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world19 days ago•6 min saved

Ukraine decries Russian 'drone hunt' of civilian in Kherson market

Ukraine's Zelenskyy condemned a Russian drone attack on a Kherson market after video shows a drone stalking a 52-year-old vendor before detonating near him; the vendor survived. Kyiv says the incident is part of a broader pattern of 'human safari' drone attacks targeting civilians, with authorities reporting thousands of drone strikes in Kherson and hundreds of civilian casualties. Zelenskyy urged international intervention and security guarantees, warning the threat could spread beyond Ukraine.

via Fox News|

#drones #kherson #russia

europe20 days ago•4 min saved

Kherson vendor hunted by Russian FPV drone; Ukraine calls it a war crime

A 52-year-old Kherson vegetable seller says a Russian FPV drone chased him as he showed produce at a market, then exploded beside his van. The attack, captured on CCTV and described by Ukrainian officials as a war crime, is cited as part of a broader pattern of drones harassing civilians; the man was injured but stable and Ukrainian prosecutors have opened a case.

via Euronews.com|

#civilians #drone #europe

world20 days ago•0 min saved

Drone strike on Kherson street vendor underscores civilian-targeting fears

President Zelenskiy shared a BBC-verified video of a drone attack in Kherson that chased a street vegetable seller, Yuriy, who survived with shrapnel wounds and a concussion. The incident, part of Russia's drone campaign to terrify civilians near the front line, adds to concerns over civilian targeting, which Moscow denies.

via BBC|

#civilians #drone-attack #kherson

world21 days ago•2 min saved

Drone safari targets civilian at Kherson market, Zelensky calls it a war crime

Ukraine’s police released a video showing a Russian drone deliberately tracking a civilian vendor at a Kherson market; Zelensky called it a “drone safari” and a war crime, with the man surviving his injuries. Police say drones are used against civilians almost daily, noting 18 civilians injured and two killed in the Kherson region on Sunday alone.

via Euronews.com|

#drones #kherson #russia

world3 months ago•5 min saved

Ukraine Says FSB HQ Hit in Occupied Kherson with About 100 Casualties

Zelensky announced Ukrainian special forces struck a Russian FSB headquarters in the occupied Kherson region and destroyed a Pantsir-S1 air defense system, with around 100 Russian casualties. The operation targeted Henicheska Hirka near the Sea of Azov and was part of broader security actions in northern regions near Russia and Belarus, carried out by the SSU Center for Special Operations “A.”

via Kyiv Post|

#fsb #kherson #pantsir-s1

world3 months ago•3 min saved

UN convoy hit in Kherson as Russian FPV drones strike aid mission; culprit unknown

A UN humanitarian convoy in Kherson was struck by two Russian FPV drones on May 14; the UN says it cannot identify who carried out the attack, while Russian channels circulated footage of the strike on UN-marked vehicles. UN officials noted that both Russian and Ukrainian authorities had been informed in advance of the mission, and this was the second such incident in a week, underscoring a pattern of drone strikes against civilians and aid convoys in Kherson that Ukrainian officials describe as a 'human safari.'

via Euromaidan Press|

#drones #kherson #russia

world7 months ago•2 min saved

Clashes and casualties escalate in Ukraine and Russian-occupied regions amid ongoing conflict

A Ukrainian drone attack on the occupied town of Khorly in Kherson region resulted in at least 28 deaths, including a child, and numerous injuries, with Kyiv denying targeting civilians and claiming the strike hit a military gathering. Russia has launched a criminal investigation, labeling it an act of terrorism.

via The Moscow Times|

#civilian-casualties #drone-attack #kherson

world7 months ago•4 min saved

Russia reports 27 deaths from Ukrainian strike as Ukraine accuses Russia of civilian attacks on New Year's Day

Russian authorities reported 27 deaths from a Ukrainian drone strike in Kherson, which Kyiv denied attacking civilians. Ukraine's President Zelenskyy appointed Kyrylo Budanov as his new chief of staff to focus on security and diplomacy amid ongoing conflict, while Russia conducted extensive drone attacks across Ukraine, causing damage and casualties.

via ABC News|

#kherson #military #russia

world7 months ago•2 min saved

Tensions Escalate as New Year Attacks Hit Russian and Ukrainian Territories

Russia has accused Ukraine of launching a drone attack on a hotel and cafe in the occupied Kherson region, resulting in at least 27 deaths and over 30 injuries, with Ukraine denying targeting civilians and claiming the strike hit a military gathering. The incident has heightened tensions amid ongoing diplomatic efforts to end the war.

via bbc.com|

#civilian-casualties #drone-strike #kherson

world7 months ago•3 min saved

Russia Reports 24 Killed in Ukrainian Drone Attack Amid Rising Tensions

A Ukrainian drone strike in Russian-occupied Kherson killed 24 people and wounded at least 50 during New Year celebrations, amid escalating tensions and ongoing peace negotiations between Ukraine and Russia. Russia claims the attack targeted a resort town and involved incendiary devices, while Ukraine denies attacking Putin’s residence. Diplomatic efforts continue, with Ukraine asserting that a peace deal is nearly complete, though key issues remain unresolved.

via AP News|

#drone-strike #kherson #peace-talks

world9 months ago•6 min saved

Kherson Endures New Challenges Three Years Post-Liberation

Three years after Russian occupation, Kherson remains under threat with ongoing shelling and drone attacks, yet residents demonstrate resilience through underground activities and protective measures, highlighting their hope and determination to survive amidst ongoing conflict.

via AP News|

#civilian-life #kherson #resilience

world9 months ago•2 min saved

Angelina Jolie's Ukraine Visit Sparks Controversy Over Driver's Draft Arrest

Angelina Jolie visited war-torn Ukraine and described the constant threat of drones flying overhead, highlighting the dangers faced by civilians and calling for international action to end conflicts and protect vulnerable populations.

via The Kyiv Independent|

#angelina-jolie #drone-threat #humanitarian

world9 months ago•3 min saved

Angelina Jolie's Visit to Ukraine Sparks Support and Controversy

Angelina Jolie visited Kherson, Ukraine, a city under constant Russian attack, to show support and raise awareness about the residents' suffering, potentially aiding relief efforts and boosting local morale amid ongoing conflict.

via The Kyiv Independent|

#angelina-jolie #humanitarian #kherson

world9 months ago•8 min saved

Russia advances in Pokrovsk amid intense house-to-house fighting

Russia claims advances in the city of Pokrovsk amid ongoing battles, while Angelina Jolie visits Kherson to support civilians affected by the conflict; Ukraine responds with drone strikes on Russian targets, and international efforts focus on energy supplies and foreign fighters in the region.

via dw.com|

#conflict #kherson #pokrovsk

world10 months ago•1 min saved

Russia Attacks UN Humanitarian Convoys in Kherson, Wounding Civilians

Russian forces struck a UN humanitarian convoy in Ukraine's Kherson region, destroying several vehicles and thwarting aid efforts, amidst ongoing attacks on humanitarian missions across Ukraine.

via Kyiv Post|

#conflict #humanitarian-aid #kherson