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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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Odesa hit by Russian strike in the morning, educational institution was affected

In the morning, Russian troops attacked Odesa, damaging an educational institution. A day of mourning has been declared in the city for the three killed in yesterday's attack.

War in Ukraine • July 16, 05:15 AM • 4631 views
July 16 declared a day of mourning in Odesa to honor the memory of victims of the russian attack

July 16 declared a day of mourning in Odesa due to the enemy attack on July 15, which killed three people. A maternity hospital was damaged, but everyone was evacuated.

War in Ukraine • July 15, 12:51 PM • 3290 views
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Heat in the carriages of Ukrainian trains: what Ukrzaliznytsia says and what the situation with air conditioners isPhoto

A man died on the Odesa-Kyiv train not long ago. This sparked discussions about stuffiness during the heat. Ukrzaliznytsia states that the air conditioner was working and the crew acted professionally. It also explained the overall situation with the carriages.

Society • July 15, 11:54 AM • 56736 views
Number of victims of the morning attacks by the Russian Federation exceeds 20

As a result of the morning attacks by the Russian Federation on Odesa and Sumy, six people were killed, and the number of injured has risen to 23. Among the wounded is a 16-year-old boy; three people are undergoing surgery.

War in Ukraine • July 15, 09:32 AM • 4080 views
Massive attack of the Russian Federation on Odesa region continues for the fifth day - OVAPhotoVideo

In Odesa, as a result of a missile strike, three people were killed, three more were injured. A multi-story building, a gas pipeline, and a warehouse of an enterprise were damaged; the Russian Federation again struck a gas station.

War in Ukraine • July 15, 06:41 AM • 3914 views
Russia attacked Odesa: three dead, three wounded

As a result of the enemy attack on Odesa, three people died. Three more wounded were hospitalized, residential buildings were damaged.

War in Ukraine • July 15, 05:19 AM • 3990 views
Odesa is under enemy attack again, there are hits on infrastructure - MVA

The Russian army has again struck Odesa, hitting infrastructure. Head of the Odesa MVA Serhiy Lysak urged not to neglect safety rules.

Society • July 14, 08:10 PM • 4573 views
The Russian Federation attacked two civilian vessels in the Black Sea under the flags of Tanzania and Liberia, the captain was killed

Russian troops struck two merchant vessels under the flags of Tanzania and Liberia in the Ukrainian maritime corridor. The captain of one vessel was killed, three people were injured.

War in Ukraine • July 14, 04:24 PM • 3654 views
Russian missile strike on Odesa region kills woman, one other person injuredPhotoVideo

As a result of a Russian missile strike on a residential area in Odesa region, a woman was killed and one other person was injured. A fire broke out in a two-story building, and three households were damaged.

War in Ukraine • July 14, 01:21 PM • 4842 views
Russia struck a foreign vessel in Odesa region: three dead, five injured sailors

Russia struck a civilian vessel flying the flag of Togo in a port in Odesa region, three crew members died. Port infrastructure was damaged, five sailors were injured.

War in Ukraine • July 13, 09:15 AM • 3565 views
4 wounded due to russian attack on Odesa, a bus depot and a sanatorium were hitPhoto

As a result of the morning russian attack on Odesa, 4 people were wounded, including a five-year-old child. On the territory of the bus depot, 6 buses caught fire, another 11 buses and 6 cars were damaged.

War in Ukraine • July 13, 08:26 AM • 5303 views
Zelenskyy expects new meetings with partners to increase pressure on the russian federation and protect Ukraine

The President of Ukraine stated the need to increase pressure on Russia through new sanctions and projects, in particular the European anti-ballistic shield FREYJA. Meetings and negotiations are expected in the near future to strengthen the protection of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • July 13, 07:33 AM • 4662 views
Russia attacked Odesa, affecting transport infrastructure

The enemy attacked Odesa, striking the city's transport infrastructure. Details of the attack are currently being clarified.

War in Ukraine • July 13, 05:27 AM • 4374 views
Russia attacked Odesa region with drones, hitting a multi-story building and a construction supermarket

Russian troops attacked Odesa region with strike drones. In Odesa district, hits were recorded on the upper floors of a residential building and damage to the roof of a construction supermarket.

War in Ukraine • July 12, 08:09 PM • 3785 views
Zelenskyy announces changes in diplomatic directions: the reason why

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the preparation of personnel changes in diplomacy amid delays in arms supplies. He emphasized that agreements with partners must be implemented faster and more fully.

