President Volodymyr Zelensky made an unannounced visit to Kherson Monday to celebrate Ukraine's recapture of the strategic southern city.
Kherson is now a frontline city in the war in Ukraine after Russian forces withdrew from the region west of the Dnipro River late last week. A CNN crew saw joyful scenes in the city following the pullback.
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@disk4mat The tears of joy & gratitude from Kherson citizens to Ukrainian fighters was so moving. American reporter covering it also received hug from a woman who wanted to thank America for helping them. Brought tears to my eyes too. What a beautiful moment. #LongLiveUkraine
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I hear you, the videos on the news of old ladies hugging soldiers made me teary eyed.