Russian forces shelled Kherson on June 20, leaving the city without electricity and causing multiple civilian casualties, regional governor Oleksandr Prokudin announced via Telegram.
The attack disrupted power throughout the city, prompting emergency recovery efforts by local energy workers.
The night of June 19 also saw aggressive shelling by Russian troops, targeting residential areas and the city's hospital. This initial barrage resulted in a woman being hospitalized with a shrapnel wound to the abdomen, as reported by Governor Prokudin.
A subsequent afternoon attack on the same day intensified the assault on Kherson, resulting in the death of one man and injuries to another. Governor Prokudin conveyed the severity of the situation and the ongoing response efforts to manage the aftermath and restore essential services.