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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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Ministry of Health revoked one of the licenses of the scandalous Odrex clinic in Odesa – order

The Ministry of Health has suspended one of the licenses of the Odesa clinic "Odrex" due to the failure to provide documents during an inspection. The license was revoked from "Dim Medytsyny" LLC, but the clinic has several others.

Society • December 11, 01:06 PM • 4093 views
Stole a flag from a soldier's grave: a man sentenced to three years in Kharkiv

The Industrial District Court of Kharkiv sentenced a man who stole the flag of Ukraine from the grave of a fallen soldier on June 20, 2025. The accused pleaded guilty and was already in prison for robbery.

Society • December 11, 08:36 AM • 3064 views
Court leaves Trukhanov under round-the-clock house arrest

The Kyiv Court of Appeal upheld the pre-trial detention measure for former Odesa mayor Hennadiy Trukhanov. He is suspected of official negligence that led to the death of nine people.

Crimes and emergencies • December 10, 03:07 PM • 10964 views
Ukraine seizes Russian vessel that exported Ukrainian grain through Crimea and evaded sanctions

A Russian vessel that illegally exported Ukrainian agricultural products through occupied Crimea has been detained and seized in the Odesa port. The dry cargo ship systematically entered closed Crimean ports, and in 2021, it exported over 6.9 thousand tons of wheat to Africa.

Crimes and emergencies • December 10, 09:09 AM • 5101 views
Shooting in Odesa, one dead - police

A shooting occurred on Fontanska Road in Odesa, resulting in the death of a man. Police are establishing the circumstances of the incident and the person involved.

Crimes and emergencies • December 9, 05:42 PM • 3932 views
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The investigation has every reason to initiate a large-scale inspection of the Ministry of Health in the scandalous Odrex clinic - lawyer

The Ministry of Health revoked one of Odrex clinic's licenses due to its refusal to provide documents, but the medical facility will continue to operate thanks to other licenses. Former Deputy Prosecutor General Oleksiy Bahanets believes that there are sufficient grounds for a full inspection of all companies associated with Odrex within the framework of criminal proceedings.

Health • December 9, 10:26 AM • 33281 views
Russia plans to destabilize Ukraine with "peaceful protests" in major cities: ombudsman reveals details

Russian special services plan to organize protest actions in Odesa, Dnipro, Kharkiv, Mykolaiv, and Kyiv. Their goal is to destabilize the situation and put pressure on the Ukrainian leadership.

Society • December 8, 01:58 PM • 3334 views
In Zaporizhzhia, a group of individuals who systematically stole natural gas from the main pipeline system has been exposedPhoto

In Zaporizhzhia, a group of four individuals, including the owner and director of a limited liability company, who systematically stole natural gas from the main pipeline system, has been exposed. The suspects connected to the system bypassing metering devices, selling the gas through a mobile refueling station.

Crimes and emergencies • December 8, 01:28 PM • 2891 views
In Odesa, a scheme of illegal beach rental was operating, it was successfully liquidated - prosecutor's office

The prosecutor's office succeeded in revoking outdated rules in Odesa that allowed the illegal transfer of sandy coastal areas for rent without tenders. The Odesa City Council canceled these Rules on November 19, 2025.

Crimes and emergencies • December 5, 01:23 PM • 2970 views
Kremlin sets conditions for non-aggression against Odesa and Mykolaiv, unable to capture them - ISW

The Kremlin is offering a non-aggression pact on Odesa and Mykolaiv as a "concession" in negotiations, even though Russian forces are unable to capture them. Statements by the deputy chairman of the Russian State Duma's defense committee indicate attempts to influence peace talks.

War in Ukraine • December 5, 05:44 AM • 5177 views
Low-cost airlines plan return to Ukraine: FT learned when

European low-cost airlines, including Wizz Air and Ryanair, plan to resume flights to Ukraine after a peace agreement is signed, predicting a boom in "catastrophe tourism" and the return of people. Wizz Air plans to base 15 aircraft within two years, and Ryanair could resume services two weeks after an agreement.

Society • December 4, 12:31 PM • 58483 views
Clashes at the "Zhovten" sanatorium near Kyiv: what does businessman Kaufman have to do with it?

Former SAP prosecutor Stanislav Bronytskyi stated that businessman Borys Kaufman, who is involved in a number of high-profile corruption cases, may be connected to the incident on the territory of the "Zhovten" sanatorium.

Society • December 4, 11:36 AM • 24220 views
In Odesa region, Russia attacked a DTEK facility: 50,000 families without electricity

As a result of the night shelling of Odesa by Russian drones, a DTEK energy facility was damaged. More than 50,000 homes were left without electricity, and energy workers are working to restore it.

Society • December 4, 07:39 AM • 4431 views
Russia attacked Odesa with drones: there are casualties, a fire broke out at an energy infrastructure facilityPhoto

As a result of a drone attack on Odesa on the night of December 4, five people were injured. A fire broke out at an energy infrastructure facility, and an administrative building and high-rise buildings were damaged.

War in Ukraine • December 4, 05:39 AM • 5552 views
Danish Post to stop sending letters from 2026

Denmark will be the first country in Europe to stop delivering paper letters from 2026 due to an almost 90% reduction in volume since 2000. Danish Post NordPost will focus on parcel delivery, dismantling mailboxes at the end of December.

News of the World • December 4, 04:52 AM • 5072 views
Threats primarily aimed at Odesa: the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reacted to Putin's words about an attack on Ukrainian ports

The head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, Andriy Sybiha, stated that Russian dictator Vladimir Putin has been making statements for two days in a row that indicate his unwillingness to end the war, threatening seaports and freedom of navigation, especially Odesa. Sybiha emphasized that Russia must stop the bloodshed, otherwise it will have consequences.

