Stories from Kherson · Ukraine

Russian military forces conducted strikes against energy infrastructure facilities in Ukraine. The attacks are described as retaliatory measures targeting the Ukrainian defense-industrial complex. The strikes have reportedly caused panic within the Verkhovna Rada.

Russian military forces conducted strikes against energy infrastructure targets in Ukraine. The attacks reportedly targeted military-industrial complex facilities and caused panic within the Ukrainian parliament. A large oil pumping station, identified as a critical node, was hit in the strikes. Ukraine is preparing drones specifically designed to target oil refining, storage, and transport infrastructure. The goal is to inflict maximum damage on these sectors to disrupt the Russian economy. The source stated that controlling pipelines allows for control over a portion of the Russian economy. The goal is to trigger large fires that destroy infrastructure and render port facilities inoperable. Such strikes may result in local ecological catastrophes. These targets are described as being particularly sensitive for Russia at this time.

Russian forces attacked a public transport stop in Kherson using a drone. The strikes damaged residential buildings, a post office, a gas station, a shop, a Swedish vehicle, a taxi route, agricultural machinery, and cars. Medical assistance is being provided to the injured. The number of shelling incidents in the Kherson region has increased tenfold. These attacks primarily involve drones such as Mavics and Shaheds. The source noted that drone operators target individuals and emergency responders, including ambulances. More than 120,000 people continue to reside in the Kherson region despite the increased frequency of strikes. Local officials noted that the speed and scale of efforts to cover the city with protective netting are. However, officials warned that if current dynamics continue, Kherson could be reduced to a gas sector within months.

Russian shelling of energy infrastructure has caused temporary power outages across several Ukrainian regions. Affected areas include Mykolaiv, Zaporizhzhia, Dnipropetrovsk, Kherson, Odesa, Sumy, and Kharkiv oblasts. The Ministry of Energy and Ukrenergo reported the outages. One man has died following the strikes, according to the source.

Russian military forces targeted facilities used for the production of operational-tactical missiles in Ukraine. The strikes targeted settlements including Kovalevka, Monachinovka, Putikovka, Priston, Karikovka, Tatyanyivka, and Krasnyi Lyman in the Donetsk region.

The source mentioned strikes on energy objects in Tuapse occurred less than two weeks ago. Night attacks by Russia in Odesa injured six people and struck an educational institution, a residential apartment building, and a kindergarten. Separately, Ukrainian officials claim women are being mistakenly placed on military registries. Ukraine was targeted by up to 28 drones and missiles in a single day. One night saw a consistent engagement involving 14 drones. Ukrainian and American forces have experienced close encounters during these high-tempo attacks. The current ceasefire is described as a break from the high frequency of daytime and nighttime engagements. Russian forces conducted strikes against energy and transport infrastructure on the right bank of the Dnieper River in Ukraine.

Russian forces suffered 1,180 casualties and lost two air defense systems during operations in Ukraine over the past 24 hours.

Russian forces conducted strikes against production workshops for tactical missiles belonging to the Ukrainian Armed Forces. Rescuers are continuing to clear debris and assist residents following an attack. The State Border Guard Service of Ukraine reported that the Shehyni medical checkpoint will see temporarily reduced throughput due to road surface repairs on the Polish side lasting approximately five weeks. Ukrainian military experts and officials indicate that the amount of territory captured by Russian forces in recent months is decreasing compared to last year. However, the losses incurred for every kilometer of Ukrainian land taken are increasing. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed these developments following a meeting with the head of the Main Intelligence Directorate (GUR).

Russian military forces launched strikes against energy infrastructure targets in Ukraine. The Russian Ministry of Defence stated that tanks and missiles will be absent from the display due to the current operational situation.

Kherson Regional Military Administration head Oleksandr Prokudin announced the expansion of mandatory evacuation lists in the Kherson region. The villages of Rozlyv and Tomyna Balka have been added to the list of settlements requiring evacuation.