A new mural has been unveiled in Odessa on the Teschin Bridge, representing a vibrant symbol of resilience and resistance against Russian aggression. The artist portrayed Cossack Mamai not just as a folkloric character but as an image of the modern Ukrainian soldier.

According to the National Resistance Center, the work was created by artist Mykhailo Skop, who crafted a powerful visual representation of the Ukrainian struggle. In the hands of the Cossack is the trident, and alongside are the shadows of Cossacks who once stormed Khadjibey. Beneath the hero's feet lies the Moscow Leviathan, vanquished by the symbols of Odessa and Ukraine.

This mural is part of the "Resistance Wall Paintings" series. It is the third such mural in the city, conveying the message of Ukrainian resistance through the language of the streets.

"The new mural in Odessa – Cossack Mamai has returned to inspire resistance," states the National Resistance Center's Facebook page.

The project organizers emphasize the symbolic significance of the work: "This is not just a folkloric hero. It is the image of a modern Ukrainian warrior." The artist connected historical memory with the contemporary context of the struggle for independence.

Special attention is drawn to the details of the composition. The shadows of the Cossacks storming Khadjibey remind us of Odessa's heroic past when the city was seized by Ukrainian warriors. The image of the Moscow Leviathan beneath the Cossack symbolizes victory over the enemy.

"Memory is our weapon," the project authors note, highlighting the importance of historical consciousness in modern struggles.

The "Resistance Wall Paintings" series aims not only to beautify city walls but also to boost the fighting spirit of the people of Odessa and remind them of Ukraine's heroic history. Each mural becomes part of the cultural front in the war against Russian aggression.

"Odessa speaks the language of the streets – and each of these images strikes a blow against the enemy," state the project organizers.