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Izmail

Danube port city
Izmail is a city in Odesa Oblast, Ukraine, and the administrative center of Izmail Raion. It is located in the south of the region, on the left bank of the Danube River, in the Kiliya branch, approximately 80 kilometers from the Black Sea coast. With an area of 53.5 km² and a population of about 69,932 people as of 2022, Izmail is the second-largest city in Odesa Oblast by population. The history of Izmail dates back to the 9th–10th centuries when it was part of Kyivan Rus, and later was under the influence of the Principality of Galicia-Volhynia. In the late 15th century, the settlement, then called Smil, was captured by the Turks and transformed into the Izmail fortress, which had important strategic significance. The city repeatedly changed hands between various empires, in particular, it became a significant seaport after joining the Russian Empire in 1812, and since 1991, it has been part of independent Ukraine.
1812
Izmail became a district town and began to develop as a significant sea and river port
1813
A quarantine office was established, marking the beginning of the history of the Izmail port
1828
The port of Izmail received the right to free trade, contributing to its active development
1830
Izmail officially received city status
1892
The first stone embankment was built in the port, improving its infrastructure
1945
The city port was extensively restored and reconstructed after the war, significantly increasing its capacity
1954
Izmail became a district center, confirming its administrative importance in the region
1994
The Izmail Sea Commercial Port was registered as an independent state enterprise of Ukraine
2023
The Izmail port prematurely fulfilled its annual cargo handling plan, demonstrating economic efficiency
2024
The Izmail Sea Commercial Port celebrated its 210th anniversary since its establishment
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Infant's body found in a wardrobe in Izmail – prosecutor's office announces criminal proceedings

In Izmail, the body of an infant was discovered in a bag inside the apartment of a deceased 33-year-old woman. Law enforcement officers are investigating the case, currently marked as an accident.

Society • May 19, 11:36 AM • 19252 views
In Izmail, the body of an infant was found in a closet in a deceased woman's apartment - MP

In Izmail, according to an MP, a 33-year-old woman with an alcohol addiction passed away. In her apartment, law enforcement officers, according to information received by the MP, discovered a bag containing the body of a newborn boy in a closet.

Crimes and emergencies • May 19, 09:12 AM • 3338 views
Romania scrambled F-16 fighter jets due to Russian attack on UkrainePhoto

Due to the Russian attack on Izmail, Romania scrambled two F-16 fighter jets to monitor the situation. In the Odesa region, a drone hit a warehouse; there were no casualties.

War in Ukraine • May 19, 05:47 AM • 4547 views
Night attack on Izmail resulted in damage to port infrastructure

As a result of the night attack on Izmail, port infrastructure facilities were damaged. There are no casualties; most targets were destroyed over open territory.

War in Ukraine • May 19, 01:55 AM • 8940 views
Preparing a terrorist attack in Zhytomyr disguised as a courier — SBU detains Russian agentPhoto

The SBU has detained a woman who was preparing an explosion in Zhytomyr under the guise of a courier. An improvised explosive device and chemical components were seized from the perpetrator. She faces life imprisonment with confiscation of property.

Society • May 5, 07:42 AM • 6021 views
A Russian drone entered Romania during a night attack on Ukraine on May 2

A Russian drone violated Romanian airspace during a night attack on Izmail. The country's Ministry of Defense scrambled two F-16 fighter jets for surveillance.

War in Ukraine • May 2, 08:10 AM • 6135 views
Massive air attack on Ukraine - explosions heard in several regionsVideo

The enemy attacked Dnipro, Zaporizhzhia, Cherkasy, and Izmail. In Dnipro, a woman was injured, an administrative building is on fire, and in Kharkiv region, two civilians were injured by KAB strikes.

War in Ukraine • April 15, 12:50 AM • 22236 views
Russia attacked Izmail with drones, damaging port infrastructurePhoto

As a result of the night drone attack in Izmail, port infrastructure facilities and warehouses were damaged. Rescuers extinguished fires; there were no casualties.

War in Ukraine • April 8, 05:39 AM • 3943 views
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NACP must check the property of the family of the candidate for the head of the State Migration Service Suvorov - MPs

MPs demand an audit of Vladyslav Suvorov's assets before his appointment. The official's family owns elite real estate and cars worth millions of hryvnias.

Economy • March 9, 11:13 AM • 87769 views
SBU detained two Ukrainians for registering Starlink for occupiersPhotoVideo

The SBU detained two residents of Izmail who registered Starlink for Russian occupiers for $30. They face life imprisonment for treason committed by a group of persons in prior conspiracy.

Society • February 24, 10:59 AM • 5370 views
Minibus with 15 passengers skidded into a ditch on the Odesa-Reni highway: six people hospitalized

On the Odesa-Reni highway, a Ford Transit minibus with 15 passengers overturned into a ditch. Six passengers were hospitalized, the driver was sober.

Crimes and emergencies • January 23, 08:49 PM • 4861 views
Russia attacked ports and logistics in Odesa region and railways in Volyn and Sumy regions on New Year's Eve: Deputy Prime Minister reported details

Russia attacked ports in Odesa region and railway infrastructure in Kovel and Konotop on New Year's Eve. Piers, equipment, machinery, transport and infrastructure were damaged, but the attack did not affect train traffic.

War in Ukraine • January 1, 11:27 AM • 130112 views
In Odesa region, a polyclinic was damaged as a result of the enemy's night shellingPhoto

As a result of the enemy's night attack on the south of Odesa region, a polyclinic in Izmail was damaged. More than 30 windows were broken, doors and part of the roof were damaged, but no one was injured.

