Russian Disinformation Campaign Claims Assault on Kherson

• •Russian media claims of a Dnipro crossing are unsubstantiated and part of a disinformation campaign.
• •Ukrainian forces successfully repelled a recent Russian landing attempt on Somova Kosa island.
• •The narrative of assaults on Kherson has been a recurring theme in Russian propaganda since 2023.

Russian media has revived claims of a military 'crossing' of the Dnipro River in Kherson, asserting that paratroopers have established a foothold on Somova Kosa island. However, Ukrainian forces report that previous Russian attempts to land there failed, with their troops destroying the invading forces. This narrative of a 'storming' of Kherson has been a recurring theme in Russian propaganda, particularly in autumn, aimed at masking unsuccessful summer offensives. The Ukrainian military has consistently debunked these claims, providing evidence of the failed landings. This cycle of disinformation appears to serve a dual purpose: to boost Russian morale and distract from military setbacks. The situation remains tense, with ongoing military operations and propaganda efforts from both sides.