The drivers risking death on Ukraine – In the southern Ukrainian city of Kherson, where the war has left deep scars, public transport workers face an unrelenting threat from Russian drone attacks. Earlier this month, Anatoly Dmytrov, a bus driver, recounted the terrifying moment when his vehicle on Route 14 was struck by a drone. The incident left passengers injured, windows shattered, and a lingering fear that another strike could follow moments later.

Kherson’s municipal transport company has reported a surge in drone strikes since last year, with public transit becoming a primary focus for Russian forces. This year alone, three employees have lost their lives, eight others have been wounded, and 21 trolleybuses, along with eight buses, have been damaged. Local authorities confirm that six privately operated buses have also been hit in 2026, highlighting the scale of the danger.…