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Kremenchuk

City in Ukraine
Kremenchuk is a city in Ukraine, the administrative center of the Kremenchuk urban hromada and Kremenchuk Raion of Poltava Oblast. The population (as of January 1, 2024) is 224,997 people. The city's area is 96 km². It is a large industrial center of Central Ukraine, the second-largest city in Poltava Oblast. There are 86 industrial enterprises, 58 construction organizations of various forms of ownership, and about 14,000 business entities operating in the city.
1571
Official year of Kremenchuk's foundation
1635
The plan of the Kremenchuk fortress was drawn on site by the French military engineer Guillaume Le Vasseur de Beauplan, author of "Description of Ukraine."
1764
Formation of the Novorossiysk Governorate, which included Kremenchuk
1798
The city's coat of arms was approved
1917-1921
The Ukrainian War of Independence and the Soviet occupation did not leave Kremenchuk untouched
1941-1943
Occupation of the city by Nazi Germany and its allies
1949
The Kryukiv Bridge across the Dnieper was built
1965
Construction of a trolleybus network began
2014
Demolition of the Lenin monument in the city
2022
Russian army strike on the Amstor shopping center, killing over 20 people
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Explosion occurred in Kremenchuk: a child took ammunition from a sideboard and threw it towards a wardrobe - police

An explosion occurred in one of Kremenchuk's apartments when a minor child threw an unknown object into a wardrobe. The police are investigating the circumstances of the incident and the type of explosive object, which, preliminarily, could have been a submunition of an artillery shell.

Society • October 3, 10:03 AM • 4100 views
OPZZhists lead the cells of "European Solidarity," and its deputies enrich themselves during the war – expert on scandals in Poroshenko's party

The party structures of Petro Poroshenko's "European Solidarity" are headed by former representatives of the banned OPZZh, and deputies continue to lead a luxurious life even during the war.

Politics • September 23, 11:56 AM • 3622 views
Night shelling of Poltava region caused delays in passenger trains: UZ named the routes

Due to the night shelling of Poltava region and power outages in several sections, passenger train traffic was delayed. The damage has now been localized, power has been supplied, and trains will move on their own.

Society • September 18, 04:20 AM • 7255 views
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 • 7475 views
Ukrzaliznytsia appointed an additional train on the Kremenchuk - Kyiv route

Ukrzaliznytsia has appointed an additional train No. 795/796 Kremenchuk – Kyiv, which will run from September 23 to October 13. The train will make stops in Znamianka, im. Taras Shevchenko, Korsun-Shevchenkivskyi and at the Vydubychi-Trypilski station.

Society • September 13, 08:08 AM • 4349 views
Prepare for all of Ukraine to fight drones - sources in the General Staff

A comprehensive system for combating UAVs, including electronic warfare, has been deployed in Ukraine. Local communities are also involved in countering drones.

War in Ukraine • September 12, 01:02 PM • 20649 views
Russia threatened Ukraine with retaliation for alleged AFU strike on occupied Donetsk

Maria Zakharova stated that the AFU allegedly launched a drone strike on a children's playground in occupied Donetsk. Moscow promises retaliation, without mentioning its own daily shelling of Ukrainian cities.

War in Ukraine • September 8, 02:27 PM • 4356 views
Ukraine showed world diplomats the consequences of the Russian strike on the Government buildingPhoto

Representatives of 60 diplomatic missions visited the damaged building of the Government of Ukraine after the Russian shelling. Diplomats were shown the consequences of the attacks and informed about the work of rescue services.

War in Ukraine • September 8, 01:17 PM • 13762 views
In Kremenchuk, a crossing over the Dnipro has been organized after the bridge was damaged - SESPhotoVideo

Rescuers organized a temporary crossing over the Dnipro after the bridge was damaged by a drone attack. They help local residents get to the other bank, including a woman with a child who needed medical attention.

Society • September 8, 12:34 PM • 4252 views
Sybiha discussed with EU and Canada the intensification of attacks from Russia

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha discussed with representatives of the EU and Canada the strengthening of sanctions against Russia. He informed about the escalation of attacks and emphasized the need to strengthen air defense and energy resilience.

War in Ukraine • September 7, 09:28 PM • 5768 views
During the night attack, almost half of the drones were decoys - Zelenskyy

On September 7, Russia attacked Ukraine using over 800 drones, including 400 "Shaheds," as well as missiles and ballistic weapons. Ukrainian air defense forces shot down over 150 targets, but hits and destruction were recorded in Kyiv, Zaporizhzhia, Kryvyi Rih, Kremenchuk, and Odesa.

War in Ukraine • September 7, 06:16 PM • 3988 views
Kremenchuk restores bridge traffic across the Dnipro river after enemy attack on September 7

In Kremenchuk and the district, electricity supply and road traffic across the Dnipro bridge have been restored after the Russian strike. Energy workers and railway workers promptly restored the infrastructure.

Society • September 7, 05:54 PM • 5398 views
"Ukrzaliznytsia" confirmed the invaders' strike on infrastructure in Poltava region, but added that restoration has already begun.Photo

Railway infrastructure in Kremenchuk suffered from the actions of the occupiers, which led to changes in the routes of a number of trains. Ukrzaliznytsia specialists are continuously working to restore traffic, and some passengers will be transported by buses.

