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Odesa

City of Ukraine
Odesa is a large city, the administrative, economic, and cultural center of the Odesa Oblast, located on the northwestern coast of the Black Sea, near the mouth of the Dniester River and several estuaries. It is the third-largest city in Ukraine, known for its unique geographical location and multicultural population, numbering about 1 million people. The modern founding of Odesa as a port city dates back to 1794, which spurred rapid development of trade and economy. The city gained the status of a free port in 1819, contributing to its rapid growth and transforming it into a significant trade, industrial, and scientific hub of the Black Sea region.
1794
Construction of the port and city began
1810
The first city theater opened
1819
The city received free port status
1865
The Imperial Novorossiysk University was founded
1887
A new building of the Odesa Opera House opened, becoming an architectural masterpiece
1919
The Odesa Film Studio was established
1965
The city was awarded the honorary title of Hero City
2017
A new passenger terminal of the international airport opened
2019
Odesa joined the UNESCO Creative Cities Network as a City of Literature
2023
The historic city center was included in the UNESCO World Heritage List
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Gifts to Putin will not bring peace; Russia will "repay" the diesel with further terror — Zelenskyy on Trump's statement

Zelenskyy called on the United States to increase pressure on Russia and not ease sanctions. He proposed reciprocal de-escalation of strikes on energy infrastructure.

War in Ukraine • October 9, 07:46 PM • 16071 views
Part of Odesa was left without powerVideo

Due to an accident in Odesa, the Peresypskyi, Khadzhibeiskyi and Prymorskyi districts have been de-energized. Energy workers are already restoring power supply.

Society • October 9, 06:35 PM • 2388 views
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Delays in the case of medical negligence by Odrex doctors: two consecutive hearings canceled

The court hearing in the case of medical negligence by Odrex doctors took place on October 8, but the next two hearings will not be held\nbecause of yet another set of motions from the defense attorneys.

Health • October 9, 07:59 AM • 22912 views
Ukrainian woman detained in Kazakhstan at Russia’s request released – she is returning to Odesa

Lyubov Rozhanska was released after the detention period expired and is returning to Odesa. The Russian Federation accuses her of attempting to kidnap her grandson.

Society • October 9, 04:53 AM • 16305 views
Why are the “very expensive” lawyers of the doctors from Odrex accused of medical negligence missing court hearings?

The hearing in the case concerning medical negligence by Odrex doctors Vitaliy Rusakov and Maryna Bielotserkovska was postponed again on October 7. The oncologist’s defense lawyer asked to adjourn the hearing because she was participating in another court proceeding.

Crimes and emergencies • October 7, 01:42 PM • 52745 views
Odesa’s budget missed out on more than UAH 500 million in rent for municipal properties: three managers of municipal enterprises suspectedPhoto

Three municipal enterprise managers were notified of suspicion over the undocumented lease of sewage facilities. Odesa’s budget missed out on more than UAH 594 million\r\n.

Society • October 6, 12:43 PM • 4297 views
A Russian drone damaged a civilian vessel in the Black Sea: one person was killed and others were injured

In the Black Sea, a Russian drone damaged a vessel flying the flag of the Marshall Islands. One crew member was killed and seven others were injured.

Society • October 6, 08:37 AM • 4426 views
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"Hornets' Nest" a year later: expert examinations, investigation, and the struggle of the families of deceased Odrex patientsPhoto

Almost a year has passed since the release of the documentary film “Hornets' Nest. ” The families of deceased patients spoke about the current status of investigations and court proceedings concerning the circumstances of treatment at Odrex.

Society • October 5, 08:11 AM • 43893 views
Detention of a Ukrainian woman at Russia’s request in Kazakhstan: Lubinets said the woman may have been "lured out"Video

Lyubov Rozhanska was detained in Astana in connection with a Russian case when she was traveling to Ukraine to pick up her grandson. Lubinets urged that she not be extradited.

Society • October 3, 10:24 AM • 14951 views
On the Kyiv–Odesa highway, a minibus crashed into a guardrail: one person was killed and seven were injuredPhoto

A minibus passenger was killed in a road accident on the Kyiv–Odesa highway; the driver and six passengers were injured. The circumstances of the crash are being established by police.

Crimes and emergencies • October 2, 04:46 PM • 4808 views
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Regular power outages in Ukraine — will there be a blackout this year?

The power system has spare capacity, while demand is forecast to be lower. Massive Russian strikes could cause a deficit and localized outages.

War in Ukraine • October 2, 08:25 AM • 23780 views
The court extended the preventive measures for Odrex doctors accused of medical negligence

The Kyivskyi District Court of Odesa upheld the preventive measures against Vitalii Rusakov and Maryna Bielotserkovska in the case of medical negligence that may have caused the death of Adnan Kivan.

Society • October 2, 07:15 AM • 139329 views
Up to 1,000 missiles, drones and bombs: Russia plans the "most powerful blow" in an attempt to "freeze" Ukraine - NYT

Russia is planning massive strikes on Ukraine’s energy and water infrastructure.

War in Ukraine • October 2, 06:52 AM • 22791 views
Russia attacked Odesa: city infrastructure damaged - CMA

On the night of October 1, Russian forces attacked Odesa, damaging the city's infrastructure. There is currently no information about casualties.

