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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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Nighttime drone attack on Odesa: 70-year-old man killed, three people wounded

A 70-year-old man was killed and three people were injured in a russian drone attack on a residential building in Odesa yesterday.

Society • February 24, 08:42 AM • 34193 views
russians shelled 10 settlements in Kherson region, wounded 4 people, damaged houses - OVA

russian troops shelled residential areas of the region's settlements, damaging 11 multi-storey buildings and 23 private houses.

War in Ukraine • February 24, 07:51 AM • 28473 views
The Air Force destroyed 12 russian UAVs and 2 X-59 missiles

During the day, air defense destroyed 12 russian Shahed drones and 2 X-59 guided missiles.

War in Ukraine • February 24, 06:13 AM • 37758 views
Air defense shoots down 12 kamikaze drones and 2 missiles, but 1 downed UAV causes destruction in Odesa

Air defense units shot down 12 kamikaze drones and 2 X-59 missiles, but one downed drone caused destruction, fire and casualties in a residential area of Odesa.

War in Ukraine • February 24, 12:34 AM • 33132 views
Three women were seriously injured in the russian attack on Odesa, which also killed one man

Three women were seriously injured and one man was killed during the russian attack on Odesa.

War in Ukraine • February 23, 11:31 PM • 34702 views
Strike on Odesa: casualties increase: one killed and three wounded

In Odesa, another victim was rescued from the rubble in serious condition after being trapped under the rubble for two hours, and one man was killed by Russian shelling that destroyed a residential building.

War in Ukraine • February 23, 09:54 PM • 29084 views
"Atelier of Dreams": Ukrainian House opens exhibition dedicated to Ukrainian children and their aspirations during the war

The Atelier of Dreams exhibition dedicated to the resilience of Ukrainian children during the war has opened at the Ukrainian House National Center, featuring artworks by children expressing their feelings and emotions through creativity.

War in Ukraine • February 23, 08:57 PM • 47888 views
Residential building destroyed in Odesa as a result of shelling, 2 people wounded

A residential building caught fire in Odesa as a result of hostile shelling, two people were injured, and rescue services are working at the scene.

War in Ukraine • February 23, 08:52 PM • 31897 views
Umerov and Syrsky visit Ukraine's first recruitment center for the Defense Forces

The Minister of Defense of Ukraine and the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine visited the first recruitment center in Lviv to learn about its first achievements and challenges.

Society • February 23, 02:28 PM • 25548 views
One body has not yet been identified: Keeper on aftermath of hellish night

Last night, Russia shelled Odesa, killing three people and wounding one, according to the head of the Odesa regional state administration.

War in Ukraine • February 23, 01:57 PM • 20487 views
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The number of animal rabies cases has doubled in Ukraine: State Service of Ukraine on Food Safety and Consumer Protection names reasons and rules of behavior with rabid animals

Due to martial law restricting oral rabies vaccination of wild animals and immunization of domestic animals, Ukraine saw a 2. 3-fold increase in rabies cases among animals in 2023 compared to 2022.

Society • February 23, 01:43 PM • 233279 views
U.S. Ambassador shows the consequences of russia's night attacks and calls for continued support for Ukraine

russia's overnight attacks on Ukrainian ports and industrial bases in Odesa and Dnipro resulted in civilian deaths and injuries, prompting the US Ambassador to Ukraine to reiterate his call for continued support for Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 23, 01:27 PM • 23677 views
Forced his subordinates to build a house for his mother-in-law: military unit official to be tried in Odesa region

The deputy commander of a battalion in Odesa region will stand trial for forcing his subordinates to build a house for his mother-in-law instead of performing military duties.

Crimes and emergencies • February 23, 08:19 AM • 22991 views
Russians shelled a community in Mykolaiv region in the morning

In the morning, Russians shelled a town in Mykolaiv region with artillery, but there were no casualties.

War in Ukraine • February 23, 08:01 AM • 24292 views
Prosecutor's Office launches investigation into drone attack in Odesa that killed three people

The prosecutor's office has launched an investigation into the Russian drone attack on Odesa that killed three people and destroyed a civilian enterprise.

