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Kramatorsk

Administrative center of Donetsk Oblast
Kramatorsk is a city in the Donetsk Oblast in eastern Ukraine, located on the banks of the Kazennyi Torets River, a right tributary of the Siverskyi Donets. Its pre-war population was estimated at 147,145 people (2022 estimate), and in July 2025, the number was reported to be around 53,000 people. The city has served as the temporary administrative center of Donetsk Oblast since October 2014 and is also the administrative center of the Kramatorsk Raion. The city was founded in 1868 around a railway station and developed into an important industrial center for mechanical engineering. Kramatorsk is considered a large urban agglomeration within the Donbas, historically rich in natural resources, including chalk, sand, and valuable clays.
1932
The settlement received city status
2014
The city became the temporary administrative center of Donetsk Oblast
2020
The city ranked 40th in the transparency rating of 100 Ukrainian cities in the "Transparent Cities" study by Transparency International Ukraine
2023
Kramatorsk ranked 2nd in the rating of cities for renaming toponyms as part of decolonization in the "Transparent Cities" study by Transparency International Ukraine
2025
Kramatorsk received the honorary title "Hero City of Ukraine," according to the decree of the President of Ukraine dated September 30, 2025
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Due to the morning attack on the railway, dozens of trains are delayed for a period ranging from several minutes to several hours.

As a result of the Russian strike on railway infrastructure, a number of Ukrzaliznytsia passenger services are delayed. Some trains are delayed by more than eight hours.

Society • September 17, 02:56 PM • 7481 views
Pokrovsk remains a key center of the Russian offensive, marines have been redeployed there - British Ministry of Defense

Russia has redeployed marines from the Kursk and Sumy directions, also capturing part of the Serebryansky forest.

War in Ukraine • September 17, 11:53 AM • 4050 views
Due to the Russian attack on the railway, there are still delays and changes in train traffic: what travelers need to know

As a result of Russia's night attack on the railway infrastructure, power supply to the network is being restored. A number of trains are running with delays, routes have been changed to minimize waiting times.

Society • September 17, 10:19 AM • 8600 views
The number of wounded from the Russian air strike on Kramatorsk has risen to 15Photo

As a result of the air strike on Kramatorsk, the number of wounded civilians has risen to 15. Russian troops hit the city center with three 250-kilogram aerial bombs.

Society • September 15, 01:00 PM • 4219 views
Number of injured in Russian strikes on Kramatorsk has risen to 11: consequences shownPhoto

As a result of the night strikes on Kramatorsk, 11 people were injured. 35 apartment buildings, 3 educational institutions, and other buildings were damaged.

War in Ukraine • September 15, 12:17 PM • 4926 views
Russians hit Kramatorsk center with three bombs overnight: 9 wounded

At 23:10, Russian troops struck the center of Kramatorsk with three FAB-250 bombs equipped with UMPK modules. Nine people are known to have been wounded and are receiving medical assistance.

Society • September 15, 06:30 AM • 5258 views
183 combat engagements recorded in 24 hours, enemy dropped 140 guided bombs - General StaffPhoto

Over the past day, 183 combat engagements were recorded, the enemy launched 3 missile and 81 air strikes, used six missiles and dropped 140 guided bombs. The enemy carried out 5206 shellings, involving 6070 kamikaze drones.

War in Ukraine • September 13, 05:32 AM • 5222 views
Autumn comes into its own: weather forecast for September 11Photo

On September 11, rain, thunderstorms, and a cold snap down to +23°C are expected in western Ukraine. In other regions of the country, warm weather up to +26°C without precipitation will persist.

Weather and environment • September 11, 03:28 AM • 10721 views
Kramatorsk under massive fire: number of wounded increased to 6, including teenagersVideo

Kramatorsk has been subjected to massive shelling for the third day in a row, with 15 strikes recorded. As a result of the attacks, 6 people were wounded, including two teenagers aged 16 and 17.

War in Ukraine • September 10, 04:55 PM • 13864 views
Kramatorsk on September 10 under continuous shelling: three wounded, including a teenagerPhoto

Kramatorsk on September 10 under constant shelling by Russian forces. Three people were reported wounded, including a 16-year-old teenager.

War in Ukraine • September 10, 02:58 PM • 5017 views
Eight traitors who fought against the Defense Forces on the eastern front received 15 years in prison

Eight militants who fought against the Defense Forces in Donetsk region received 15 years in prison with confiscation of property. They were captured in the Kursk, Kramatorsk, and Lyman directions.

Crimes and emergencies • September 9, 10:38 PM • 8255 views
152 combat engagements and almost 2000 drones: General Staff reports on the situation at the front

Since the beginning of the day, 152 combat engagements have been recorded, the enemy used 1977 kamikaze drones and carried out 3416 shellings. In the Pokrovsk direction, 152 occupiers were neutralized and a number of enemy equipment was destroyed.

War in Ukraine • September 9, 07:58 PM • 5464 views
195 combat engagements: enemy struck with missiles, bombs, and artillery - General StaffPhoto

Over the past day, 195 combat engagements took place, the enemy used missiles, guided bombs, and 5516 kamikaze drones. The Defense Forces hit five command posts and one artillery system, destroying 950 occupiers and their equipment.

Society • September 9, 05:36 AM • 8511 views
Zaluzhnyi reacted to the performance of Russian singer Netrebko in London: "A cultural tool that legitimizes murders in Ukraine"

Former Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Valerii Zaluzhnyi commented on the performance of Russian singer Anna Netrebko in London. He emphasized that her performance is a tool for legitimizing Russian aggression.

