(MENAFN) At least two people were killed and 17 wounded Friday as Russian military forces bombarded civilian areas across Ukraine's southern Kherson region, according to local prosecutors who documented widespread destruction.

Russia deployed artillery barrages and multiple drone variants targeting Kherson, the regional prosecutor's office stated in an official announcement, noting extensive damage to civilian infrastructure throughout the besieged area.

The assault destroyed or damaged residential apartment complexes, an educational institution's dormitory, commercial retail establishments, religious structures, economic facilities, private garages, and numerous vehicles, prosecutors detailed in their damage assessment.

Russia has not issued an immediate response to the allegations, and independent confirmation of the incident remains challenging amid the ongoing hostilities that continue to restrict access for international observers and journalists.

The Kherson region has experienced sustained bombardment since Russian forces withdrew from the regional capital in late 2022, leaving the area vulnerable to cross-river artillery and drone strikes that frequently target civilian populations and infrastructure.

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