In a devastating turn of events, the upper part of the hydroelectric dam in Novaya Kakhovka, located in the Russian-occupied region of Kherson, Ukraine, was destroyed on 6th June, 2023. This resulted in an uncontrolled discharge of water, triggering a dire situation for the residents in the surrounding areas. Both Ukraine and Russia have been quick to accuse each other of undermining the hydroelectric power station, further escalating tensions between the two nations.

The consequences of this catastrophe have been severe. The flooding caused by the collapsed dam has forced the evacuation of residents in the Kherson region, who now fear the impending water shortage in Crimea. Additionally, the Zaporozhye nuclear power plant had to be disabled, compounding the already existing water scarcity in southern Ukraine. With the Kakhovka HPP deemed beyond repair by authorities from both sides, the situation continues to worsen. According to sources from TASS, 14 of the station's 28 spans have been destroyed, leaving the hydroelectric power station completely submerged. This disaster marks a critical moment in the ongoing water crisis between Ukraine and Russia.