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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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220 thousand Ukrainians are still without power after the attack: Where the situation is most difficult

Following the Russian attack on November 17, power companies have restored electricity supply in most regions of Ukraine. However, 220,000 customers in Odesa and Dnipro regions remain without electricity.

Society • November 18, 02:52 PM • 18192 views
Mourning for victims of Russian missile strike declared in Odesa and region

On November 19, a day of mourning was declared in Odesa and the region for the 10 people killed in a Russian missile strike. Among the victims are 7 law enforcement officers, 47 people are wounded.

War in Ukraine • November 18, 02:48 PM • 18175 views
Changing in response: Washington emphasizes possible strategic decisions due to Russia's escalation

The White House calls the latest Russian shelling of Ukraine a “major escalation. ” The United States is ready to evolve its decisions on support for Ukraine, the deputy national security adviser said.

War in Ukraine • November 18, 01:20 PM • 28388 views
Russia's missile strike on Odesa has killed 10 people, including 7 law enforcement officers - police

A ballistic missile strike on a residential area of Odesa killed 10 people, including 7 police officers. 39 people were injured, including 4 children and 14 law enforcement officers.

War in Ukraine • November 18, 12:48 PM • 18133 views
Russian attack on Odesa: the Air Force says it shot down an Iskander

In Odesa, air defense forces shot down a Russian Iskander-M ballistic missile, but its wreckage fell in a residential area. The fall killed 8 people, including doctors and police officers.

War in Ukraine • November 18, 12:43 PM • 19069 views
Missile strike on Odesa: doctors and police among the dead

A rocket attack on the center of Odesa killed 8 people and wounded 39, including 4 children. The injured are receiving medical care, three adults are in critical condition.

War in Ukraine • November 18, 12:08 PM • 18700 views
“These are not random strikes - these are demonstrative strikes”: Zelensky reacts to Russian attack on Odesa and shows the consequences

A Russian ballistic missile strike on a residential area of Odesa killed 8 people and injured about 20 others. An apartment building, a university and an administrative building were damaged.

War in Ukraine • November 18, 11:38 AM • 20440 views
Missile attack on Odesa: the number of victims continues to grow

A rocket attack on a residential area of Odesa killed 8 people and injured 20. According to preliminary data, the occupiers attacked the city with Iskander missiles.

War in Ukraine • November 18, 11:37 AM • 18795 views
Russian missile attack on Odesa: 8 killed and 18 wounded reported

A Russian missile attack on a residential area of Odesa killed 8 people and wounded 18. Among the victims is a child, four people are in serious condition.

War in Ukraine • November 18, 11:08 AM • 18238 views
Odesa under Russian missile attack: casualties, damage to civilian infrastructure - RMA

Russian troops launched a missile attack on Odesa. The attack resulted in deaths and injuries, as well as damage to residential buildings and civilian infrastructure.

War in Ukraine • November 18, 10:37 AM • 18372 views
Explosion occurs in Odesa after warning of ballistic missile from Crimea

The Ukrainian Air Force warned of the threat of ballistic missile attacks from Crimea in the direction of Odesa. Later, an explosion was heard in the city.

War in Ukraine • November 18, 10:03 AM • 18866 views
Electricity consumption decreased amid outages due to the Russian attack, but there is a need to save - Ukrenergo

Due to the Russian attack on energy facilities and warming, electricity consumption decreased by 7%. The power grid remains in a significant capacity deficit and restrictions are in place for consumers.

Society • November 18, 09:27 AM • 19916 views
Schools have a day off, power companies are working continuously: Keeper tells how Odesa region is recovering after yesterday's attack by Russia

RMA Chairman Kiper told how Odesa region is recovering from yesterday's Russian attack.

War in Ukraine • November 18, 08:59 AM • 15962 views
Consequences of Russia's massive attack on the energy sector: Odesa and Burshtyn are recovering, water and heat are back in other regions

Ukraine is continuing to repair the damage caused by the massive shelling of its energy infrastructure. The most difficult situation is in Odesa, where water and heat supply is being gradually restored, and in Burshtyn.

Society • November 18, 08:53 AM • 17982 views
Situation in Odesa region remains difficult after Russian attack - Kiper

In Odesa and the region, there are still problems with electricity, heat and water supply after the Russian attack. The most difficult situation is in Odesa and Odesa district, where repairs are ongoing.

War in Ukraine • November 17, 07:39 PM • 32578 views
Schools are being closed in Odesa: Governor announces emergency measures after today's attack

The head of Odesa RSA, Oleh Kiper, announced the closure of schools on November 18-19. The emergency committee also decided to open infection control centers and continue the work of city pump rooms.

