Russia Gave Up Kherson But Ukraine is Not Convinced | Ukraine Fears Russian 'Trap' | Russia Ukraine War. Kherson is an entire province. Russia is simply withdrawing to the left bank of the Dnipro River which divides the region. So, Ukrainian forces will technically seize control of Kherson just West of the Dnipro. The biggest victory for Ukraine will come when it seizes control of Kherson city. However, Ukraine also fears Russia has set up an elaborate trap for it here. Watch to know more.