A Russian drone strike on a civilian bus in Kherson occurred on May 2, 2026, resulting in at least two fatalities and several injuries. The attack took place around 7:00 a.m. local time in the Dniprovskyi district.
The Ukrainian military has reported that two people died from the strike. Seven others sustained injuries, bringing the total number of injured to nine. Among the injured is a 55-year-old nurse suffering from blast trauma and shrapnel wounds.
The victims included a municipal worker and another woman. A 40-year-old man also suffered from blast and closed head injuries.
This incident marks a continuation of violence in Kherson, which has faced sustained drone and artillery attacks since late 2022. The attack was characterized as a deliberate assault on civilians.
Key facts:
- At least two people were killed after the drone struck the bus.
- The injury toll increased to nine after the attack.
- The bus was attacked less than two months after another strike on a civilian bus in the same city.
Local authorities have condemned the attack. Kherson Oblast Governor Oleksandr Prokudin emphasized the need for an enhanced Ukrainian military response to protect civilians from such UAV attacks.
As violence continues, officials remain concerned about civilian safety in the region. The situation remains critical as further military actions may unfold in response to these ongoing threats.