Society • December 26, 10:41 AM • 5399 views
No preconditions seen: the government responded whether fuel prices will change due to Russian strikes on Odesa region

Deputy Prime Minister for Reconstruction Oleksiy Kuleba stated that he sees no preconditions for fuel price increases after the strikes on the Odesa region. He held talks with gas station operators and carriers, who confirmed the absence of a threat of price hikes.

Society • December 20, 04:36 PM • 56705 views
The bridge in Mayaky, Odesa region, suffered more than 5 enemy hits, passage is impossible - Deputy Prime Minister

The bridge in Mayaky, Odesa region, suffered more than 5 enemy hits, making passage impossible; a pontoon crossing was deployed as an alternative. Employees of the Restoration Agency are working to restore the bridge, despite constant air raid alerts.

Society • December 20, 04:09 PM • 31232 views
Ukrzaliznytsia assigns an additional group of carriages to Chisinau from Odesa and Kyiv

Today, December 20, Ukrzaliznytsia begins selling tickets for additional carriages to Chisinau from Odesa and Kyiv. This decision is an operational response to the complications of crossing the Moldovan border by other modes of transport.

Society • December 20, 08:07 AM • 8985 views
Svyrydenko: Fuel prices will not rise due to the Russian strike on the bridge in Odesa region

The Ukrainian government is promptly eliminating the consequences of the Russian strike on the key bridge between Odesa and Izmail, establishing alternative communication routes. The region is provided with resources, transport operations are being adapted, and business operations are supported, the Cabinet of Ministers assures.

Economy • December 19, 09:52 PM • 5094 views
A country that strikes ports and kills sailors: Ukraine called for Russia not to be allowed into the Council of the International Maritime Organization

Ukraine calls on the world not to allow Russia to be elected to the Council of the International Maritime Organization, as the aggressor country strikes ports, merchant ships, and kills sailors. Deputy Prime Minister Oleksiy Kuleba emphasized that Russia should not set global standards for maritime safety.

Politics • November 24, 06:54 PM • 7247 views
Romania scrambled F-16s due to Russian attack on Ukraine near the border

Romania scrambled two F-16 fighter jets on the night of November 21-22 to monitor the air situation on the border with Ukraine. This happened after intensified Russian attacks and the detection of drones in the Izmail area.

War in Ukraine • November 22, 10:02 AM • 5863 views
Fire on a vessel in Izmail extinguished after gas pumping equipment caught fire

The fire on a civilian vessel in the port of Izmail, which broke out after a night attack by the Russian Federation, has been completely extinguished. The operational headquarters is assessing the extent of the damage and planning further steps to restore the infrastructure.

Society • November 18, 08:14 AM • 3924 views
After the Russian attack on the port of Izmail, gas pumping equipment caught fire on the vessel: an operational headquarters has been deployed, there are no grounds for evacuation

After Russia's night attack on the port of Izmail, gas pumping equipment caught fire on board a Turkish vessel. An operational headquarters is working on site, and no evacuation of the population is required.

War in Ukraine • November 17, 11:52 AM • 4469 views
Russian attack on Odesa region on November 17: village in Romania evacuated due to threat of explosion of liquefied gas vesselVideo

The vessel caught fire in the port of Izmail, Odesa region, after a Russian attack.

War in Ukraine • November 17, 11:32 AM • 4535 views
Romania reported crash and debris of drone after a Russian attack on Ukraine near the border

On the night of November 10-11, 2025, Russia attacked southern Ukraine. The Romanian Ministry of Defense detected UAVs, one of which may have fallen on the country's territory.

War in Ukraine • November 11, 07:08 AM • 28844 views
6 people killed, at least 35 injured in Russia's night attack on Ukraine - Prosecutor's OfficePhoto

As a result of Russia's night attack on October 22, 6 people were killed in Kyiv and Kyiv Oblast, and at least 35 were injured in various regions. Residential areas, energy, port, and industrial facilities were damaged.

War in Ukraine • October 22, 08:05 AM • 3856 views
Russia attacked Ukraine's energy infrastructure - Ministry of Energy

On the night of October 22, Russia attacked Ukraine's energy infrastructure. Energy workers will begin restoration work as soon as security conditions allow.

War in Ukraine • October 22, 04:26 AM • 4382 views
Russia attacked Izmail: energy and port infrastructure damaged

Russian troops attacked Izmail in Odesa region, damaging energy and port infrastructure. Power supply is being restored, there are no casualties.

Society • October 22, 01:40 AM • 13346 views
Cargo ship sinks in Black Sea, Ukrainian crew rescued

The cargo ship Eileen, flying the flag of Cameroon, sank in the Black Sea near Bulgaria. 10 Ukrainian sailors, who were on life rafts, were rescued.

News of the World • October 14, 07:09 AM • 30149 views
Daughter of Kyiv City Council deputy Boichenko dies in road accident in Izmail

In the city of Izmail, a 19-year-old BMW driver hit a 22-year-old girl at a pedestrian crossing, who died on the spot. The deceased turned out to be the daughter of Kyiv City Council deputy Pavlo Boichenko.

Society • September 6, 09:01 AM • 23179 views
Young man in Izmail wounded by explosion of unknown objectPhoto

In Izmail, a 23-year-old man sustained shrapnel wounds as a result of an explosion of an unknown object he picked up. Police are investigating the incident, reminding of the danger of touching suspicious objects.

Society • September 1, 10:17 PM • 5483 views
Income up to UAH 1.2 million per night: a criminal who organized an illegal poker club was detained in Odesa regionPhoto

A 31-year-old resident of Izmail, who organized an underground poker club with millions in profits, was detained in Odesa region. He also controlled the criminal "cash fund" and spread influence to other districts.

Society • August 25, 12:02 PM • 5824 views