War in Ukraine • February 23, 07:55 AM • 27181 views
Large-scale fire in Odesa covers 500 square meters: there are dead

A fire broke out at a factory in Odesa during enemy shelling, covering an area of 500 square meters, killing people. Rescuers continue search and rescue operations.

War in Ukraine • February 23, 05:55 AM • 39022 views
Ukrainian air defense shoots down 23 enemy drones in several regions

Air defense systems in Odesa, Mykolaiv, Poltava, Dnipro and Kharkiv regions shot down 23 enemy drones used during a night attack by russian federation.

War in Ukraine • February 23, 05:40 AM • 38164 views
russian attack in Odesa: two more victims found under the rubble, total death toll at 3

Three people were killed as a result of enemy shelling in Odesa, the bodies of two more victims were found under the rubble during search and rescue operations.

War in Ukraine • February 23, 03:49 AM • 127396 views
Consequences of an enemy attack in Odesa: one person saved and one killed

Rescuers in Odesa are searching for possible victims after a kamikaze drone crashed into a business building in the coastal zone of Odesa, causing destruction and a fire. One person died and another was rescued.

War in Ukraine • February 23, 12:48 AM • 30824 views
Fire in Odesa: russia attacks a civilian infrastructure facility

A Russian drone attack on a civilian facility in Odesa resulted in a fire and casualties, the details of which are still being investigated.

War in Ukraine • February 22, 10:43 PM • 32690 views
Trukhanov's idea to give him "protection" of Odesa's architectural monuments was not supported by experts

The Odesa mayor's proposal to take over the protection of architectural monuments was criticized by experts as contrary to Ukrainian law, which vests these powers exclusively in the Ministry of Culture.

Politics • February 22, 08:35 PM • 30808 views
Ukrainian Air Force detects russian drone in Odesa

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported the detection of an enemy UAV in the area of Odesa.

War in Ukraine • February 22, 08:11 PM • 33326 views
"We can just recommend some counseling and mental care": EU comments on Medvedev's statements about Kyiv and Odesa

A spokesperson for the European Commission refused to comment on former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev's statements about Kyiv and Odesa, instead recommending that those who are desperate for attention seek counseling and psychological help.

War in Ukraine • February 22, 02:59 PM • 26935 views
Odesa law enforcement officer unreasonably accrued salary to her friend for 3 years

It was revealed that an employee of a law enforcement agency in Odesa region accrued more than UAH 1 million in salary to her friend over 3 years, despite her frequent absenteeism and failure to fulfill her duties.

Crimes and emergencies • February 22, 02:17 PM • 22621 views
It will take 4 hours to get to Chisinau and 40 minutes to pass the checkpoint: air transfer will be launched in Odesa region next week

Next week, an air transfer will be launched in Odesa region.

Society • February 22, 12:55 PM • 25459 views
Carbon monoxide poisoning injures 6 people in two villages of Odesa region

Four adults and two children were hospitalized after carbon monoxide poisoning due to a faulty heating system in two villages in Odesa Oblast.

Crimes and emergencies • February 22, 09:18 AM • 24656 views
Experts explain why Odesa region has become a favorite destination for international delegations

The Odesa region has become a favorite destination for international delegations due to its well-developed infrastructure for receiving foreign guests, economic and historical significance, and representation of the interests of various countries in the Black Sea region.

Society • February 22, 08:55 AM • 25638 views
The draft strategy for the restoration of Odesa region is ready - the Embassy of Switzerland

The draft Strategy for Recovery and Development of Odesa Oblast was developed by the regional administration together with foreign partners, including three Swiss-Ukrainian programs.

Economy • February 21, 08:25 PM • 32682 views
The Armed Forces reported several groups of enemy drones: where they are headed

The Air Force reported that it had spotted several enemy drones in southern Ukraine heading north.

War in Ukraine • February 21, 06:57 PM • 30430 views
Air Force warns of enemy missile in Odesa region

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine detected an enemy missile in Odesa region, which led to an air alert.

War in Ukraine • February 21, 06:33 PM • 27027 views