2023-07-06 05:23:21
Even four weeks following the collapse of the Kachowka dam, the consequences are still visible everywhere. Even if the water has receded – there is a picture of devastation everywhere.
It’s been a month since the destruction of the Russian-controlled Kakhovka dam in southern Ukraine, which flooded large parts of the Kherson region. The disaster forced thousands to flee and sparked fears of an environmental catastrophe.
A month later, the water has drained away, but left a trail of devastation. Many local people feel abandoned, like 86-year-old Nadiya Yefremova from Afanasiyivka: “Those responsible say that the water is no longer coming – so we have to deal with the consequences ourselves. You need money for that! Who does it for free…”
Outside, the ground that the water has retreated from is now dark brown and consists of dead grass and mud. The harvest is destroyed. The UN and aid organizations are in the region, but the effects of the dam collapse and flooding will be felt for months, if not years.
Tense situation around the Zaporizhia nuclear power plant
The situation in Zaporizhia remains “tense”. Kiev and Moscow accuse each other of planning an attack on the nuclear power plant. The UN nuclear safety agency IAEA has called for better access following President Zelenskyy accused Moscow of planting explosives on the roof of several nuclear power plant blocks.
Meanwhile, the Defense Ministry in Moscow has announced that Russian forces have attacked three Ukrainian army groups near Bakhmut. However, there are conflicting reports of fighting in the area. Kiev claims that it has achieved partial success.
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