Kherson removes pro-Russia signs, puts up pro-Ukrainian ones

A municipality worker covers a pro-Russian billboard with a Ukrainian Armed Forces one reading: "Compatriots you are free!" after Russia's military retreat from Kherson, Ukraine November 22, 2022. REUTERS/Murad Sezer

KHERSON, Ukraine (Reuters) - Now that pro-Moscow forces have abandoned the southern Ukrainian city of Kherson, workers are tearing down posters expressing love for Russia and the benefits of receiving Russian passports and pensions.

In their place are placards featuring simple slogans like "Kherson - hero city" and "Compatriots, you are free" printed on a yellow background.