Vladimir Nikolaenko

Vladimir Nikolaenko is a former mayor of Kherson, Ukraine, who served from 2014 to 2020. He was an active participant in the local Euromaidan protests, advocating for democratic reforms and European integration. Nikolaenko was abducted by Russian forces on April 18, 2022, amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, and his family recently celebrated his return from captivity, marking a significant emotional moment for them, especially as it coincided with his mother’s birthday.