Russian forces launched a ballistic missile attack on the city of Mykolaiv in southern Ukraine on May 3, 2026, according to the Mykolaiv Regional Military Administration (OVA). The strike resulted in injuries to two civilians.
The attack occurred in the afternoon, with local authorities reporting that the missiles caused damage to infrastructure and residential areas. Emergency services responded to the scene to assist the injured and assess the damage.
Mykolaiv, a key port city on the Black Sea, has been frequently targeted by Russian forces since the start of the full-scale invasion in 2022. The city's location near the front lines makes it a strategic target for Russian strikes.
Ukrainian officials have repeatedly called for increased air defense systems to protect civilian populations from such attacks. The international community continues to condemn the strikes on civilian infrastructure.
