A routine trip to a marketplace in Ukraine's Kherson turned into a desperate fight for survival after a Russian FPV drone appeared to hunt down a civilian in broad daylight. Police footage shows the 52-year-old man sprinting between vehicles as the drone relentlessly follows before exploding just metres away. Ukrainian authorities say the man survived with injuries and a concussion. The incident highlights the growing use of FPV drones and the increasing danger faced by civilians far from the front line.


Russia-Ukraine war: Ukraine accuses Russia of war crime as drone chases civilian

Russia claimed on Thursday that at least 24 people were killed and 50 injured in a Ukrainian drone attack on a cafe and hotel in the Moscow-controlled part of the coastal Kherson region.

"Late tonight, the opponent carried out a deliberate drone strike on a place where civilians were celebrating the New Year," said Vladimir Saldo, the Russia-appointed head of the region.

Ukraine Claims Russia Fired Over 200 Drones 

Kherson Governor Under Russian Appointment Calls Attack Deliberate

Kherson marks the third anniversary of its liberation from Russian occupation amid ongoing fighting in southern Ukraine. Residents gathered to honor those who defended the city and reflect on the challenges still faced in the region.


Russia-Ukraine War: Kherson Marks Third Anniversary of Liberation from Russia

Russia claims to have carried out several missile strikes on Ukrainian positions. Moscow says its artillery strikes destroyed buildings fortifications hardware and Manpower on the Right Bank on the Dnipro River in Kherson region.

Russia-Ukraine war: Russia unleashes new attacks on Ukraine's Kherson

The Russian region of Belgorod bordering Ukraine said Thursday it would keep some schools closed until January 19, following unprecedented Ukrainian shelling over the weekend.

Russia-Ukraine War: Moscow repels Ukrainian attack over Crimea

The Ukrainian armed forces recaptured Kherson in November last year. About 71 shells have been fired at Kherson over 24 hours, the electricity & heat supply were disrupted by Russian strikes.

Russia-Ukraine War: Russian strikes kill at least 4 in Kherson

Russian bombardment killed at least four people and injured more than five over 24 hours in the Frontline Southern Ukrainian city of Kherson. On the other hand, Russian installed officials in the Eastern town of Horka said that Kyiv's shelling killed one person.

Russia-Ukraine war: Russian strikes kill at least 4 in Kherson

Russia-Ukraine war: Kyiv shells Russia-held town of Horlivka

The war in Ukraine is in its second winter with the threat of Russian ballistic missile attacks looming over the Southeastern part of the country. According to the Ukrainian Air Force, its air defence system destroyed 18 of the 19 attack drones launched at Kyiv, Odesa as well as Kherson. Officials claim that there are no casualties in the Kharkiv region.

Russia-Ukraine war | Ukraine: Russia launches drone attack on Kyiv, Kherson, Kharkiv

Russia's Airborne forces also known as VDV - is alleged to have started the deployment of new paratroopers in Ukraine's Kherson region. This according to the latest release by British Defence Intelligence.

Russia deploys new troops in Kherson region, likely deploying 104th Guard Airborne division: Report

Ukraine has claimed its troops have crossed the vast River Dnipro into occupied areas of the Kherson region. A top Ukrainian official also said that they have established a strong foothold on the eastern bank of the river, which divides the frontline in southern Ukraine.

Ukraine claims strong foothold on eastern bank of Dnipro river Kherson city

At least eight people have been injured after heavy shelling by Russian forces in the Ukrainian city of Kherson on Friday (Oct 27) which as per a senior city official has also destroyed and damaged around 15 buildings, reported Reuters.

At least 8 injured in Russian strike on Ukraine’s Kherson, dozens of buildings damaged

Russian forces have foiled several attempts by Ukrainian units to cross the Dnipro River in the southern Kherson region over the past day, Russia's defence ministry said on Sunday.

Russia says it thwarted Ukrainian attempts to cross Dnipro in Kherson region

It's more than 15 months now since Russia invaded Ukraine. Cities like Kyiv and Bakhmut and Mariupol and Kharkiv have suddenly taken global centre stage for sheer devastation. Among them all, it's perhaps Kherson that leads the pack. For the residents here, it's been an unending nightmare.

Russia-Ukraine conflict worsening miseries for Kherson residents

Claims and counter claims rage on as Russia and Ukraine continue shelling amid rescue operations in the flood-hit Kherson region. 600 square kilometres of Kherson is under water. Another area of focus here is Zaporizhzhia, the area of the critical nuclear power plant. According to Ukrainian officials, Russian shelling killed one person and injured 18 other people. This includes one of the emergency service staff who was overseeing the evacuation. Meanwhile, officials from the Russian controlled areas of Kherson have said that two evacuees were killed in Ukrainian shelling. Russia said its forces had fought a two-hour battle with Ukrainian troops on Thursday. Russian Defence Minister Shoigu said the Ukrainian offensive involved 1,500 soldiers and 150 armoured vehicles.

Kyiv: 1 dead, 18 injured in Russian shelling | Russia-Ukraine War

A new study claims that Instagram algorithms are promoting pedophilic content. The study has discovered hashtags that are helping pedophiles discover accounts selling child-sex material. Molly Gambhir reports.

Gravitas | Ukraine war just turned extreme: Here's why

Has Ukraine slipped into a total war? The destruction of Nova Kakhova dam indicates that even civilian facilities are no longer safe. Does this set a dangerous precedent? Will more civilian facilities be targeted? Molly Gambhir reports.

Gravitas | Ukraine war just turned extreme

Kherson: Rescue continues amid heavy shelling by Russia and Ukraine | Russia-Ukraine War

Claims and counter claims rage on as Russia and Ukraine continue shelling amid rescue operations in the flood-hit Kherson region. 600 square kilometres of Kherson is under water. Another area of focus here is Zaporizhzhia, the area of the critical nuclear power plant. According to Ukrainian officials, Russian shelling killed one person and injured 18 other people.

Fighting rages in Kherson & Zaporizhzhia, 1 dead & 18 injured in Russian shelling

Here we bring you a quick round-up of all the latest news and top headlines from all across the globe - Kherson dam breach inundates nearby areas, Ukraine seeks urgent help from global aid groups, Burgum to compete with Trump, DeSantis, Pence and Christie, UK PM Rishi Sunak pledges to strengthen ties with the US.

Kherson dam breach inundates nearby areas | Ukraine seeks urgent help

A key dam in Kherson, on the banks of the Dnipro river. That's the latest casualty in the Russia-Ukraine war. The dam was blown up less than 24 hours ago and this has sent a torrent of floodwaters into the warzone. Here is a complete breakdown of the breach that has opened the floodgates of suffering and blame game.

Kherson dam explosion opens floodgates of blame game between Russia & Ukraine

Here we bring you a quick round-up of all the latest news and top headlines from all across the globe: Ukraine called on an urgent meeting of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) to discuss Kherson dam destruction.

Russia-Ukraine War: Kyiv calls on UNSC to discuss Kherson dam destruction | WION Speed News

Another example of price of war on people: United Nations | WION Newspoint

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