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Mykolaiv

Hero City of Ukraine
Mykolaiv is a city, the regional center of Mykolaiv Oblast and the administrative center of Mykolaiv Raion, located on the left bank of the Bug Estuary at the confluence of the Southern Bug and Inhul rivers, 50 kilometers from the Black Sea. The city covers an area of 259.8 square kilometers, and its population as of May 2024 was about 430 thousand people. Founded in 1789 as a shipbuilding yard, Mykolaiv quickly transformed into a major industrial, political, business, and cultural center of Southern Ukraine, being the main center of shipbuilding on the Black Sea throughout the 19th century. In 2022, the city was awarded the honorary title of "Hero City of Ukraine" for the mass heroism and resilience shown by its citizens in defending against the full-scale invasion of the Russian Federation.
2019
Mykolaiv Oblast ranked third in Ukraine in terms of growth of capital investments in the economy
2021
An exhibition dedicated to the 30th anniversary of Ukraine's Independence was opened at the City Museum of Shipbuilding and Fleet
2022
The city was awarded the honorary title of "Hero City of Ukraine."
2023
International partners provided significant assistance for the restoration of critical infrastructure, including water purification systems
2024
The city's population returned to approximately 430,000 people, approaching pre-war levels
2024
The city received 3.6 billion hryvnias in humanitarian and technical assistance from international partners
2025
Centralized fresh water supply to the city was restored after a three-year interruption
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A terrorist attack in the center of Mykolaiv on February 14 was prepared by order of Russia: 4 enemy agents detained

The SBU detained 4 teenagers who made explosives for the February 14 terrorist attack in Mykolaiv. The explosion killed 4 people and injured 7.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 08:37 AM • 80573 views
An explosion occurred during an air raid in Mykolaiv

Mykolaiv Mayor Oleksandr Sienkevych reported an explosion in the city during an air raid alert. The circumstances of the explosion are currently under investigation.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 07:33 AM • 48346 views
Kharkov was attacked by enemy UAVs: there were hits

In Kharkov, at about 01:22, an explosion was recorded as a result of an attack by enemy Shahed-type drones on the Saltovsky district. Urban head Igor Terekhov reported a hit. There is damage to a residential building. Two people have an acute stress reaction.

War in Ukraine • February 16, 11:46 PM • 107861 views
Zelenskyy: Russia's strike on Mykolaiv left more than 100 thousand people without heating

A Russian drone strike on critical infrastructure in Mykolaiv left more than 100,000 people without heating. Zelenskyy said it was necessary to strengthen protection against such attacks and to push Russia to peace.

Society • February 16, 01:55 PM • 34679 views
Russians attacked Mykolaiv CHP: 46 thousand customers were left without heating

Russian drones damaged the Mykolaiv CHP plant, leaving 46,000 customers without heating. The city has deployed 67 “invincibility points” and is connecting modular boiler rooms for hospitals.

War in Ukraine • February 16, 01:01 PM • 34433 views
More than half of the Israelis surveyed are in favor of extending the hostage deal

61% of Israelis surveyed support extending the agreement to free hostages instead of resuming the war with Hamas. The survey involved 600 respondents, with 18% in favor of resuming hostilities.

News of the World • February 16, 07:48 AM • 33374 views
Russia attacked Mykolaiv with "Shakheds": a fire broke out, there is a casualty

Russian drones attacked Mykolaiv on the night of February 16, causing a fire and injuring one person. The city's municipal services are surveying the area to eliminate the consequences of the attack.

War in Ukraine • February 16, 01:11 AM • 32716 views
Russia is spreading fake that the explosion in Mykolaiv was allegedly revenge against the TCC employees - NSDC Center for Political and Economic Studies

Russian Telegram channels are spreading disinformation about the February 14 explosion in Mykolaiv that killed two people. The AntAC refuted the fake about revenge against the TCC employees, confirming that the deceased did not have sons of military age.

Society • February 15, 12:17 PM • 27491 views
Movement of enemy drones over five regions of Ukraine: where they are headed

Active movement of enemy drones was recorded in Ukrainian airspace over Kherson, Dnipro, Poltava, Mykolaiv and Kirovohrad regions. The greatest threat of attacks is in Kryvyi Rih, Poltava and Mykolaiv.

Society • February 14, 09:23 PM • 48523 views
The explosion occurred near a catering establishment in Mykolaiv: 2 dead, 8 injured

An unknown object exploded near a catering establishment on Pohranichna Street in Mykolaiv. The incident killed two people and injured eight others.

Society • February 14, 01:55 PM • 26990 views
A woman and her 14-year-old son suffered burns in Mykolaiv region as she tried to heat the stove with a gas can

In the village of Veselynove, a woman tried to light a stove with a gas can, which caught fire. She and her 14-year-old son were injured in the incident, suffering burns to their stomach, arms and face.

Crimes and emergencies • February 10, 03:07 PM • 22733 views
Shmyhal: UAH 8 billion to be allocated for construction of water mains in Mykolaiv region

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the procedure for using UAH 8 billion for the construction of water mains in Mykolaiv region. The project involves the construction of three water intake sites from the Southern Bug River to supply Mykolaiv with water.

Economy • February 7, 03:57 PM • 28961 views
Explosion occurs in Mykolaiv amid missile threat

An explosion occurs in Mykolaiv amid warnings of a ballistic missile threat from the south. The Air Force warned of the danger to the city.

