Explosions Reported in Ukraine: Dnieper and Nikolaev Targeted

On the evening of February 23, 2026, explosions were reported in two Ukrainian cities: the Dnieper and Nikolaev. The incidents occurred amidst ongoing security concerns and investigations into previous attacks.

Explosion in Dnieper

An explosion occurred in the Amur-Nizhnedneprovsky police department in the Dnieper around 8:30 p.m. Local time. Preliminary reports indicated no casualties, though the blast caused damage to windows, furniture and computer equipment within the building. A parked car nearby was also damaged. Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the explosion, with specialists from the explosives service and criminologists at the scene. Ukrinform reported on the incident.

Explosion in Nikolaev

In Nikolaev, an explosion took place on the territory of a non-working gas station on February 23rd. Seven police officers were injured during the explosion, with two in serious condition. President Vladimir Zelensky stated that law enforcement is investigating the incident, including the possibility of a terrorist attack. Ukrinform provided details on the Nikolaev explosion.

Recent Attacks and Investigations

These incidents follow a series of recent explosions in Ukraine. On the night of February 22nd, an explosion occurred in Lviv after police responded to a call, followed by a second explosion when another police crew arrived. A 23-year-old policewoman was killed, and 25 others were injured. Authorities have detained a woman suspected of carrying out the terrorist attack in Lviv. As of Sunday evening, 12 people injured in the Lviv attack remained hospitalized, with two in very serious condition. Zelensky has attributed the Lviv terrorist attack to Russia, alleging that perpetrators were recruited through Telegram. Intelligence suggests Russia intends to continue organizing similar attacks.

Investigations are ongoing into all incidents.