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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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Traffic restricted on Kherson-Mykolaiv highway due to Russian drones - RMAPhoto

Due to the activity of Russian UAVs, traffic on the M-14 Kherson-Mykolaiv highway has been temporarily restricted. The enemy is deliberately attacking civilian transport.

War in Ukraine • August 27, 09:09 AM • 4603 views
Russian drones active on Kherson-Mykolaiv highway, restrictions possible - RMA

The head of the Kherson RMA warned about high activity of Russian drones on the M-14 Kherson-Mykolaiv highway. The enemy deliberately attacks civilian transport, so movement along this route is not recommended.

Society • August 26, 05:48 AM • 4188 views
Russians in Kherson region attacked prosecutor's office employees with a drone: pre-trial investigation launched

In the Kherson region, a Russian drone attacked a prosecutor's office service vehicle on the Mykolaiv-Kherson highway. A 58-year-old driver and a 38-year-old prosecutor were injured and taken to the hospital.

War in Ukraine • August 25, 05:02 PM • 4127 views
Not an occupation of territories? Lavrov again made a false statement regarding the reasons for the attack on Ukraine

The head of the Russian Foreign Ministry stated that the Kremlin "never aimed to occupy the territories of Ukraine," but is trying to "protect Russians. "

Society • August 19, 10:33 AM • 65794 views
Qatar returns to Mykolaiv: memorandum signed on renewal of Olvia port concession

Representatives of Ukraine and Qatar signed a memorandum on the renewal of the concession project for the port of Olvia in Mykolaiv region. Investment implementation is planned after the adoption of a new law.

Economy • August 15, 02:26 PM • 7577 views
SBU successfully thwarts Russian plan "Diversionary Noise" across Ukraine - Malyuk

The Security Service of Ukraine is effectively countering the Russian plan "Diversionary Noise," which involves large-scale terrorist attacks and explosions. Almost 80% of enemy manifestations are preemptively uncovered thanks to the institution of double agency and an "agent-technical cap" over the regions.

Society • August 13, 05:41 AM • 4281 views
Up to a quarter of beach water samples do not meet standards: where you can and cannot swim

The Ministry of Health of Ukraine reported that 24% of water samples at bathing sites do not meet microbiological standards. Of 104 samples taken, 25 were found to be contaminated.

Society • August 9, 11:28 AM • 12442 views
Explosion occurred in Mykolaiv during an air raid alert

An explosion occurred in Mykolaiv during an air raid alert. Mayor Oleksandr Sienkevych confirmed the event, the head of the OMA warned of a target on the city.

War in Ukraine • August 7, 05:49 AM • 3267 views
Collaborator exposed: worked with Russia to prepare series of strikes on MykolaivPhoto

The SBU exposed a 45-year-old resident of Mykolaiv who was coordinating Russian missile and drone attacks, working for Russian special services. He was transmitting the coordinates of Ukrainian troops to the occupiers, preparing a new series of air strikes.

War in Ukraine • August 6, 01:39 PM • 3445 views
In Mykolaiv, a group of teenagers could not get into a closed shelter: the police launched an investigation

The Mykolaiv police have launched a criminal investigation into a closed shelter during a missile attack. A group of teenagers could not get into the shelter, the doors of which were locked.

Society • August 4, 12:30 PM • 3617 views
In Zaporizhzhia region, one person died as a result of a Russian strike, three were wounded

In Zaporizhzhia region, one person died and three were wounded as a result of a Russian strike. The occupiers carried out 517 attacks on 16 settlements in the region.

Society • August 3, 06:55 AM • 14315 views
Over the day, five civilians were killed in Donetsk region, and 11 more were wounded

On August 2, as a result of enemy shelling in Donetsk region, 5 civilians were killed and 11 more were wounded. The total number of victims is given without taking into account the temporarily occupied Mariupol and Volnovakha.

Society • August 3, 05:43 AM • 6592 views
Missile strike on Mykolaiv: 7 injured, damaged houses, post office branchPhoto

On the evening of August 2, Mykolaiv was subjected to a missile strike, which resulted in the destruction of three private houses and damage to 23 private, 12 apartment buildings, six cars, a post office, and a building materials store. Seven people were injured, four of them received medical care on the spot, three were hospitalized.

War in Ukraine • August 3, 04:58 AM • 5625 views
Russian drones attacked Chuhuiv: houses damaged, casualties reported in the city

On the night of August 3, Russian drones damaged private houses in Chuhuiv, as a result of which three women suffered an acute stress reaction. Emergency services are working at the scene.

War in Ukraine • August 2, 11:02 PM • 4648 views
Russia launched a missile strike on a residential area of Mykolaiv, there are casualties: the State Emergency Service showed the consequences

Russian troops shelled civilian infrastructure in Mykolaiv on August 2. Private houses were destroyed, and a number of residential buildings, including multi-story ones, were damaged.