War in Ukraine • September 30, 09:26 PM • 23475 views
PACE called for restoring the security of the Black Sea and Odesa’s ports — MP

PACE supported the call to restore the security of the Black Sea and Odesa’s ports. About 80% of Ukraine’s agricultural exports pass through them.

Politics • September 30, 08:01 PM • 4734 views
In Zakarpattia, a truck rammed four passenger cars near a border guard checkpoint; one person was killed and others injuredPhoto

Near Tiachiv, a truck rammed four passenger cars. The VAZ driver was killed, and two people were injured and hospitalized.

Crimes and emergencies • September 30, 05:43 PM • 14113 views
Murder of a serviceman on a road in Odesa: suspect notified of suspicion, several motives being investigatedPhotoVideo

A 50-year-old serviceman was shot dead on Liustdorfska Road in Odesa. A pensioner was notified of suspicion of intentional murder and unlawful handling of weapons.

Crimes and emergencies • September 30, 04:46 PM • 5645 views
In the case concerning medical negligence by Odrex doctors, half of the September hearings did not take placePhoto

The court scheduled 13 hearings in September in the case concerning medical negligence by Odrex doctors. However, motions to postpone the hearings, requests for the judge’s recusal, and the non-appearance of participants in the proceedings once again delayed the proceedings.

Health • September 30, 03:41 PM • 56832 views
Russian attacks caused train delays in Ukraine on September 30Photo

Due to strikes on energy infrastructure, regions of Ukraine and Kyiv were left without electricity. Dozens of trains are delayed, some by more than 12 hours.

War in Ukraine • September 30, 10:35 AM • 6552 views
Man was shot dead in Odesa; one person detainedPhoto

In Odesa, a man was found shot dead near a Chevrolet on the morning of September 30. Police detained the driver of a ZAZ Tavria who tried to flee.

Crimes and emergencies • September 30, 06:58 AM • 4363 views
Russia's attack continues - since morning, there are injured in Kyiv and Odesa, with a strike hitting the railwayPhotoVideo

Russian strikes damaged residential buildings, port and railway infrastructure. There are casualties in Kyiv and Odesa Oblast.

War in Ukraine • September 29, 06:22 AM • 5567 views
Russia's massive attack on Ukraine on September 28: more than 100 people injured, including childrenPhoto

At least 117 people, including children, were injured in five Ukrainian cities as a result of Russian strikes.

Society • September 28, 02:30 PM • 5063 views
In Odesa, a foreign national driving a BMW caused a major traffic accident; police officers and military personnel from the TCC were among those injured.Photo

In Odesa, a BMW collided with four vehicles at a mobile checkpoint. Two police officers and three TCC servicemen were injured.

Crimes and emergencies • September 27, 08:57 AM • 15795 views
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After a prolonged pause, the court resumed consideration of the case concerning medical negligence by Odrex doctors

Despite a series of postponements, the Kyivskyi District Court of Odesa continued hearing the case concerning medical negligence by Odrex doctors Vitalii Rusakov and Maryna Bielotserkovska.

Crimes and emergencies • September 25, 02:44 PM • 21856 views
Russia attacked an energy workers' vehicle in Odesa region; one person was killed and another injuredPhoto

In Odesa, a Russian drone attacked a DTEK energy workers' vehicle: one man was killed and another injured. The strikes damaged infrastructure in Odesa region.

War in Ukraine • September 25, 01:55 PM • 4315 views
"Absolutely bestial and sickening strike" - Zelenskyy, following Russia's attack on Kyiv, warned of risks from Russia before winterPhoto

A Russian drone struck a high-rise building in Kyiv: a 14-year-old boy was killed and nine people were injured. Zelenskyy warned that before winter, Russia would only escalate if there was no pressure.

War in Ukraine • September 25, 08:03 AM • 23659 views
Odesa region was subjected to a series of massive Russian strikes - a postal terminal was hit, and Romania scrambled F-16sPhotoVideo

As a result of Russia's overnight attack on Odesa and the region, a woman was killed and a man was injured. Romania scrambled two F-16s because of an airborne target.

War in Ukraine • September 25, 06:52 AM • 21088 views
Ukraine obtained Russia's plans for winter strikes on energy infrastructure; terrorists calculated the amount of weaponry for each target — Shmyhal

Ukrainian special services obtained Russian documents on winter strikes against heating, water and power generation facilities. Separate plans were prepared for Kyiv, Odesa and Kharkiv.

War in Ukraine • September 24, 07:42 PM • 36401 views
Russia attacked Odesa and the region with "parcel bombs": residential areas were hit, and a child is among the injuredPhotoVideo

As a result of the Russian attack on the Odesa region, two adults and a child were injured. Houses and structures were damaged, and a truck was destroyed.

War in Ukraine • September 24, 05:58 PM • 5353 views
Russian strikes claimed the lives of 8 people and injured more than 20; Nova Poshta was affected — consequences by regionPhotoVideo

Russian attacks on September 24 killed six farm workers in the Kharkiv region and two people in Kyiv. Civilian facilities were damaged in several regions.

War in Ukraine • September 24, 08:59 AM • 20249 views