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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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Russian army attacks Odesa region with drones again at night: administrative building destroyed, two injured

At night, Russian drones attacked Izmail district of Odesa region. An administrative building and a private house were damaged, two people were injured and one hospitalized.

War in Ukraine • July 25, 05:35 AM • 28022 views
An employee was fatally hit by a truck at Izmail company - police

A 56-year-old employee was hit by a DAF truck while reversing on the territory of a plant in Izmail. The man died on the spot, the driver was sober, and the police are investigating the case under Article 286 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine.

Crimes and emergencies • July 23, 09:12 AM • 15857 views
First beach area opened in southern Odesa region

The first beach recreation area was opened in the village of Prymorske, Izmail district, Odesa region, and the town of Vilkovo, known as "Ukrainian Venice," is also open to tourists this summer.

Society • July 11, 06:24 PM • 16016 views
Monument to Russian General Tuchkov dismantled in Odessa region

On June 11, a monument to Russian General Sergei Tuchkov was dismantled in Izmail, Odessa region, in accordance with the law of Ukraine "on condemnation and Prohibition of propaganda of Russian imperial policy in Ukraine and decolonization of toponymy".

Society • June 11, 08:48 AM • 19636 views
Turkey may transfer floating power plants to Odessa region: keeper tells details

The leadership of the Odessa region is negotiating with Turkey on the transfer of floating power plants to cover the electricity shortage. It is planned to place one vessel each in Izmail, Odessa and Yuzhny.

Economy • June 7, 02:12 PM • 20062 views
Odessa region prepares for the beach season - Kiper

Odessa region is preparing for the beach season, said RMA chairman Oleg Kiper.

Society • June 7, 08:10 AM • 23569 views
A quarter of a million IDPs chose to live in Odessa region-keeper

More than 240 thousand internally displaced Ukrainians decided to live in the Odessa region, increasing its population to more than 2. 5 million people.

Society • June 7, 07:03 AM • 25094 views
Odessa RMA calculated international assistance from partners

The Odessa regional state administration has received significant assistance from international partners, including the EU, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, Sweden, Italy, Greece, Germany, France, the United States and Norway. Partners transfer medical equipment, ambulances, electric generators and other support for the restoration and development of the region.

Society • June 1, 12:58 PM • 34954 views
New exchange: the state border guard service showed the state of Ukrainian defenders after the Russian captivity

The state border guard service noted that among the border guards released today there are those who passed in the Donetsk and Izmail border detachments.

War in Ukraine • May 31, 07:23 PM • 91822 views
All those who returned today from Russian captivity were tortured - Lubinets

According to Lubinets, all those who returned from captivity Today report that they did not see representatives of the ICRC.

War in Ukraine • May 31, 05:13 PM • 97780 views
Released National Guardsmen, border guards and civilians: SBU showed exclusive footage from the last prisoner exchange

Ukraine managed to return 75 people from Russian captivity. Among them are National Guardsmen, border guards, a police officer and four civilians. The SBU also showed exclusive footage of the prisoner exchange.

Society • May 31, 11:56 AM • 20669 views
More than 8 thousand railcars with grain are moving to seaports

8,151 railcars with grain cargo are heading to the ports of Greater Odesa, up almost 700 units from a week ago, with increased daily unloading rates and foreign exchange earnings from exports.

Economy • April 26, 09:40 AM • 24642 views
The enemy is trying to destroy the entire infrastructure of Odesa region, but we are holding on - RMA

Despite Russia's attempts to destroy Ukraine's infrastructure, Odesa region continues to function, with businesses operating and residents preparing for the beach season.

Society • April 19, 03:22 PM • 27644 views
HACCU announces verdict against head and deputy of Odesa city council found guilty of corruption

The head and a deputy of the city council of Izmail district of Odesa region were sentenced to 9 and 10 years in prison, respectively, for taking a bribe for leasing a land plot.

Crimes and emergencies • April 18, 07:21 AM • 20073 views
Abduction of a teenager by people in military uniforms in Odesa region: proceedings opened, TAC conducts an investigation

In Odesa region, people in military uniforms kidnapped a 14-year-old teenager but later released him. The police opened a criminal case over the kidnapping, and the TCC is conducting an internal investigation.

Crimes and emergencies • April 7, 01:13 PM • 35531 views
In Odesa region began to repair the "jubilee" road, which is unfit for travel

In Odesa region began to repair the "jubilee" road, which is unfit for travel.

Society • April 1, 11:54 AM • 20240 views
Kiper: Heating season in Odesa region to be gradually completed

The heating season in Odesa Oblast will gradually end on 31 March due to warming weather.

Society • March 28, 11:03 AM • 27314 views
Children need to get to school, ambulances need to get to hospitals: Odesa Regional State Administration is asked to find a way to repair roads in the region

Odesa Regional State Administration is asked to find a way to repair roads in the region.

Society • March 21, 08:08 AM • 26266 views
Military rehabilitation network is being developed in Odesa region

Several rehabilitation projects are being implemented in Odesa Oblast to help servicemen and children recover from injuries sustained during the war.

Society • February 21, 12:45 PM • 27144 views
Kubrakov: Ukraine launches new Danube route to increase exports amid Polish border blockade

Ukraine launches an additional route across the Danube River to boost exports amid a border blockade by Polish protesters.

Economy • February 21, 07:39 AM • 28902 views
Odesa region authorities predict an increase in harvest - three irrigation systems will be reconstructed this year

Three irrigation systems in the south of Odesa Oblast are undergoing major repairs and reconstruction funded by the regional budget to increase irrigated areas by 6,400 hectares by early 2024.

Society • February 13, 05:41 PM • 38588 views
Dozens of kilograms of explosives found in the wreckage of a Shahed drone in Moldova

Fragments of an Iranian Shahed drone containing an unexploded warhead with about 50 kg of explosives were found in southern Moldova near the Ukrainian border.

War in Ukraine • February 12, 12:44 PM • 25181 views
Residents of Bessarabia have changed their traditional pro-Russian vector to pro-Ukrainian - The Economist explains the reasons

Residents of Bessarabia have changed their traditional pro-Russian vector to pro-Ukrainian - The Economist explains the reasons.

War in Ukraine • February 12, 09:49 AM • 51455 views
russians attacked Odesa region three times with kamikaze drones: four people were wounded

russian troops attacked Odesa region three times with kamikaze drones on the night of February 10, wounding four people.

War in Ukraine • February 10, 07:14 AM • 30831 views
Explosions are heard in Izmail, Odesa region

Explosions were heard in Izmail, Odesa region, and an air raid alert was issued as Russian drones moved west over the Black Sea.

War in Ukraine • February 9, 10:59 PM • 29941 views
Influenza and ARVI epidemic: Odesa Regional Education Administration tells under what conditions schools in the region will switch to distance learning

If 20% of the school's students fall ill, the principal decides to introduce quarantine restrictions in the school.

Health • February 9, 12:43 PM • 29474 views
To the sound of sirens: Danube ports increased cargo transshipment sixfold in 2023

Last year, the cargo turnover of Odesa Region's ports more than tripled to over 32 million tons compared to pre-war levels, and the port of Izmail more than doubled to 20. 2 million tons.

War in Ukraine • February 2, 06:10 PM • 106387 views