"It's nice to give people electricity again," Nikopol's mayor, Oleksandr Sayuk, said, acknowledging that ongoing conflict has halved the city's once-thriving population of 100,000.
Vladyslav shared the dangers of restoring power, explaining that one attack is often followed by another, complicating repairs and placing technicians at risk from ongoing shelling.
"We're like on a platter here," technician Maksym remarked, highlighting the vulnerability of workers in Nikopol as they face constant threats from nearby artillery and drone attacks.
The destruction of the Kakhovka Reservoir and the occupation by Russian forces have severely impacted the livelihood and safety of Nikopol's residents, creating a climate of fear.
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