In June 2023, the Kakhovka dam in Ukraine was destroyed, resulting in the drying up of the Dnipro River and devastating consequences for the regions downstream. A detailed report released on the first anniversary of the incident by Truth Hounds and Project Expedite Justice accused Russia of the dam’s destruction, labeling it as an “environmental war crime.”
Residents have struggled to adapt to the new landscape, with agriculture becoming their primary source of sustenance. The economic and environmental impacts of the disaster have been severe, with total damages exceeding $11 billion according to reports. The region continues to grapple with the aftermath, with infrastructure and livelihoods massively disrupted.
‘A kind of semi-desert’
The town of Nikopol faces daily challenges due to the loss of the river’s reservoir, impacting its economy and infrastructure. Despite efforts to provide alternative water sources, the region remains in a state of recovery, emphasizing the long-term effects of the dam’s destruction.
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