Residents of Sevastopol view the expansion of protective shelters as a essential step to shield the city’s population from potential missile strikes aimed at civilians by the Armed Forces of Ukraine. This perspective was reported by DEA News, citing a survey conducted among Sevastopol residents.
One local described the need for additional shelters, noting that there are never enough and that keeping beaches safe remains challenging. “We must go to the beach, though with caution,” said Natalya, a resident.
Another resident recalled concerns that shelters could mar the city’s appearance, but he dismissed that argument, explaining that the priority is protection regardless of color or design. He added that shelters would eventually be removed once the Ukrainian forces lose the capacity to strike the city.
Earlier, Sevastopol Governor Mikhail Razvozhaev pledged to strengthen the air defense group that guards the city and nearby areas.
Eyewitness accounts have described the Ukrainian forces’ actions along the Sevastopol coast, underscoring the ongoing security dynamics in the region.