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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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Head of NGO detained in Odesa for selling documents to evade conscription

A 22-year-old head of a public organization who demanded $2500 for help in evading conscription was detained in Odesa. During the detention, $5000, seals of the TCC and forms of military documents were seized.

Crimes and emergencies • October 31, 10:51 AM • 15511 views
Suspect in organizing scheme in Odesa MSEC arrested with UAH 10 million bail

The Odesa MSEC exposed a scheme to issue fictitious disability certificates to evade mobilization. The organizer of the scheme, who involved 12 doctors, faces up to 10 years in prison, and the court set bail at UAH 10 million.

Crimes and emergencies • October 31, 10:19 AM • 13956 views
Russia attacks a bridge in Zatoka in Odesa region with missiles, shooting down 17 drones

Russia attacked the bridge in Zatoka, Odesa region, with Iskander and X-59/69 missiles. In total, the enemy launched 53 air targets, including 43 Shahed drones, of which 17 were shot down.

War in Ukraine • October 31, 06:40 AM • 19378 views
Massive attack in Odesa region: the enemy fired about 10 missiles

Russian troops fired about 10 missiles of various types at Odesa region. According to the mayor of Odesa, all explosions were recorded outside the city.

War in Ukraine • October 30, 06:49 PM • 30561 views
Odesa under attack: an explosion was heard in the city

Explosions were reported in Odesa after warnings of missile launches. The air force reported several groups of missiles moving from the south along the Black Sea coast.

War in Ukraine • October 30, 06:02 PM • 19637 views
Customs officers prevent illegal export of vintage camera collection in Odesa region

An attempt to smuggle 42 vintage cameras to Turkey was detected at Odesa customs. Among them are rare models of Zeiss, Kodak, FED and other manufacturers from 1930-1960.

Society • October 30, 03:18 AM • 50753 views
Head of Odesa RMA speaks Turkish - video

Oleg Kiper congratulated Consul General of Turkey Muhittin Celik on the national holiday. The Head of Odesa RMA emphasized the commonality of history and culture of the two nations, noting their struggle for independence.

Politics • October 29, 06:35 PM • 28722 views
Explosion occurs in Odesa, air defense forces are working

An explosion was reported in Odesa, and the air defense system is operating. According to the Air Force, the air defense system is practicing on a reconnaissance drone of Russian troops.

War in Ukraine • October 29, 03:07 PM • 18245 views
Odesa region: SBI exposes multi-million corruption scheme in regional medical examination commission

In Odesa region, a group of 13 doctors who issued fake disability documents for $6-12 thousand was exposed. During the searches, $80,000 was seized, the organizer was detained, and 42 “clients” were identified.

Crimes and emergencies • October 29, 12:49 PM • 13494 views
Russians fire missiles at Odesa region: a man is killed

A Russian Su-30 fired two X-31P guided missiles at Odesa region from the Black Sea. The attack killed a 71-year-old man who was near the sea.

War in Ukraine • October 29, 12:34 PM • 14484 views
Two explosions occurred in Odesa after missile launch was prevented

Two explosions were reported in Odesa after the Air Force warned of missiles heading toward the region. The first explosion occurred at around 12:35, and the head of the RMA called on people to take cover.

War in Ukraine • October 29, 10:49 AM • 13774 views
Land in seaports is being improved in Odesa region

A working group has been set up in Odesa region to organize land in seaports. This will accelerate port development, increase budget revenues and attract new investors.

Society • October 29, 08:25 AM • 15425 views
DobroDiy Charity Marketplace raises UAH 300 thousand for treatment of a 4-year-old son of a Ukrainian soldier

The DobroDiy Charity Marketplace is raising UAH 300 thousand for the rehabilitation of 4-year-old Yaroslav Yermolin at the Nodus Center. The boy was seriously injured after falling out of a window while his father was fighting in the Donetsk region.

Society • October 29, 07:05 AM • 13882 views
Where to expect fog and rain: weather forecast for today

Mostly no precipitation in Ukraine, with light rain in the west. Temperatures at night will be 2-11° C, during the day 9-18° C, with partly fog and cloudy skies.

Society • October 29, 06:13 AM • 34216 views
The keeper was elected chairman of the football association of Odesa region

Oleh Kiper, the head of the Odesa Regional State Administration, has been elected the new head of the regional football association. The decision was made during the VII Conference based on the results of the delegates' voting.

