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Explosive devices found in Kherson on multiple sites

5 sourcesPublished 02/09/2026, 08:59 · Updated 08/09/2026, 11:13

Explosive devices, including PFM-1 landmines, have been discovered in Kherson, particularly on Independence Avenue and other areas of the city. Residents are advised to avoid these locations as the mined area may be larger. According to various reports, the mining may have been carried out by Russian forces.

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Explosive devices found on Independence Avenue
PFM-1 mines discovered in several areas
Residents urged to avoid dangerous areas
Mining may have been conducted remotely
Danger zone may be significantly larger

Kherson · Independence Avenue · Perekopskaya Street · European Street · Poltava Street · Mykhailo Hrushevskyi Street · Mykhailivska Street · Koralnyi District

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