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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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In Odesa region, a bus carrying 12 children was damaged during a repeated Russian attackPhoto

During repeated strikes on Zaporizhzhia region, a firefighter-rescuer was killed and two others were injured. In Odesa region, a bus carrying 12 children was damaged by the blast wave; there were no serious injuries.

Society • August 9, 02:28 PM • 12845 views
Russian attack on Zhytomyr region — the "Kromberg & Schubert" enterprise with 3,500 employees has suspended operationsPhoto

As a result of the attack on Zhytomyr region, the "Kromberg & Schubert Zhytomyr" enterprise was damaged. The company has temporarily suspended operations; no employees were injured.

Society • August 9, 12:57 PM • 11367 views
Total solar eclipse on August 12: what will be visible in Ukraine and where the Sun will disappear completely

A total solar eclipse will occur on August 12, 2026, visible in the Arctic and parts of Europe. In Ukraine, the partial phase will be visible in the western regions, with the best conditions in Uzhhorod.

Society • August 9, 10:34 AM • 17385 views
Russia’s massive attack on Odesa region — 90,000 subscribers already have electricity

Russian forces attacked the Odesa region with missiles and drones overnight, damaging energy infrastructure. According to Ukrenergo, around 90,000 disconnected subscribers have already had their power restored.

Society • August 9, 08:50 AM • 6882 views
Over the past week, Russia launched 61 missiles and more than 1,560 drones at Ukraine - ZelenskyyVideo

As a result of Russian attacks on Odesa, Kharkiv and other regions, there are people killed and injured, and the port and energy infrastructure have been damaged. Zelenskyy called for stronger sanctions and air defense.

Society • August 9, 08:42 AM • 10045 views
Traffic to border crossing points on Ukraine's border with Moldova has been restricted due to Russian strikesVideo

Traffic to certain crossing points on the Ukrainian-Moldovan border in Odesa region has been restricted due to Russian strikes. Entry into Moldova is possible through two crossing points, while exit is possible through only one.

Society • August 9, 07:30 AM • 11531 views
In Odesa, 6 people were injured in Russia’s nighttime attack; there is damagePhoto

As a result of the Russians’ combined nighttime attack on Odesa, 6 people were injured and are receiving medical assistance. Residential buildings were damaged in several districts of the city, and cars burned.

Society • August 9, 04:31 AM • 5856 views
The enemy attacked Odesa overnight on August 9, damaging buildings and infrastructure.

Overnight on August 9, the enemy struck Odesa. Residential buildings and infrastructure were damaged.

Society • August 9, 01:28 AM • 19092 views
Ukraine’s agricultural exports could decline by 54% due to attacks on ports — Bloomberg

Due to Russian attacks on Black Sea ports, Ukraine’s agricultural exports could fall by 54% to 29. 6 million tonnes. This threatens the country’s largest source of export revenue.

Economy • August 7, 11:46 PM • 5859 views
Russian strike on the Chornomorets stadium: number of injured rises to twoPhoto

Two people were injured as a result of the Russian strike on the Chornomorets stadium in Odesa. The roof, glazing and stands were damaged; dry grass caught fire nearby, and the fire was extinguished.

War in Ukraine • August 7, 04:57 PM • 9599 views
The extent of the damage is being assessed and the scope of work is being determined at Chornomorets Stadium following the Russian attack

As a result of the Russian attack, the grounds of Chornomorets Stadium in Odesa were damaged. The extent of the destruction is currently being assessed, and restoration work has begun.

War in Ukraine • August 7, 04:27 PM • 7923 views
The first footage has emerged following the attack on the Chornomorets Stadium; tomorrow's UPL match has been postponedVideo

As a result of a Russian strike, the Chornomorets Stadium in Odesa was damaged, including the stands and glazing. A 29-year-old woman was injured, and the UPL match was postponed.

Society • August 7, 02:32 PM • 6606 views
The roof and stands were damaged — the OVA confirmed that Russia struck the Chornomorets Stadium in Odesa; there is one injured person

As a result of the Russian strike, the Chornomorets football stadium in central Odesa was damaged. According to preliminary information, one person was injured.

War in Ukraine • August 7, 01:05 PM • 3813 views
russia attacked Odesa: preliminary reports indicate that Chornomorets Stadium was damaged and there are casualtiesPhoto

Russian forces attacked Odesa. Preliminary reports indicate that Chornomorets Stadium was hit, and preliminary reports say that one person was injured.

War in Ukraine • August 7, 12:48 PM • 41478 views
Zelenskyy to make official visit to Serbia for the first time: date announced

On August 8, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will make his first official visit to Serbia, where he will meet with President Aleksandar Vučić. The main topics will be European integration, the economy and energy, as well as a free trade agreement.