Sports • October 28, 12:11 PM • 16035 views
Famous Odesa millionaire and Kyiv Post owner Adnan Kivan dies

The founder of KADORR Group, Adnan Kiwan, passed away on October 28, 2024. The businessman of Arab origin with a fortune of $240 million was known as a real estate developer and owner of media assets.

Society • October 28, 09:48 AM • 13846 views
Head of Odesa MSEC was dismissed long before high-profile all-Ukrainian scandals - Kiper

Oleh Kiper, head of the Odesa RSA, initiated the dismissal of the head of the MSEC because of unsatisfactory conditions for the military. The head himself wrote a letter of resignation before the President's decree on the liquidation of all MSECs.

Politics • October 28, 09:05 AM • 14101 views
Food security: Kiper told about farmers' plans for the harvest in 2025

Odesa region plans to sow 760 thousand hectares of winter crops for the 2025 harvest. So far, 43.4% of the plan has been sown, and winter rape has exceeded the target by 50%.

Economy • October 28, 06:39 AM • 25860 views
Legendary footballer Shevchenko visits Odesa Children's Hospital

Andriy Shevchenko and the head of the Odesa RSA visited the regional children's clinical hospital. The legendary footballer presented children with autographed balls and other gifts.

Society • October 27, 12:00 PM • 20477 views
Weather in Ukraine on October 27: where it will be warm and where to expect rain

Partly cloudy weather with temperatures ranging from +10 to +18 degrees is expected in Ukraine on October 27. Light rains are possible in the east, while the rest of the country will remain without precipitation.

Society • October 27, 06:02 AM • 115204 views
Weather in Ukraine: partly cloudy weather, rains are expected in the east

Partly cloudy weather is expected in Ukraine on October 26 with temperatures ranging from +8 to +17°C. Light rains are forecast in the east, while in the western regions and in the south there will be no precipitation.

Kyiv • October 26, 05:18 AM • 27798 views
Victory plan: Kiper tells how he will implement Zelensky's idea at the local level

Deputies of the Odesa City Council unanimously supported Zelensky's Victory Plan. Oleh Kiper, Head of RMA, spoke about the implementation of the plan and the liquidation of the MSEC.

Politics • October 25, 02:59 PM • 16380 views
Ukraine has already harvested 63.7 million tons of crops: which regions have the most

Ukrainian farmers harvested 63. 7 million tons of grains and oilseeds from an area of 18.1 million hectares. The largest harvest was in Odesa, Poltava and Vinnytsia regions.

Economy • October 25, 01:05 PM • 24529 views
Odesa was the first to support Zelensky's victory plan, collectively and unanimously - Kiper

Odesa was the first to support Zelensky's victory plan, collectively and unanimously, said RMA Chairman Kiper.

War in Ukraine • October 25, 12:52 PM • 30758 views
36 out of 63 enemy drones shot down over Ukraine: which regions were attacked by Russia

At night, Russia attacked Ukraine with 63 Shahed drones from different directions. Air defense forces destroyed 36 enemy UAVs in 12 regions, most of them in Odesa and Kyiv.

War in Ukraine • October 25, 07:12 AM • 55921 views
112 Service expands geography: 7 veterans become operators at new center in Dnipro

The third 112 communication center, which serves 7 eastern regions of Ukraine, was launched in Dnipro. During the first month of operation, the operators received 200,000 calls, of which 40,000 required emergency response.

Society • October 25, 07:04 AM • 15941 views
“What's there to comment on?” The keeper ironically reacted to a journalistic investigation with his data in Getcontact

The head of the Odesa RSA ironically commented on a journalistic investigation into his possible involvement in the sand business. The investigation is based on data from Getcontact, where his friend's phone number is listed as “Kiper's godfather.

Society • October 25, 06:30 AM • 14885 views
Violation of the language law: fewer complaints and more fines

In Ukraine, 1808 appeals were recorded regarding violations of the language law, which is 1. 7 times less than last year. Most of the complaints were about the lack of Ukrainian versions of websites, while the number of fines increased 1.7 times.

Society • October 25, 06:15 AM • 14225 views
Fall vacation starts in Kyiv schools on October 28

Autumn vacation in Kyiv will last from October 28 to November 3. During the holidays, clubs and compensatory classes will be held, and teachers will have the opportunity to improve their skills.

Kyiv • October 24, 12:01 PM • 16659 views
DIU warns of provocative rallies in Ukraine: in which cities

Telegram is looking for Ukrainians to participate in paid rallies against the country's leadership. The actions are planned to be held in Kyiv, Odesa, Dnipro and other regional centers.

War in Ukraine • October 24, 11:58 AM • 15865 views