War in Ukraine • July 11, 06:51 PM • 6359 views
Over 1.5 billion euros in investments, new housing programs, and AI for reconstruction – results of the URC-2026 conference in Gdańsk

The URC-2026 conference concluded with the attraction of over 1. 5 billion euros and the signing of more than 30 agreements. Key areas include housing, transport, and municipal infrastructure.

Society • July 1, 12:25 PM • 64443 views
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Will the lights be turned off in July and August - experts assessed the risks and gave forecastsPhoto

Ukraine has passed the first hot month without power outages. Experts warn of risks due to heat, repairs, and possible Russian attacks.

Society • June 26, 11:34 AM • 55594 views
14 more beaches opened in Odesa region

In Odesa region, the opening of 14 more beach areas has been approved, now 27 beaches are available. This was reported by the head of Odesa OVA Oleh Kiper.

Society • June 19, 02:29 PM • 4218 views
Rats are the first to flee a sinking ship: why an oncologist left the Odrex clinic immediately after a patient's deathVideo

Oncologist Maryna Bielotserkovska left the Odrex clinic after the death of businessman Adnan Kivan in an attempt to save her own reputation. The case is accompanied by delays in court hearings due to the absence of a lawyer.

Society • June 19, 02:04 PM • 94936 views
Man received a life sentence for raping three stepdaughters - decision was achieved on appeal, Prosecutor General Kravchenko personally supported the prosecution

A 50-year-old man was sentenced to life imprisonment for raping three minor stepdaughters. The prosecutor's office appealed the initial sentence of 15 years.

Society • June 19, 11:03 AM • 4858 views
The court has delivered a verdict in the case of the murder of prominent activist Hanul in Odesa

The Prymorskyi District Court of Odesa found Serhii Shalaev guilty of the murder of activist Demian Hanul. He was sentenced to life imprisonment with confiscation of property.

Society • June 19, 09:58 AM • 3660 views
Court once again postpones preliminary hearing in the case of Odrex doctors accused of negligence due to lawyer's failure to appear

Odessa court again postpones Odrex doctors' case regarding the death of Adnan Kivan due to the absence of a lawyer. The preliminary hearing was rescheduled for June 25.

Society • June 18, 01:02 PM • 14631 views
Ukrainian Navy denies reports of alleged sea drone bombardment of OdesaVideo

The Ukrainian Navy has debunked a fake report regarding the bombardment of Odesa by sea drones on June 17. In reality, the military was conducting planned defense preparation activities.

Society • June 18, 08:06 AM • 6499 views
Involved in the mass torture of prisoners – SBU serves notice of suspicion to a jailer in the Luhansk region

The SBU has served a notice of suspicion to a jailer in the occupied Luhansk region for the torture of Ukrainian servicemen. The perpetrator beat prisoners with batons and is currently evading justice.

Society • June 17, 01:02 PM • 4118 views
Lured a 7-year-old girl, raped and murdered her – a man in Odesa sentenced to life imprisonmentPhotoVideo

A court has sentenced a 32-year-old Odesa resident to life imprisonment for the rape and murder of Solomiya Tarasyuk. The perpetrator hid the body in a basement, where it was later discovered by law enforcement officers.

Society • June 17, 12:30 PM • 5011 views
Recusals, postponements, and pressure: what is happening in the case of the Odrex clinic doctors accused of medical negligence

Odrex doctors are accused of medical negligence that may have led to the death of businessman Adnan Kivan. The defense is dragging out the case through recusals and postponements to allow the statute of limitations to expire.

Society • June 17, 11:18 AM • 57984 views
Russian drone attacked Odesa district - two civilians wounded, woman hospitalized

As a result of a UAV strike in the Odesa district, a house was damaged and two pensioners were wounded. A 70-year-old woman was hospitalized in moderate condition.

War in Ukraine • June 16, 04:48 PM • 6072 views
We wish UNESCO would learn to call things by their proper names – Berezhna on Russian attacks on cultural heritage in Ukraine

Tetiana Berezhna called on UNESCO to officially recognize Russia as guilty of destroying heritage. The organization records the destruction but does not specify the perpetrator of the attacks.

Culture • June 16, 01:08 PM • 4098 views
A Performance Directed by the Accused: Odrex Doctor Brings Support Group to Court Hearings

Odrex doctor Vitaliy Rusakov brought a support group to the court hearing regarding the death of Adnan Kivan. He is attempting to pressure the court and the prosecution.

Society • June 16, 12:35 PM • 81108 views
Russian strike on the Lavra qualified as a violation of the laws and customs of war - Prosecutor General Kravchenko provides detailsPhoto

Investigation launched into the strike on the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra and the Dovzhenko Film Studios. Nearly 2,000 cultural heritage sites have already been damaged in Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • June 15, 10:42 AM • 6267 views