Politics • August 6, 08:09 PM • 4117 views
Russia attacked a Germany-linked cargo ship with drones near Odesa

Russian drones attacked the Liberian-flagged cargo ship EMIL, which is linked to a German company. The crew of 11 sailors was evacuated; there were no casualties.

War in Ukraine • August 6, 07:49 PM • 11132 views
She came on vacation with her grandmother and jumped from a balcony: the body of a 12-year-old girl was found in Odesa

In Odesa's Prymorskyi District, the body of a 12-year-old girl who had come on vacation with her grandmother was discovered. Preliminary reports indicate that the teenager jumped from a balcony on the seventh floor; the child died at the scene.

Crimes and emergencies • August 6, 12:59 PM • 3644 views
Enemy attack in Odesa region claimed one life and injured 8 peoplePhoto

The enemy attacked Odesa district with drones, killing one person and injuring eight others. Vehicles caught fire at an enterprise, and the fires were extinguished by rescuers.

War in Ukraine • August 5, 10:47 AM • 3854 views
In Cherkasy, a man who threw a grenade at police officers was detainedPhoto

A passenger of a Skoda Octavia car threw an object resembling a grenade toward patrol officers near Uman. He was detained, no one was injured.

Society • August 4, 03:12 PM • 3900 views
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Doctors accused of medical negligence at Odrex have had their preventive measure extended for another two months

Performing surgical interventions without making entries in medical documentation is a violation of a doctor's professional duties. When such actions can become grounds for criminal liability and what significance this has in the case of medical negligence by doctors of the Odrex clinic.

Society • August 4, 11:29 AM • 81538 views
Three people injured as a result of a Russian missile attack on the outskirts of OdesaPhoto

As a result of a missile attack on the outskirts of Odesa, three men aged 42, 45, and 81 were injured. Civilian infrastructure was damaged, and at night a drone destroyed a house in the Bilhorod-Dnistrovskyi district.

War in Ukraine • August 4, 10:22 AM • 3358 views
Russia attacked outskirts of Odesa with missiles, hitting crowded area near market

Russian troops cynically attacked the outskirts of Odesa with missiles, striking a crowded place near the market. Civilian infrastructure was damaged, and emergency services are working at the scene.

War in Ukraine • August 4, 08:46 AM • 233269 views
In Odesa, a man who ordered the murder of a judge for $50,000 was detainedPhoto

In Odesa, law enforcement officers detained a man who ordered the murder of a district court judge for $50,000. He was exposed during the transfer of funds for the preparation of the crime.

Society • August 3, 04:12 PM • 4940 views
Number of victims of the russian strike on Odesa region increases to 13

In Odesa region, the number of victims as a result of the russian attack on a civilian transport infrastructure facility has increased to 13. Four have been hospitalized, one in serious condition.

War in Ukraine • August 3, 02:31 PM • 3898 views
Ministry of Infrastructure: under Russian attack civilian vessels and transport infrastructure of Odesa region again, already 10 injured

Russia struck the transport infrastructure of Odesa region and civilian vessels in the ports of Greater Odesa and the Danube region. As a result of the shelling, 10 people were injured, they are receiving medical assistance.

War in Ukraine • August 3, 11:49 AM • 4125 views
The Odrex doctors case: who benefits from the evidence not being examined?

Without examining the evidence in the case of Adnan Kivan's death, the court cannot determine whether the Odrex doctors are guilty. At the same time, numerous motions by the defense have for over eight months prevented the case from moving to its key stage of consideration.

Society • August 3, 09:31 AM • 65528 views
In Odesa, a man who shot at TCC employees was detainedPhoto

A 32-year-old man fired a Flobert pistol towards employees of the Regional Territorial Recruitment Center and Social Support. He was detained, and a case was opened for obstructing the activities of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

Crimes and emergencies • August 2, 08:05 PM • 14263 views
Shot at TCC employees during notification measures: police searching for shooter in Odesa

In Odesa, an unknown person fired several shots from a pistol at TCC employees during a public notification. Four TCC employees were injured, police are searching for the shooter.

Crimes and emergencies • August 2, 06:52 PM • 4284 views
In Odesa, an unknown person opened fire on TCC employees, four wounded - social media

In Odesa, an unknown person opened fire on TCC employees during mobilization. Four servicemen were wounded, one was hospitalized.

Crimes and emergencies • August 2, 05:59 PM • 16673 views
Men in military uniforms robbed a couple in Odesa, taking money intended for their son's treatment and burialPhoto

Two men in military uniforms broke into a house in Odesa, tied up a couple, and stole $8,500 and 50,000 hryvnias intended for their son's treatment and burial. The police detained the suspects, and part of the stolen money was recovered.

Crimes and emergencies • August 1, 05:44 PM • 13096 views