Kherson, the home of a significant shipbuilding industry and a major economic hub for Ukraine, provides access to inland portions of the country.
post suggests, too, they may have come to an accommodation, albeit one that sounds a lot like occupation under martial law by Russian troops."
Russian forces have reportedly captured the Ukrainian city of Kherson, marking the first major metropolis to fall to invading forces since Russia began its assault. The city provides a strategic advantage to the Russians owing to its port location. Here, damage in the city center of another city, Kharkiv, can be seen after a day of heavy shelling from Russian artillery.The capture of Kherson represents a major strategic victory for the Russian army as it continues its efforts to annex Ukraine.
Most importantly to the Russians, though, will likely be Kherson's position on the Black Sea, which could allow the military to exploit its strategic location. The body of water is a key economic lifeline for Eastern Europe that provides access to the neighboring countries of Romania, Bulgaria and Moldova—the latter of which Russia has alreadyThe Globe and Mail.
The continued assault could make Kharkiv the second major Ukrainian city to fall into Russian hands. Amidst the violence, Kharkiv Mayor Ihor Terekhov said in a video message:"We never expected this could happen. Total destruction, annihilation, genocide against the Ukrainian people—this is unforgivable."
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