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An assault from the air by Russian military on May 21 targeted Kherson, resulting in injuries to three civilians, as reported by Kherson Oblast Governor Oleksandr Prokudin.
The aerial attack occurred near 4 p.m. according to local time and struck the Shumenskyi district, leading to substantial damage to an apartment building.
Initial reports indicated that as of 5 p.m. local time, three individuals were wounded, Prokudin confirmed. Among the injured was a 15-year-old boy who required hospitalization.
A 50-year-old female also suffered severe injuries during this incident and was taken to the hospital in a critical condition.
The third casualty, a 71-year-old woman, was injured in the leg and was treated on site for her injuries.
Kherson was freed by the Armed Forces of Ukraine during a counteroffensive in autumn last year. The city, along with other territories on the Dnipro River’s western bank, was liberated.
Pushed to the river’s east bank, Russian military forces have continued to attack the free territories, leading to repeated civilian casualties and widespread destruction of property and infrastructure.
Earlier that same day, a Russian drone also attacked the village of Antonivka, resulting in the injury of three senior women.
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FAQs about the Russian Airstrike in Kherson
- Where did the Russian airstrike take place?
The airstrike occurred in the Shumenskyi district of Kherson city.
- What was the time of the attack?
Russian forces executed the airstrike around 4 p.m. local time on May 21.
- Who were the victims of the airstrike?
Three civilians were injured, including a 15-year-old boy, a 50-year-old woman who is in serious condition, and a 71-year-old woman who sustained a leg injury.
- Have there been other recent attacks in the area?
Yes, earlier on the same day, a Russian drone dropped explosives on the village of Antonivka, wounding three elderly women.
Conclusion
The attack on Kherson by Russian forces is a stark reminder of the continuous aggression and its toll on civilians. With lives interrupted and communities shattered, such incidents underscore the urgent need for support to independent journalism in Ukraine, to bring these stories to light and keep the international community informed. The injuries to these three individuals, including a young boy, are a testament to the human cost of this ongoing conflict.
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