During the night of June 19, Russian occupying forces launched a new attack on Mykolaiv region, using Shahed 131/136 kamikaze drones, which caused significant destruction at one of the region’s agricultural enterprises
According to official reports, the production facility was damaged, and large fires broke out in warehouse facilities and open areas with dry grass. The head of the Mykolaiv Regional Military Administration, Vitaliy Kim, reported on his Telegram channel that around 3:50 a.m. on June 19, alert signals sounded over the region. The occupiers carried out a drone attack aimed specifically at the infrastructure of the Inhul territorial community. As a result of the attack, a farming enterprise was substantially damaged; explosions and fires destroyed part of the warehouse buildings, and there was a threat of fire spreading to surrounding areas. The head of the military administration clarified that the fires were quickly extinguished thanks to coordinated efforts by firefighters and rescue services. Importantly, no personnel or local residents were injured during the incident — there are no reports of casualties or victims at present. According to Vitaliy Kim, drone attacks are another manifestation of aggression by Russian occupiers, who are trying to destabilize the situation in the region and cause damage to the Ukrainian economy and food security. This is not the first such attack on Mykolaiv region, which has openly become one of the vulnerable zones in Ukraine’s southern strategic direction, where the enemy actively employs drones for missile and air strikes. Local residents and agricultural workers are watching the new attacks with concern, especially since agricultural production is a significant source of income for the region and a strategic resource for the Ukrainian economy as a whole. The Inhul community and all of Mykolaiv region are currently under heightened surveillance and response protocols, as Russian occupiers continue to demonstrate ongoing interest in destroying infrastructure and weakening the region, which faces civilian resistance. The armed forces and law enforcement agencies continue to closely monitor the situation, responding to any new challenges that may arise accordingly. Local authorities urge residents to stay calm, follow safety rules, and report any suspicious activities or objects that might pose a threat. Overall, these events again demonstrate how complex and risky the current situation in Ukraine’s southern regions is, where Russian forces attempt to sow chaos and break the resistance of local residents. Meanwhile, Ukrainian security forces and agencies continue to show their ability to respond swiftly and minimize the consequences of enemy attacks to ensure safety and stability in the region.