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Buses, homes, taxis... Russian UAV tsunami in Kherson

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Kherson is facing a new escalation of the war with an increase in Russian drone attacks on the city and its surroundings. Buses, taxis, and homes are among the targets affected by a wave of UAVs that residents and military personnel stationed in the area describe as a true "tsunami."

Firefighters work on a fire at a shopping mall following a Russian drone attack
Firefighters work on a fire at a shopping mall following a Russian drone attackAP

One of the most serious episodes took place on a bus on line 47, which connects the neighborhoods of Tavriiskyi and Korabel. A Russian drone launched an explosive against the public transport vehicle, causing a strong detonation. Four passengers died on the spot, and another four were injured by shrapnel.

The impact created a huge hole in the bus's roof and shattered much of its windows. Inside, there were glass fragments and dense smoke after the explosion. Among the victims was a 90-year-old woman who, according to testimonies from the area, had managed to board the bus after asking the driver to wait.

The intensity of the UAV attacks has significantly increased. According to information from the region, around 1,000 drones were recorded on the 19th, compared to just over 400 that were previously common.

The increase in these Russian attacks in Kherson is putting pressure on a civilian population that continues to be exposed to war.