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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 the Odrex doctors’ case, the court heard the defense’s objections concerning one of those accused of medical negligence

The case of the Odrex doctors accused of negligence resulting in a patient’s death is ongoing in the Kyivskyi District Court of Odesa.

Crimes and emergencies • September 9, 03:33 PM • 20157 views
Major traffic accident near Odesa: two women killed, 25 more people injuredPhoto

One of the scheduled buses veered into the oncoming lane. Two women were killed; among the 25 injured are five children.

Crimes and emergencies • September 8, 03:54 PM • 7468 views
Memes, advertising, and medical confidentiality: how an Odrex doctor accused of medical negligence uses social media to apply pressurePhoto

Doctor Vitalii Rusakov, accused in a case involving a patient's death, publishes memes about the court proceedings and discloses medical secrets. He has launched a large-scale campaign on his social media pages not merely to defend himself, but also to apply pressure

Health • September 8, 02:22 PM • 64432 views
The number of people affected by the attacks in the Odesa region has risen to three; there is also a casualty in the Dnipropetrovsk region

Three people were affected at a market in the outskirts of Odesa; two sought medical assistance without hospitalization. A woman was wounded in the Dnipropetrovsk region.

Society • September 8, 07:33 AM • 4719 views
How the war changed Ukrainian cinema - key takeaways from 2026 Odesa International Film FestivalPhoto

The 17th Odesa International Film Festival has concluded in Kyiv. Over the course of nine days, audiences were shown more than 80 films across ten programs, including 13 Ukrainian films in the National Competition. Professional discussions about how to develop Ukrainian cinema during the war and where to find resources for new projects were an important part of the festival.

Society • September 4, 02:28 PM • 107169 views
He asked for intimate photos and then threatened to kill them — in Odesa, a man is suspected of the sexual exploitation of young girlsPhoto

Investigators suspect a resident of Odesa of recruiting and blackmailing seven girls aged 10–11. The man is also charged with creating and distributing child pornography.

Society • September 4, 12:35 PM • 5735 views
Russia attacked Odesa, Zaporizhzhia and Kropyvnytskyi – one person was killed and others were injuredPhoto

As a result of Russia's morning attacks, one person was killed and three injured in Odesa. In the Zaporizhzhia region, a drone wounded a 63-year-old man.

War in Ukraine • September 4, 04:30 AM • 34132 views
Russia is building a maritime drone port in Crimea; Odesa and Mykolaiv could be at risk

Twenty-one shelters for maritime drones have been discovered near Lake Donuzlav in occupied Crimea. The facility could intensify attacks on Odesa and Mykolaiv.

War in Ukraine • September 3, 11:58 PM • 18276 views
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The court examines evidence in the case of medical negligence by Odrex doctors

The court continued hearing the case against Odrex doctors Vitalii Rusakov and Maryna Bielotserkovska, who are accused of medical negligence.

Society • September 3, 02:33 PM • 25703 views
A warehouse containing medicines is on fire in the Kyiv region following a Russian attack, Koretskyi saysPhoto

Russian strikes damaged homes, warehouses, municipal and energy infrastructure in 13 regions. People were injured in Odesa, including children.

Society • September 3, 09:31 AM • 13614 views
Russia attacked with 163 drones, up to half of them jet-powered: how air defense performed and the situation across the regions

As a result of Russia’s nighttime attack, Odesa, the Kyiv region, and the Khmelnytskyi region were among those affected. The number of injured is approaching two dozen, including three children.

War in Ukraine • September 3, 05:49 AM • 29617 views
Night attack on Odesa: number of injured rises to 17Photo

Seventeen people were injured in Odesa during the overnight attack, including three children. Apartments on the 10th–17th floors of a building and cars were damaged.

War in Ukraine • September 3, 04:17 AM • 26911 views
Russia's nighttime attack on Odesa: 8 people injured

The enemy attacked Odesa overnight on September 3 and damaged a high-rise building. Eight people were injured; medical assistance is being provided to those affected.

War in Ukraine • September 2, 11:40 PM • 26446 views
The locomotive and the cover carriage took the hit: what is known about Russia's new attack on Ukrzaliznytsia

A Russian drone struck the Odesa–Dnipro train at a station of the Prydniprovska Railway. The passengers were evacuated in advance; there were no casualties.

War in Ukraine • September 2, 05:18 PM • 15863 views
Russian "Shaheds" struck a university in Kyiv during classes - Zelenskyy revealed the consequencesPhoto

Russian drones hit a university in Kyiv, where 160 students were sheltering. Russian strikes also damaged facilities in Odesa, Kherson, and the Kharkiv region.

War in Ukraine • September 2, 10:09 AM • 7088 views
Russia attacked energy infrastructure: the situation is most difficult in Odesa Oblast, a large part is without electricity

Russia struck Ukraine's energy infrastructure. The most difficult situation arose in Odesa Oblast.

