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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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Six people died and 11 were injured in Odesa after a night attack by the Russian Federation; there is destruction - MBAPhoto

As a result of missile and UAV strikes in Odesa, 6 people died and 11 were injured. Infrastructure, a residential building, and over 300 windows in buildings were damaged.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 04:15 AM • 3440 views
One person died, and others were injured in a Russian attack on a nine-story building in OdesaPhoto

One person was killed and six were injured as a result of a hit on a residential building. Apartments on three floors were damaged, and emergency services are working at the scene.

War in Ukraine • April 15, 04:49 PM • 3557 views
Occupiers attacked Odesa with drones, hitting a nine-story buildingVideo

The occupiers once again attacked Odesa and hit a high-rise building. Rescuers are working at the scene, and information about casualties is currently being clarified.

War in Ukraine • April 15, 04:10 PM • 4450 views
Patient's death at Odrex clinic: methods used by the accused to delay court proceedings

The trial regarding the death of patient Adnan Kivan at the private Odrex clinic continues. One of the accused doctors once again claimed not to understand the essence of the indictment, despite the prosecutor's explanations. Such statements may indicate attempts to delay the court process. The next hearing is scheduled for May 5, 2026.

Society • April 14, 11:56 AM • 38706 views
In Odesa, some families are without electricity due to an accident

Due to a technical accident, residents of the Khadzhibey and Peresyp districts were left without electricity. Specialists are already working on restoring power supply.

Society • April 11, 05:57 PM • 3251 views
Two people killed in Odesa attack, residential buildings and kindergarten damaged - Odesa Regional Military AdministrationPhoto

Two people were killed and two more were injured in the strike on the residential sector. Dozens of houses, a kindergarten, and the city's infrastructure facilities were damaged.

War in Ukraine • April 11, 04:23 AM • 4609 views
Queues in kindergartens have disappeared in most communities - Ministry of Education and Science

The Deputy Minister of Education reported the absence of queues in kindergartens in most communities. The only exceptions are Kyiv, Odesa, and satellite cities.

Society • April 10, 02:41 PM • 2906 views
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Can a single conviction of a doctor cause the collapse of the entire medical system - lawyers explain

Dr. Vitaliy Rusakov of the Odrex clinic, who is accused of medical negligence that allegedly led to the death of patient Adnan Kivan, stated that a conviction could supposedly lead to a “collapse” of the entire medical system. Lawyers call such statements emotional and emphasize that criminal law provides for individual responsibility, not “consequences for the entire system.”

Society • April 10, 10:35 AM • 34242 views
SBU thwarted assassination attempt on Navy officer - foreigner recruited by Russia detained in OdesaPhotoVideo

A foreigner who, on Russia's orders, tried to shoot a Ukrainian Armed Forces officer was detained in Odesa. The assailant feigned bicycle repair and had a pistol with a silencer.

Society • April 10, 10:07 AM • 5097 views
Fatal road accident involving a minibus in Odesa: military serviceman notified of suspicion and taken into custody

The SBI reported suspicion to a serviceman due to an accident on Balkivska Street with one fatality. The court chose a pre-trial detention measure in the form of custody.

Crimes and emergencies • April 9, 12:23 PM • 2609 views
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Breach of medical confidentiality: Odrex doctor, on trial for medical negligence, revealed details of his deceased patient's treatmentPhoto

Vitaliy Rusakov, a doctor at the Odrex clinic who is on trial for medical negligence in the case of Adnan Kivan's death, publicly disclosed details of the patient's treatment in his video blog. Lawyers believe that such actions may indicate a breach of medical confidentiality and the constitutional right to privacy.

Society • April 9, 11:59 AM • 28769 views
Ukraine records first diesel price drop - where fuel became cheaper

Ukrnafta reduced the price of A-95 gasoline by 3 hryvnias and diesel by 1 hryvnia. In Odesa, the OKKO network also updated its prices, while in Kyiv, prices remain stable.

Economy • April 9, 10:33 AM • 18887 views
In Odesa, a serviceman in a Volkswagen Transporter collided with a minibus, a passenger diedPhoto

In Odesa, a serviceman's Volkswagen collided with a minibus, killing one woman and injuring 11 people. The SBI is investigating the case, the driver is in serious condition.

Crimes and emergencies • April 7, 02:16 PM • 2778 views
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Top players in the gas production market are ready to buy rights to “dormant” fields and invest in them - Oleksandr Katsuba

The owner of ALFA GAZ urges the state to audit over 200 inactive fields. Top players are ready to buy out the rights and start investing in production.

Economy • April 7, 01:00 PM • 3669 views
Captain of a "shadow" vessel received suspicion for an illegal voyage to Crimea and the export of 2,000 tons of gasPhoto

The captain of a Russian dry cargo ship was notified of suspicion for illegally entering Kerch. The vessel exported 2,000 tons of gas, concealing its route by turning off AIS.