War in Ukraine • February 6, 02:03 PM • 32974 views
Missile attack on a food company in Mykolaiv: what is known about the consequences

A rocket attack on a food processing plant in Mykolaiv killed two workers. Rescuers unblocked the bodies from the rubble, and a workshop and administrative building were damaged.

Society • January 28, 09:49 PM • 44918 views
Enemy missile strike on Mykolaiv: workers killed at the enterprise

Two female employees of the company were killed in a missile attack on Mykolaiv by terrorist forces.

Society • January 28, 08:37 PM • 46374 views
Russians strike at Mykolaiv: a private enterprise is hit

Russian troops attacked a private enterprise in Mykolaiv. Mayor Oleksandr Sienkevych reported the attack amid a ballistic threat.

Society • January 28, 06:54 PM • 40922 views
An explosion occurred in Mykolaiv - mayor

An explosion was recorded in Mykolaiv during an air raid alert. The Air Force warned of a ballistic missile threat in five regions of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • January 28, 06:05 PM • 29810 views
Night attack by Russian drones on Mykolaiv: two people injured

Residential buildings and infrastructure were damaged in Mykolaiv as a result of an attack by Russian “Shaheds,” two people were injured. Ukrainian air defense shoots down 9 enemy drones over Mykolaiv region.

War in Ukraine • January 22, 06:55 AM • 29717 views
Russia attacks an enterprise in Sumy region: there are victims

Russian troops attacked the village of Nedryhailiv and the city of Sumy using UAVs. Two people were wounded in the attacks, and an industrial building and private homes were damaged.

War in Ukraine • January 21, 10:46 PM • 92118 views
Russian Federation attacked Mykolaiv with seven drones: fires broke out, houses were damaged

On the evening of January 21, Russian troops attacked Mykolaiv with seven attack drones. As a result of the attack, buildings were damaged, and the first explosions were heard at 22:41.

War in Ukraine • January 21, 09:54 PM • 26792 views
SES sappers defuse FAB-500 bomb in Mykolaiv region

A FAB-500 landmine bomb was discovered in the Pervomaiska community of Mykolaiv district. The SES engineers successfully transported and neutralized the dangerous item in a safe area.

Society • January 20, 05:17 PM • 38615 views
Tragic fire in Mykolaiv region: a 10-year-old boy dies

In the village of Berezanka, a fire broke out in an apartment on the top floor of a residential building, killing a 10-year-old boy. The area of the fire was 2 square meters, and the fire destroyed a mattress.

Crimes and emergencies • January 17, 05:00 PM • 30496 views
195 tons of oil mixture pumped out of the Southern Bug in Mykolaiv due to Russian shelling

After the Russian shelling on December 28, 1800 tons of sunflower oil leaked into the Southern Bug River. As of January 15, 195 tons of water-oil mixture have been pumped out of the water area, and the work continues.

Society • January 16, 02:37 AM • 30022 views
Traitor, who was a member of the Russian General Staff's agent network in Mykolaiv, was sentenced to 15 years in prison

The SBU exposed a member of the Russian military intelligence network in Mykolaiv. The former servicewoman, who worked at a donation center, tried to pass information about the deployment of the Armed Forces to the enemy and was sentenced to 15 years in prison.

War in Ukraine • January 15, 09:18 PM • 58662 views
It can lead to tragedy: Klitschko on public transportation during air raids

The mayor of Kyiv has spoken out against populist demands not to stop public transportation during air raids. According to him, such decisions could lead to a tragedy, so the authorities are guided exclusively by the recommendations of the military.

War in Ukraine • January 15, 05:50 PM • 35298 views
Russia massively shells Ukraine with missiles: where explosions are heard

Russia launches a massive missile attack on the territory of Ukraine. The first explosions were recorded in Kharkiv at 06:08, the alert was announced throughout the country, the enemy is using cruise and ballistic missiles.

War in Ukraine • January 15, 04:37 AM • 129121 views
Scheme of evasion from mobilization in Mykolaiv RRTC: employee detained

An employee of the Mykolaiv TCC was detained for organizing a scheme to avoid mobilization for 4-5 thousand dollars. The suspect faces up to 8 years in prison, and other participants are being investigated.

War in Ukraine • January 13, 01:14 PM • 26705 views
Damage and wounded in Mykolaiv region due to Russian drone attacks

In Mykolaiv region, 4 Shahed drones were shot down, the debris damaged houses in Voznesensk. In the village of Solonchaky, a 71-year-old man was wounded by an FPV drone, his condition is stable.

War in Ukraine • January 13, 06:45 AM • 24579 views
Oil leakage into Southern Bug after Russian attack: over 100 tons pumped out in Mykolaiv

Following the attack by a Russian drone, 1800 tons of sunflower oil spilled into the bays of the Bug estuary. 119 tons have already been pumped out of the river, and work continues around the clock.

War in Ukraine • January 10, 02:00 PM • 23158 views
Man wounded in Mykolaiv due to Russian drone attack

A 49-year-old man was wounded in Mykolaiv as a result of a UAV attack. In Kutsurubska community, 4 houses and infrastructure were damaged by shelling, and three attacks by FPV drones were recorded.

War in Ukraine • January 10, 07:08 AM • 25050 views