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Ukraine conflict shifts as Russian troops exit Kherson

A rocket system for the Ukraine army close to the frontline of Kherson.

A rocket system for the Ukraine army close to the frontline of Kherson. Source: AAP

Russia's defence ministry has ordered its troops to withdraw from Kherson, a key city in their invasion of Ukraine. Some are calling this a turning point in the ongoing conflict, but Ukrainian officials are remaining cautiously optimistic.


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By Hannah Kwon

Source: SBS News



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Russia's defence ministry has ordered its troops to withdraw from Kherson, a key city in their invasion of Ukraine. Some are calling this a turning point in the ongoing conflict, but Ukrainian officials are remaining cautiously optimistic.



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