Crimes and emergencies • April 7, 11:23 AM • 3107 views
Why the Ethical Code of a Doctor of Ukraine does not apply to Odrex and their surgeon, who is being tried for medical negligencePhoto

Adherence to the Ethical Code of a Doctor of Ukraine in practice remains problematic. The case of the Odrex clinic and surgeon Vitaliy Rusakov demonstrates how medical ethics norms can be ignored, and control by the Ministry of Health remains only on paper.

Society • April 7, 10:31 AM • 44623 views
Head of a regional boxing federation organized a scheme for departure through booking - OGPPhoto

The head of the federation fictitiously employed draft dodgers at a critical enterprise for $15,000. At least 40 people used the scheme's services.

Society • April 7, 08:47 AM • 6846 views
Oleksandr Katsuba: missiles, personnel shortage, and "dormant" licenses — what's happening with the gas industry

The owner of ALFA GAZ spoke about why Ukraine has not yet become a "European Norway," how businesses protect their facilities amid constant attacks, and why the "2050" strategy today looks like science fiction.

Economy • April 7, 06:00 AM • 37978 views
Why did the doctor accused of medical negligence at Odrex start a blog and criticize the judge?Photo

The trial in the case of businessman Adnan Kivan's death at the Odrex clinic is accompanied by ambiguous behavior from one of the doctors accused of medical negligence. Vitaliy Rusakov's actions and rhetoric raise questions about possible pressure on the court and attempts to delay the proceedings.

Society • April 6, 11:53 AM • 40011 views
EU Ambassador found a fragment of a Russian "Shahed" during a walk in a Kyiv forestPhoto

Katarína Mathernová discovered a Shahed fragment among the trees and reminded of the constant threat. The diplomat emphasized the importance of peace for Ukrainians.

Society • April 6, 11:01 AM • 5088 views
Russia launched 2,800 drones, over 40 missiles, and up to 1,350 guided aerial bombs at Ukraine in a week - Zelenskyy

Zelenskyy reported massive Russian missile and UAV attacks. Three people, including a two-year-old child, died as a result of a night strike on Odesa.

War in Ukraine • April 6, 08:09 AM • 4978 views
Russian attacks blacked out parts of 5 regions - the most difficult situation is in Chernihiv region, 16.7 thousand families are without electricity in Odesa

Due to enemy shelling, consumers in five regions were left without electricity. The most difficult situation is in Chernihiv region, restoration work is underway in Odesa.

Society • April 6, 07:30 AM • 12615 views
Three people, including a child, died in Odesa after a night attack by Russia - OMA

As a result of the shelling, three people were killed and ten were injured. Apartment buildings, private houses, a kindergarten, and 27 cars were damaged.

War in Ukraine • April 6, 04:08 AM • 41432 views
Russian night attack on Odesa on Palm Sunday, April 5 - houses damaged, people injuredPhotoVideo

In Odesa, a five-story building and six cars were damaged due to the attack, and two people were injured. Rescuers provided psychological assistance to 20 residents of the area.

War in Ukraine • April 5, 05:57 AM • 6164 views
In Odesa, after an enemy attack, cars and a building balcony caught fire, there are casualties - Odesa Regional Military Administration

As a result of an enemy strike in Odesa, cars and a balcony of a residential building caught fire. The head of the Regional Military Administration reported two injured people at the scene.

War in Ukraine • April 4, 10:50 PM • 5218 views
Medical negligence case at Odrex clinic stalled again: defendant doctor's lawyer recuses judge

In the case of doctors Vitaliy Rusakov and Maryna Belotserkovska regarding the death of businessman Adnan Kivan, the presiding judge Larysa Pereverzieva was recused. The hearing of the motion is scheduled for April 6 at the Primorsky District Court of Odesa.

Crimes and emergencies • April 3, 02:32 PM • 3163 views
Tours to Turkey in 2026: how to get there and not overpay - an analysis from the TourPoisk travel agencyPhoto

Tours to Turkey in 2026: how to get there and not overpay - an analysis from the TourPoisk travel agency.

Business News • April 3, 10:51 AM • 15126 views
Flower business with fictitious individual entrepreneurs exposed in OdesaPhotoVideo

The businessman involved 60 dummy individual entrepreneurs to conceal income from flower sales. During the investigation, he reimbursed the state 10.6 million hryvnias in damages.

Society • April 3, 09:09 AM • 11344 views
Lubynets reacted to the beating of a driver by police and TCC in Odesa

In Odesa, patrol officers broke a driver's arm during an arrest in the presence of the TCC. The prosecutor's office has launched a criminal investigation into the abuse of power.

Society • April 3, 06:25 AM • 6304 views
From criticism to pressure: how the scandalous doctor Rusakov tries to influence the court in the case of Adnan Kivan's deathPhoto

Today, another court hearing will take place in the case of the death of businessman Adnan Kivan. On the eve of the hearing, the accused doctor Vitaliy Rusakov intensified his criticism of the court and called on his medical colleagues to attend the hearings, probably to create additional pressure.

Society • April 3, 06:00 AM • 37907 views