War in Ukraine • August 2, 08:47 PM • 8945 views
Power outage recorded in Mykolaiv region

Mykolaiv region was left without electricity late in the evening on August 2. The outage occurred after a Russian attack on the city of Mykolaiv, which caused a fire.

War in Ukraine • August 2, 08:08 PM • 8359 views
"Had real grounds": the Ground Forces announced the reboot of the TCCPhoto

The Command of the Ground Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine announced the reboot of the TCC and SP. Out of 244 incidents in July, only 33 cases were confirmed, which led to suspension and disciplinary action.

Society • July 31, 04:31 PM • 5751 views
In Mykolaiv, a man died after jumping from a bridge while fleeing from the TCC - SBIPhotoVideo

Law enforcement is investigating the incident for possible abuse of power by the TCC.

Society • July 30, 12:27 PM • 11599 views
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In Kryvyi Rih, an 18-year-old boy raped a minor: police reported suspicion

In Kryvyi Rih, an 18-year-old boy was detained on suspicion of raping a minor. The incident occurred on July 26, and he was notified of suspicion under Article 152 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine.

Society • July 28, 09:46 AM • 46355 views
Prepared a double terrorist attack near the TCC: FSB agents detained in MykolaivPhotoVideo

The SBU detained two FSB agents who were preparing a double terrorist attack near the regional TCC in Mykolaiv. The attackers planned to detonate two explosive devices: one near the administrative building of the TCC, the second – after the arrival of rescuers and police.

Society • July 24, 08:46 AM • 3745 views
Fire extinguished at warehouses in Mykolaiv after Russian strike: consequences shownPhoto

Fires at warehouses of two enterprises in Mykolaiv, which arose as a result of an attack by enemy UAVs of the "Shahed 131/136" type on the night of July 24, have been extinguished. The total area of the fire was 450 sq. m, there were no casualties.

War in Ukraine • July 24, 06:24 AM • 3340 views
Mykolaiv under attack: night drone attack caused fires

On the night of July 24, Mykolaiv was attacked by Shahed-type drones, which led to fires. Mayor Oleksandr Sienkevych and head of the Regional Military Administration Vitaliy Kim confirmed the incident; there is no information about casualties.

War in Ukraine • July 24, 12:53 AM • 4865 views
Part of Mykolaiv left without electricity, cause being investigated

Electricity disappeared in a number of districts of Mykolaiv. Mayor Oleksandr Sienkevych reported that the causes are being investigated, and contact is maintained with the regional power company.

Crimes and emergencies • July 23, 08:19 PM • 4520 views
Ukrzaliznytsia launched an additional train from Kyiv to Chernihiv: what is known

Ukrzaliznytsia is adding train No. 702/701 Kyiv – Chernihiv, which will run on July 27 and August 1-3. It will have air conditioning and stops in Vydubychi, Darnytsia, Nizhyn, and named after Borys Oliynyk.

Society • July 23, 04:12 PM • 7670 views
New train launched from the south to the Carpathians: route and schedule details

Starting August 1, "Ukrzaliznytsia" launches a new train No. 209/210 Mykolaiv – Ivano-Frankivsk. It will run every other day, connecting the southern regions with the Carpathians.

Society • July 23, 08:38 AM • 11942 views
Planted explosives near prosecutor's car in Dnipro: FSB agent sentenced to 15 years in prisonPhoto

The court found a resident of Poltava region guilty of treason and terrorism. The man blew up a prosecutor's car in Dnipro, as a result of which the victim was injured.

Society • July 18, 01:40 PM • 5592 views
Prepared attack on Kharkiv City Council: SBU detained enemy spotterPhoto

SBU counterintelligence detained a spotter of Russian strikes on Kharkiv, who provided the occupiers with the location of a city council unit. The 45-year-old unemployed woman was recruited via Telegram and maintained contact with the occupiers through a chatbot.

Society • July 17, 08:03 AM • 6310 views
Men who raped and robbed a minor girl received up to 9 years in prison

In Kyiv, in Pechersk, two men were sentenced to 9 years in prison for raping and robbing a 15-year-old girl. The perpetrators took the victim's phone and transferred 1,000 hryvnias from her account.

Crimes and emergencies • July 16, 01:17 PM • 3503 views
The SBU detained two FSB agents who were preparing a large-scale sabotage in a port in Odesa regionPhoto

The SBU detained two FSB agents who were preparing a missile strike on a saltpeter storage facility in one of Odesa region's seaports. One of the agents got a job as a handyman at the port to track cargo, and his accomplice helped with movement and setting fire to relay cabinets.

War in Ukraine • July 16, 01:02 PM • 3746 views
Planned sabotage at the behest of Russian special services: two Odesa residents received suspicion notices

Two residents of Odesa region have been notified of suspicion of high treason for arsons and an offer of sabotage. One of the defendants, wanted for violating military registration, involved his cohabitant, who works as a controller at the port, to plan sabotage involving 1,500 tons of saltpeter.

Society • July 16, 12:42 PM • 2646 views