In Kherson, Ukraine, the situation remains dire as Russian military drones conduct frequent attacks, predominantly targeting civilians. With reports of around 650 drone strikes since the start of the year, the death toll includes seven civilians, alongside dozens injured. Local residents express deep-seated fear, as exemplified by Svitlana Budiukh, who, despite the dangers, remains committed to her city. Many families live in constant alert, necessity driving them to find makeshift shelters during strikes. This escalating violence has ingrained a sense of grim endurance within the community, reshaping daily life amidst the threat.
"Since the first day of this year alone, the enemy has attacked the region [with drones] about 650 times," Oleksandr Prokudin, head of Kherson's regional military government, said.
"I've experienced it myself. The Russian drones hunt us constantly; it's like a safari," said Svitlana Budiukh, a 43-year-old resident who has chosen to stay in Kherson.
"When it happens you look for anywhere to hide," said Savchenko, 68. "We run under the trees or into a shed or a garage. My God, we hide anywhere we can find."
"Why do I stay? Because it's my city, these are my people," she said.
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