Politics • December 2, 06:12 PM • 6526 views
"3000 km across Ukraine": the first stage of the program has started - how to get tickets for kilometers

Starting December 3, the "Ukrzaliznytsia" application allows users to book up to four trips totaling 3000 kilometers as part of the "3000 km across Ukraine" program, which is available to frontline communities. Free tickets are offered on 24 designated routes in open-plan carriages, compartments, regional trains, and Intercity 2nd class.

Society • December 2, 04:58 PM • 69768 views
SAP tears apart internal conflicts despite the external success of Operation Midas - ex-prosecutor revealed behind-the-scenes incidents

SAP tears apart internal conflicts despite the external success of Operation Midas - ex-prosecutor revealed behind-the-scenes incidents.

Politics • December 2, 01:11 PM • 2455 views
The Ministry of Health is obliged to respond to public complaints from patients and conduct unscheduled inspections of clinics where there is a threat to life and health - lawyers

Lawyers claim that the Ministry of Health should conduct unscheduled inspections of clinics where there is a threat to the life and health of patients, even during wartime. This became relevant after the scandal with the death of a businessman in the Odesa clinic Odrex and numerous complaints about improper medical care.

Society • December 1, 09:30 AM • 62782 views
Cadet of military academy found dead in Odesa: suicide considered, abuse of power being investigated

On November 26, 2025, a first-year cadet, Pavlo S. , was found dead at the Odesa Military Academy. Law enforcement officers are preliminarily classifying the incident as suicide, but are investigating a version of abuse of power.

Society • November 29, 07:43 AM • 4789 views
There will be no peace: Putin demands the withdrawal of Ukrainian troops from Donbas and dreams of seizing new territories

Vladimir Putin demands the withdrawal of Ukrainian troops from Donbas, threatening military seizure of new territories if they refuse. He announced an increase in "returned" territories and made false statements about Pokrovsk, Myrnohrad, Siversk, and Vovchansk.

War in Ukraine • November 27, 03:32 PM • 4454 views
Relatives of victims of the scandalous Odrex clinic called on law enforcement to investigate and punish those responsible for the death of their loved ones - videoVideo

Relatives of victims of the Odesa clinic "Odrex" publicly appealed to law enforcement to investigate the deaths of their loved ones and bring those responsible to justice. They claim that the medical institution avoids punishment by hiding behind statements about pressure on business.

Society • November 27, 03:30 PM • 38619 views
From gambling to medicine: who is behind the Odesa clinic Odrex, which is linked to patient deaths. Part 1Photo

After the death of Odesa businessman Adnan Kivan, the Odrex clinic replaced its license, and its founders were found to be connected to the gambling business. The clinic's owners, including Iryna Zaykova and Tigran Arutyunyan, had a joint business manufacturing slot machines before establishing the medical facility.

Society • November 27, 12:37 PM • 21299 views
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The Ministry of Health has the right to inspect the Odrex clinic: a lawyer explained why the patient's death is sufficient grounds for an unscheduled inspection

The Ministry of Health has launched an unscheduled inspection of the Odesa clinic "Odrex" after the death of businessman Adnan Kivan, which became the subject of a criminal investigation. Lawyer Dmytro Kasianenko explains that systematic violations, relatives' complaints, and expert opinions are sufficient legal grounds for control and possible revocation of the clinic's license.

Society • November 26, 02:29 PM • 11622 views
Unexpected call from a "bank" or an "investment offer": The Prosecutor General's Office systematically destroys fraudulent call centers and reminds how to protect your dataVideo

The Prosecutor General's Office is systematically dismantling the fraudulent call center industry, having eliminated hundreds of such operations in recent months. Prosecutors urge Ukrainians to be vigilant and remind them of digital safety rules, as calls and messages from fraudsters continue to arrive.

Society • November 26, 12:32 PM • 2507 views
"Coalition of the Willing": US-backed working group to address "final security guarantees" in case of peace agreement - Politico

European leaders, including France and Great Britain, are discussing the creation of multinational military forces to support Ukraine after a peace agreement with Russia. A working group has been established to clarify the details of military assistance, which may include troop deployment and air support.

Politics • November 26, 07:49 AM • 3303 views
Balcony with two women collapsed in Odesa: State Emergency Service reveals detailsPhotoVideo

In Odesa, on November 25, a third-floor balcony collapsed with two women born in 1941 and 1969 on it. Rescuers freed the victims from under the rubble and handed them over to medics.

Society • November 25, 02:26 PM • 3509 views
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The Ministry of Health, at the request of the Prosecutor General's Office, is conducting an inspection at the scandalous Odesa clinic Odrex, where a patient died

The Ministry of Health has launched an unscheduled inspection at the Odesa clinic Odrex based on a request from the Prosecutor General's Office. The inspection is related to the death of local businessman Adnan Kivan, who, according to the investigation, died as a result of improper treatment.

Society • November 25, 01:41 PM • 17539 views
Putin gave his terrorist response to the peaceful proposals of the US and Trump: Sybiha on night strikes on UkraineVideo

Russia's night attack with drones and missiles on Ukraine resulted in civilian deaths and injuries, and damaged homes and infrastructure. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha called it a terrorist response to the peaceful proposals of the US and Trump.

War in Ukraine • November 25, 07:46 AM • 6800 views
"Shahed" hit on residential building in Odesa is not true - Odesa Regional Military Administration

The head of the Odesa Regional Military Administration, Oleh Kiper, denied information about a "Shahed" drone hitting a residential building in Odesa. Enemy shelling was aimed at critical infrastructure, which caused power and heat supply interruptions.

Society • November 24, 10:24 PM • 40925 views