Russian Forces Strike Kherson Again: One Dead, Three Wounded Over 24 Hours.

Attacks on Kherson: March 24, 2023

According to UATV: On March 24, 2023, the city of Kherson came under two separate attacks by Russian forces, resulting in the death of one man and injuries to three others. The assault began around 4 a.m., when Russian troops shelled the city, causing extensive damage.

According to reports, at 10 a.m., the Korabelny district of Kherson was hit. Among the injured was a 72-year-old man who sustained wounds and was hospitalized. Other victims included a 64-year-old woman and a 65-year-old man. Local official Ihor Lysenko noted that seven residential buildings in the area were damaged, and a deceased individual was recovered from the rubble.

Current Situation in Kherson

Residents have described terrifying moments during the shelling.

“When I heard something flying, I covered myself with a blanket, and debris fell on me. The strike hit right at our garage,” shared a Kherson resident. Another victim who remained at the scene said: “An ambulance came and took my wife, but I stayed. Someone has to come. I’ll lie down for now and go to the hospital tomorrow.”

Notably, between 6 p.m. on March 23 and 6 p.m. on March 24, Russian forces deployed nearly a thousand attack drones, highlighting the intensity of assaults on the region. The situation in Kherson remains tense as locals continue to endure the consequences of military actions.

These events underscore the mounting pressure in Kherson, where residents suffer from relentless shelling and threats to their lives. The intensity of the attacks, particularly the use of drones, indicates that military operations in the area are not only ongoing but escalating. This raises concerns about safety and the humanitarian crisis in Kherson, where infrastructure destruction and civilian casualties are becoming increasingly frequent. Authorities and the international community must focus on aiding the victims and ensuring the protection of civilians.