Rocket and airstrike on the center of Kherson: number of victims rising, including a child; one person has died
Early Wednesday morning, around 10:30 a.m., Russian troops launched a powerful aerial attack on central districts of the city of Kherson. The consequences of the shelling shocked the local community — five residents were wounded, among them the youngest was a 15-year-old girl, and one man sustained fatal injuries and died at the scene. According to information released by Kherson Military Administration head Roman Mrochkо on Telegram, the situation remains tense. By morning, medical personnel were fighting for the life of the young victim, who suffered a serious traumatic brain injury and wounds resulting from a mine-explosive debris event. This occurred during the shelling, and the child's condition is currently assessed as critically severe. Details of the attack's consequences and initial official data Mrochkо stated that, as a result of the explosions in the city center, an unidentified man died from injuries incompatible with life. It was also reported that two adult residents, born in 1997 and 1966, received serious wounds and were promptly taken to hospitals for urgent medical care. Additionally, later on, information was published in a Telegram channel about two more victims — men aged 56 and 63, who also sustained injuries during the enemy strike. They are currently under medical supervision and receiving all necessary aid. Circumstances and possible aims of the attack Western and Ukrainian analysts are already commenting on this new attack, emphasizing that Russian forces actively use aviation to exert psychological pressure and destroy infrastructure in strategic regions of Ukraine. Kherson’s center, traditionally vital for the city and its residents, found itself under enemy fire amid efforts by Ukrainian forces to defend the region. Local authorities and law enforcement are investigating all circumstances of the incident and urging residents to be cautious, especially in danger zones, and to follow safety rules. The situation remains tense, and local authorities call on residents to stay in shelters, avoid open spaces, and monitor official updates. Ukraine continues to defend its territory, and assistance to the affected is ongoing — details about the condition of the victims will be provided later by specialists. Russia's missile and air aggression continues to complicate the lives of peaceful Kherson residents and underscores the need to strengthen defense measures and international support in the fight against aggression.