Drone footage exclusively obtained by the Associated Press of the collapsed Kakhovka dam in Ukraine, which is now under Russian control, shows the devastating aftermath of the disaster. Submerged homes, greenhouses, and even a church can be seen in the footage, with no signs of life. Reports have surfaced that the dam was destroyed by either Ukrainian bombardment or an explosion carried out by Russian forces. However, experts have suggested that the structure was already in disrepair, which could have contributed to its collapse. The collapse of the dam has caused massive flooding in surrounding areas, which has significantly changed the local landscape and further entrenched the dynamics of the ongoing war. The Dnieper River forms part of the front line in the conflict, with Ukraine holding the western bank and Russia occupying the low-lying eastern side. The nearby town of Nova Kakhovka, also under Russian occupation, has been affected by the flooding, with many of its markets closed and limited electricity and mobile reception. Reports have confirmed that Russian soldiers occupying a family home just 500 meters away from the river had fled after the dam collapsed, which left many residents stranded. The Red Cross has received numerous calls from those on the Russian-controlled side, begging for rescue. The collapsing of the Kakhovka dam has sown further distrust between Russia and Ukraine, further escalating the ongoing conflict.
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