Society • September 7, 09:40 AM • 9096 views
Occupiers attacked bridge over Dnipro in Kremenchuk: traffic blocked

On the night of September 7, the occupiers attacked the bridge over the Dnipro in Kremenchuk, which led to its damage. Traffic on the bridge is currently impossible, experts are assessing the extent of the destruction.

Society • September 7, 09:19 AM • 11555 views
Massive Russian drone and missile attack: over 750 attack means shot down - General Staff

Ukrainian air defense shot down 747 "Shaheds" and 4 "Iskander-K" cruise missiles during the massive attack. Hits were recorded at 37 locations and debris falling at 8.

War in Ukraine • September 7, 06:34 AM • 45276 views
Ukrzaliznytsia changes routes in Poltava region due to consequences of Russian attacks

Due to damage to a section in the Kremenchuk district, trains No. 59 Odesa — Kharkiv and No. 8 Kharkiv — Odesa will follow a changed route. Passengers will be transported to Kremenchuk by buses, the detour will continue.

Society • September 7, 06:20 AM • 8652 views
Russia attacked the Cabinet of Ministers building for the first time since the war began: fire on the upper floors (photo)Photo

Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko confirmed damage to the Ukrainian government building as a result of the night attack. She called on partners to strengthen sanctions against Russian oil and gas and provide Ukraine with more weapons.

War in Ukraine • September 7, 05:47 AM • 71004 views
Woman killed after attack on Orikhiv community

Russia attacked the Orikhiv community with guided aerial bombs, killing a woman. Houses in Novopavlivka were destroyed, the fate of a man is unknown.

Society • September 7, 05:29 AM • 10662 views
The enemy launched a massive attack on Odesa with attack UAVs: residential buildings and infrastructure damaged

In Odesa, as a result of the night attack by Russian UAVs, civilian infrastructure and residential buildings were damaged. Several fires broke out in the city, including in multi-story buildings.

War in Ukraine • September 7, 04:05 AM • 4942 views
Dozens of explosions in Kremenchuk: part of the city left without electricity

On the night of September 7, Kremenchuk was subjected to an enemy attack, dozens of explosions rang out. Part of the city was left without electricity, and energy workers are already working on restoration.

War in Ukraine • September 7, 01:26 AM • 5158 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 • 5393 views
Switzerland to finance 12 reconstruction projects for $140 million

Ukraine and Switzerland are starting the implementation of 12 infrastructure, social, and humanitarian projects. Funding totaling over 93 million Swiss francs is provided within the framework of an intergovernmental agreement.

Economy • August 28, 10:08 PM • 4469 views
In Kharkiv, men who attacked the mother of a Ukrainian soldier were notified of suspicion

In Kharkiv, four men, including a 55-year-old suburban resident, were notified of suspicion in a robbery attack on the 89-year-old mother of a Ukrainian soldier. The attackers believed that the woman kept about 50 thousand US dollars in the apartment.

Society • August 23, 12:23 PM • 9617 views
Google revealed how much energy an AI-powered chatbot actually consumes

Google has for the first time published data on the energy consumption of its Gemini models: an average AI query consumes 0. 24 watt-hours. The company claims that the energy efficiency of queries has significantly increased.

Technologies • August 22, 06:20 PM • 5811 views
"Ukrzaliznytsia" launches five additional trains in autumn: new routes will connect Kyiv, Lviv, Dnipro, and Uzhhorod

Ukrzaliznytsia adds five trains for the autumn season, connecting Kyiv, Lviv, Dnipro, and Uzhhorod. This expands the transportation schedule and reduces the load on popular routes.

Society • August 20, 12:32 PM • 10465 views
"Ukrzaliznytsia" launches new routes for September: Chop-Kremenchuk and Yasinya-Kropyvnytskyi

"Ukrzaliznytsia" announced new routes for September: Chop-Kremenchuk and Yasinya-Kropyvnytskyi. This became possible due to optimization of operations and the use of existing trains.

Society • August 16, 05:56 AM • 8411 views
Up to a quarter of beach water samples do not meet standards: where you can and cannot swim

The Ministry of Health of Ukraine reported that 24% of water samples at bathing sites do not meet microbiological standards. Of 104 samples taken, 25 were found to be contaminated.

Society • August 9, 11:28 AM • 12618 views
Russian troops advanced near five settlements in Donetsk Oblast

DeepState analysts reported partial success of Russian troops in Donetsk Oblast. The enemy advanced near Kotliarivka, Novomykolaivka, Piddubne, Verkhnokamyanske, and Fedorivka.

War in Ukraine • July 20, 12:30 AM • 5820 views
Beach season: where in Ukraine is it safe to swim?

The Center for Public Health has published a list of beaches in Ukraine where the water meets standards as of July 18. The list includes Kyiv, Volyn, Dnipropetrovsk, Ivano-Frankivsk, Kyiv, Kirovohrad, Lviv, Mykolaiv, Odesa, Poltava, Rivne, Ternopil, Khmelnytsky, Cherkasy, Chernivtsi, and Chernihiv regions.

Society • July 19, 05:04 PM • 10792 views
Water on over 20% of beaches in Ukraine does not meet sanitary standards: updated list of where it is safe and unsafe to swim

The Ministry of Health has updated the list of beaches where swimming is allowed and prohibited. 23 out of 112 water samples showed an excess of E. coli index, and 32 out of 92 samples did not meet chemical standards.

Society • July 14, 12:29 PM • 13091 views