Russian forces targeted central Kherson on August 1st with guided aerial bombs, resulting in one fatality and 18 injuries. The attack underscores the continued danger faced by civilians in the region despite Ukrainian forces liberating Kherson City last November. Details remain limited, but the strike appears to have directly impacted a populated area. Authorities are working to assess the full extent of the damage and provide medical assistance to those affected. This attack is the latest in a series of reported Russian strikes on Kherson since its recapture, highlighting the ongoing conflict and Russia’s focus on the area. The incident has prompted condemnation from Ukrainian officials who accuse Russia of deliberately targeting civilians.