Politics • September 8, 05:10 PM • 6787 views
68 combat engagements on the front: the enemy actively attacks Pokrovsk and Novopavlivka directions

Since the beginning of the day, 68 combat engagements have taken place, with the enemy being most active in the Pokrovsk and Novopavlivka directions. The Defense Forces repelled most attacks, but fighting continues in several directions.

War in Ukraine • September 6, 01:41 PM • 5317 views
Restoration of tracks and catenary after enemy shelling in Donetsk region will last until the end of the day - Ukrzaliznytsia

Restoration of tracks and catenary is underway in Donetsk region after enemy shelling. Suburban trains in the Kramatorsk direction are limited to Bantysheve station.

Society • September 6, 08:49 AM • 8099 views
The enemy launched 4 missile and 63 air strikes per day: 180 combat engagements recorded - General StaffPhoto

Over the past day, 180 combat engagements were recorded, the enemy carried out 4 missile and 63 air strikes, using 28 missiles and 118 guided aerial bombs. The occupiers also carried out 5088 shellings, involving 6104 kamikaze drones.

War in Ukraine • September 4, 06:16 AM • 6074 views
Russian shelling in Kirovohrad region: trains delayed up to 7 hours

Due to an enemy attack on railway infrastructure in Kirovohrad region, trains are running on bypass routes. This causes delays of up to seven hours; "Ukrzaliznytsia" is working to reduce the delay time.

Society • September 3, 06:26 AM • 5399 views
Consequences of shelling in Donetsk region as of the morning of August 31: 2 people killed, many wounded

Russian troops shelled Donetsk region 33 times, causing two deaths and injuries. Residential buildings and infrastructure in several settlements were damaged.

War in Ukraine • August 31, 08:25 AM • 5581 views
Traitor who guided Russian missiles to frontline hospitals of the Defense Forces received 15 years in prison

The SBU sentenced a Russian agent to 15 years in prison for adjusting Russian air attacks in eastern Ukraine. The perpetrator provided the enemy with coordinates for strikes on hospitals in Kramatorsk, where wounded Ukrainian soldiers were treated.

Crimes and emergencies • August 31, 03:05 AM • 6017 views
On August 29, 172 battles were recorded at the front: in the Pokrovsk direction, Ukrainian defenders stopped 50 assaults

Over the past day, 172 combat engagements took place at the front. The occupiers suffered losses of 850 personnel, 6 tanks, and 47 artillery systems.

War in Ukraine • August 30, 05:45 AM • 6330 views
Russians hit "Nova Poshta" in Kramatorsk with a drone, one killed and a child wounded - RMAPhoto

As a result of a Russian drone strike on a Nova Poshta branch in Kramatorsk, a 49-year-old man was killed. A 13-year-old girl was wounded.

War in Ukraine • August 29, 01:18 PM • 3387 views
Most trains return to schedule, traffic to resume on August 29 - "Ukrzaliznytsia"

Ukrzaliznytsia announced that most trains are returning to schedule, and from August 29, traffic is planned to resume according to the timetable. Delays are gradually being caught up, and the company is doing everything to normalize traffic.

Society • August 28, 09:49 PM • 7727 views
Intercity+ trains are not being reduced after the Russian attack, but train delays persist - Ukrzaliznytsia

The number of Intercity+ services has not changed after one of the Hyundai trains was hit. Delays persist for a number of long-distance trains and suburban trains on the Fastiv and Vinnytsia routes.

Society • August 28, 10:38 AM • 7869 views
Some trains are delayed by 5 or more hours: what are the changes in movement after the Russian attack

Damage to the railway infrastructure near Koziatyn caused changes in the movement of Kyiv-Lviv trains and delays for other routes. Bus and transfer connections have been organized for passengers, as well as the possibility of departure on other routes.

Society • August 28, 05:37 AM • 5983 views
In Kharkiv region, Russia has no success in advancing deep into Ukraine - Demchenko

In Sumy region, Russian attacks by small infantry groups have decreased, the enemy failed to advance deep. In Kharkiv region, the enemy also has no success in advancing, attacks continue in Vovchansk and Stroivka.

War in Ukraine • August 27, 11:13 AM • 69952 views
Over half of the battles are in three directions: General Staff mapPhoto

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported 173 combat engagements over the past day, most of which took place in the Pokrovsk, Lyman, and Novopavlivka directions. Ukrainian units hit six areas of enemy personnel and equipment concentration.

War in Ukraine • August 27, 05:50 AM • 5378 views
130 combat engagements on the front: the hottest situation in two directions

On August 26, 130 combat engagements were recorded on the Russian-Ukrainian front, with the most active battles continuing in the Pokrovsk and Lyman directions. The occupiers launched two missile and 40 air strikes, used 1708 kamikaze drones, and carried out 2947 shellings.

War in Ukraine • August 26, 09:13 PM • 9501 views
Pokrovsk and Lyman directions: over half of the battles on the front

Since the beginning of the day, 71 combat engagements have been recorded. More than half of them occurred in the Pokrovsk and Lyman directions.

War in Ukraine • August 26, 01:50 PM • 4843 views
Half of the battles are in three directions: General Staff updated the combat mapPhoto

Over the past day, 174 combat engagements were recorded at the front. More than half of them occurred in the Pokrovsk, Lyman, and Novopavlivka directions.

War in Ukraine • August 26, 05:22 AM • 6197 views