War in Ukraine • November 17, 06:05 PM • 31355 views
Two people killed, one wounded in morning Russian attack on Odesa - Kiper

The morning shelling of Odesa killed two Ukrenergo employees and wounded a 17-year-old boy. About 50 missile targets were spotted in the region, and critical infrastructure was damaged.

Society • November 17, 04:00 PM • 25508 views
Kiper on the aftermath of the morning's Russian attack: we are doing everything we can to provide people with water, light and heat throughout the day

Head of Odesa RSA reports a large-scale Russian attack with over 80 missile targets in the region. Utilities are working to restore water, heat and electricity supply within 24 hours.

Society • November 17, 02:53 PM • 31086 views
Defense forces report the number of downed air targets: missiles and drones of the occupiers

Ukraine's air defense forces shot down 102 missiles and 42 drones during a large-scale Russian attack. The enemy used strategic bombers, fighters, and ships to launch various types of missiles.

War in Ukraine • November 17, 01:20 PM • 36355 views
Morning attack of the Russian Federation: Keeper calls situation in Odesa region difficult

As a result of Russia's morning attack in Odesa region, critical infrastructure has been disrupted. We have deployed 445 stabilization points in the region, and 300 more are ready to go.

War in Ukraine • November 17, 11:59 AM • 35069 views
Russian attack on Odesa region: two people killed, 17-year-old boy wounded

Two people were killed and a 17-year-old boy was wounded in the Russian attack on Odesa region. Seven houses were damaged in the region, and there were problems with communications, which are gradually being restored.

War in Ukraine • November 17, 10:03 AM • 24874 views
53 out of 83 drones shot down over Ukraine during a night attack by Russia

At night, Russia attacked Ukraine with 83 Shahed drones and an S-300 missile in Kharkiv region. The defense forces destroyed 53 UAVs in different regions, and another 30 were lost locally.

War in Ukraine • November 16, 07:19 AM • 20247 views
Russia's massive attack on Odesa: missiles hit monuments protected by UNESCO

The Russian attack on November 14 in Odesa damaged numerous architectural monuments in the historic center of the city. Among the damaged sites are buildings dating back to the 19th and 20th centuries that are under UNESCO protection.

War in Ukraine • November 15, 04:33 PM • 25902 views
Ukrainian farmers harvested 71.4 million tons of grains and oilseeds

Ukrainian farmers harvested 52. 1 million tons of grains and 19.3 million tons of oilseeds from an area of 19.2 million hectares. The largest grain harvest was in Odesa, Chernihiv and Poltava regions.

Economy • November 15, 03:40 PM • 63569 views
Number of casualties from russian night attack on Odesa increased to 10 - Harlov

One person died and 10 were injured in the russian attack on Odesa. Local authorities have set up aid centers to help the victims and organized medical and legal support.

War in Ukraine • November 15, 12:07 PM • 16459 views
Kiper spoke about the condition of the victims of yesterday's Russian attack on Odesa

RMA Chairman Kiper spoke about the condition of the victims of yesterday's Russian attack on Odesa.

War in Ukraine • November 15, 10:41 AM • 16544 views
Pletenchuk on the russian military-industrial complex and missile buildup: "Although lame, it works"

The Navy spokesperson reported that russia is stockpiling Kalibr missiles, despite their reduced effectiveness due to Ukrainian air defense. russia has eight carriers of these missiles in its Black Sea fleet.

War in Ukraine • November 15, 10:16 AM • 16096 views
“We need air defense and the ability to destroy instruments of terror on enemy territory”: Zelensky shows the consequences of Russia's night attack

One person was killed and 10 were injured, including two children, in a massive attack on Odesa. The President emphasized the need for air defense systems and the ability to destroy enemy targets.

War in Ukraine • November 15, 09:16 AM • 20339 views
One of the two missiles and 25 of 29 drones launched by Russia shot down over Ukraine

Russia attacked Ukraine with 2 X-59/69 missiles and 29 Shahed drones from the Black Sea and Prymorsko-Akhtarsk. Air defense shot down 26 targets, and damage to civilian infrastructure was reported in Odesa.

War in Ukraine • November 15, 06:59 AM • 19559 views
Weather in Ukraine: where to expect sleet and cold snap today

Cloudy weather with rain and sleet is forecast in Ukraine. Temperatures will range from +1 to +8°C, with the warmest temperatures in Odesa and Crimea.

Kyiv • November 15, 05:38 AM • 22358 views