War in Ukraine • September 2, 07:51 AM • 6113 views
Russia's nighttime attack on Odesa: eight people wounded, including a childPhoto

Eight people, including a child, were wounded in Odesa in Russia's overnight strike. A residential high-rise building, offices, and two educational institutions were damaged.

War in Ukraine • September 2, 04:23 AM • 13650 views
What is celebrated on September 2 in Ukraine and around the world

September 2 marks Odesa Day, Notary Day, and the end of World War II. The faithful honor the martyr Mammes and his parents.

Society • September 2, 03:00 AM • 14670 views
Night attack on Odesa: people injured, infrastructure and residential buildings damaged

Odesa came under a nighttime attack on September 2: three people were injured, including a child; municipal infrastructure was damaged and residential buildings were destroyed. The Air Force reported "Banderol" loitering munitions heading toward the city.

War in Ukraine • September 2, 12:51 AM • 17524 views
Energy workers clear the rubble and repair the CHP plant after the Russian strike in Odesa — when will the grid be restored

The enemy attacked the Odesa region on the night of September 1, using attack UAVs, jet-powered drones, and guided aerial bombs. As a result of the Russian attack on the night of September 1, the main and auxiliary equipment of the Odesa CHP plant was damaged. Power supply disruptions began in Odesa that same day.

Society • September 1, 02:37 PM • 7075 views
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Forgery of medical documents at Odrex: the patient’s widow asks to be admitted to a meeting of the commission of the Odesa Regional State Administration’s Health DepartmentPhoto

Olha Melai asks to be admitted to a meeting of the clinical expert commission of the Odesa Regional State Administration, which will review the treatment of her deceased husband at Odrex. The widow wants to personally hand over to the commission members the documents retained by the family and which, according to her claim, differ from the medical records that the clinic later submitted to the court.

Society • September 1, 10:30 AM • 16385 views
Zelenskyy: Russia's nighttime attack claimed lives of 12 people, including an Indian citizenPhoto

Russia attacked Kyiv and 10 regions, including with jet-powered drones and ballistic missiles. Twelve people were killed, including an Indian citizen; dozens were injured.

War in Ukraine • September 1, 06:28 AM • 5310 views
Russia launched a massive strike on Odesa, infrastructure was damagedVideo

On the evening of August 31, Russian forces launched a massive attack on Odesa. Damage to infrastructure and disruptions to the electricity supply have been reported.

War in Ukraine • August 31, 08:52 PM • 12685 views
In Odesa, a man shot his parents, wounded his brother, and then took his own life – police

In Odesa, a man shot his parents with a hunting rifle and wounded his brother, after which he took his own life. Police are investigating the incident.

Crimes and emergencies • August 29, 08:30 PM • 18937 views
"Black-market transplant specialists" in Bukovyna set up a scheme to sell anatomical materials from the deceased; suspects detained — Prosecutor General

Four employees of a pathological anatomy bureau are suspected of illegally removing and selling tissue from deceased individuals. They have been detained.

Health • August 28, 05:40 PM • 6377 views
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The Ministry of Health instructed the Odesa Regional Military Administration to review the treatment of a patient who died at the Odrex clinic following a complaint by his widowPhoto

The Ministry of Health instructed the Health Department of the Odesa Regional Military Administration to conduct a clinical and expert assessment of Ihor Melai’s treatment at the private Odrex hospital. His widow, Olha Melai, is asking for the medical records to be checked for possible falsification and for her to be allowed to attend the commission’s meeting so that she can provide documents and present her position.

Health • August 28, 06:15 AM • 53529 views
Zelenskyy: Russia struck 9 regions, fires are being extinguished at enterprises in ChubynskePhoto

Russia attacked Ukraine with drones and ballistic missiles, damaging infrastructure and residential buildings. Fires at enterprises in Chubynske are being extinguished.

War in Ukraine • August 27, 07:13 AM • 7171 views
Russian attack on Odesa leaves three injuredPhoto

As a result of the Russian attack on Odesa, three men aged 24, 25 and 49 were injured. Buildings, cars and a private house were damaged, and fires broke out.

War in Ukraine • August 27, 06:59 AM • 5483 views
Odesa region was under attack by the Russian Federation for more than 7 hours: a high-rise building and infrastructure were damagedPhoto

Russia attacked Odesa region with missiles and drones for more than 7 hours. A multi-story building, two educational institutions and infrastructure were damaged; there were no casualties.

War in Ukraine • August 27, 05:33 AM • 27999 views
Corrected enemy strikes - the SBU exposed a Russian agent in a AFU unit in Odesa region

The SBU detained a serviceman recruited by the Russian Federation to collect the coordinates of Ukrainian troops in Odesa region. He was notified of suspicion of high treason.

Society • August 26, 07:45 AM • 8986 views