have failed, while Ukrainian troops are conducting counteroffensives in the Donetsk and Zaporizhzhya sectors.

War in Ukraine • November 23, 05:35 AM • 31885 views