Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky recently made a rare trip from Kyiv and visited troops in the Mykolaiv region of his nation. This is considered to be one of the front lines in their war against Russian aggression. He did not announce exactly when the trip occurred, but earlier today, he posted photos of himself handing out medals to brave men and women. He posted the pics on his official Telegram page, a must-read for those of you closely following the war in Ukraine.
A Physician stops to take a selfie with the popular President during his trip to a hospital in the Mykolaiv region. Image Credit: @V_Zelenskiy_official/Telegram
In a video posted on Telegram, he tells his warfighters:
“We will definitely hold out! We will definitely win! Our brave men. Each of them is working flat out.”
In addition to meeting with military personnel, Zelensky visited a local hospital and spoke with medical staffers concerning their issues. While there, he also met with local officials concerning the water supply, farming, and ways to boost the local economy.
Wondering where Mykolaiv was located? I was too. It is both a city and a municipality and is one of the main shipbuilding centers of the Black Sea. As you can see, it is quite a distance from the capital of Kyiv. Image Credit: worldeasyguides.com
Holding the Coastline
Mykolaiv is a city of almost half a million people and has been on the front lines of the war with Russia since March. It’s a strategic point in halting the Russian advance of troops on their way to the Black Sea port of Odessa. Russian officials have made it clear that it is their aim to take complete control of the eastern and southern regions of Ukraine. While they have made some progress in the east, they have not had the same successes in the areas around the Black Sea.
Russia made its play for Ukraine’s coastline months ago, resulting in a standoff that has caused a global food crisis as grain to be exported must remain in Ukrainian holding facilities.
Mr. Zelensky examining damage in the Mykolaiv region. Consistent with his style, he conducted a walking tour with armed security rather than barricading himself in an armored limousine. Image Credit: Ukrainian Presidential Press Office
In the city of Odessa, the President presented awards to officials in the Ministry of Affairs, praising them for their heroic service and telling them that their survival was paramount to Ukraine’s success. He told them, “It is important that you are alive. As long as you live, there is a strong Ukrainian wall that protects our country.”
As he tours the south, Zelensky remains painfully aware that brutal fighting continues in the Donbas region, where hundreds of civilians remain holed up in a chemical plant in the strategically important city of Sievierodonetsk. It’s hard to get exact numbers of how many Ukrainian fighters remain in that besieged city, but fears are that as Russia continues with ground assaults and artillery strikes, it could eventually turn into another Mariupol where hundreds of Ukrainian fighters were forced to surrender.
Rallying the Troops
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky recently made a rare trip from Kyiv and visited troops in the Mykolaiv region of his nation. This is considered to be one of the front lines in their war against Russian aggression. He did not announce exactly when the trip occurred, but earlier today, he posted photos of himself handing out medals to brave men and women. He posted the pics on his official Telegram page, a must-read for those of you closely following the war in Ukraine.
A Physician stops to take a selfie with the popular President during his trip to a hospital in the Mykolaiv region. Image Credit: @V_Zelenskiy_official/Telegram
In a video posted on Telegram, he tells his warfighters:
“We will definitely hold out! We will definitely win! Our brave men. Each of them is working flat out.”
In addition to meeting with military personnel, Zelensky visited a local hospital and spoke with medical staffers concerning their issues. While there, he also met with local officials concerning the water supply, farming, and ways to boost the local economy.
Wondering where Mykolaiv was located? I was too. It is both a city and a municipality and is one of the main shipbuilding centers of the Black Sea. As you can see, it is quite a distance from the capital of Kyiv. Image Credit: worldeasyguides.com
Holding the Coastline
Mykolaiv is a city of almost half a million people and has been on the front lines of the war with Russia since March. It’s a strategic point in halting the Russian advance of troops on their way to the Black Sea port of Odessa. Russian officials have made it clear that it is their aim to take complete control of the eastern and southern regions of Ukraine. While they have made some progress in the east, they have not had the same successes in the areas around the Black Sea.
Russia made its play for Ukraine’s coastline months ago, resulting in a standoff that has caused a global food crisis as grain to be exported must remain in Ukrainian holding facilities.
Mr. Zelensky examining damage in the Mykolaiv region. Consistent with his style, he conducted a walking tour with armed security rather than barricading himself in an armored limousine. Image Credit: Ukrainian Presidential Press Office
In the city of Odessa, the President presented awards to officials in the Ministry of Affairs, praising them for their heroic service and telling them that their survival was paramount to Ukraine’s success. He told them, “It is important that you are alive. As long as you live, there is a strong Ukrainian wall that protects our country.”
As he tours the south, Zelensky remains painfully aware that brutal fighting continues in the Donbas region, where hundreds of civilians remain holed up in a chemical plant in the strategically important city of Sievierodonetsk. It’s hard to get exact numbers of how many Ukrainian fighters remain in that besieged city, but fears are that as Russia continues with ground assaults and artillery strikes, it could eventually turn into another Mariupol where hundreds of Ukrainian fighters were forced to surrender.
As someone who’s seen what happens when the truth is distorted, I know how unfair it feels when those who’ve sacrificed the most lose their voice. At SOFREP, our veteran journalists, who once fought for freedom, now fight to bring you unfiltered, real-world intel. But without your support, we risk losing this vital source of truth. By subscribing, you’re not just leveling the playing field—you’re standing with those who’ve already given so much, ensuring they continue to serve by delivering stories that matter. Every subscription means we can hire more veterans and keep their hard-earned knowledge in the fight. Don’t let their voices be silenced. Please consider subscribing now.
One team, one fight,
Brandon Webb former Navy SEAL, Bestselling Author and Editor-in-Chief
Barrett is the world leader in long-range, large-caliber, precision rifle design and manufacturing. Barrett products are used by civilians, sport shooters, law enforcement agencies, the United States military, and more than 75 State Department-approved countries around the world.
PO Box 1077 MURFREESBORO, Tennessee 37133 United States
Scrubba Wash Bag
Our ultra-portable washing machine makes your journey easier. This convenient, pocket-sized travel companion allows you to travel lighter while helping you save money, time and water.
Our roots in shooting sports started off back in 1996 with our founder and CEO, Josh Ungier. His love of airguns took hold of our company from day one and we became the first e-commerce retailer dedicated to airguns, optics, ammo, and accessories. Over the next 25 years, customers turned to us for our unmatched product selection, great advice, education, and continued support of the sport and airgun industry.
COMMENTS
There are on this article.
You must become a subscriber or login to view or post comments on this article.