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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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Hurovske: village in Odesa region named in honor of military intelligence

The village of Pershotravneve in Rozdilnyansky district of Odesa region was renamed to Hurovske in honor of the GUR. The decision was made to recognize the contribution of the Ukrainian intelligence service to the protection of national interests.

Society • November 8, 04:11 PM • 17299 views
Harvest 2024: how much grain and oilseeds have already been harvested

Ukraine harvested 68. 9 million tons of grains and oilseeds from an area of 18.9 million hectares. The biggest harvest was in Odesa, Poltava and Chernihiv regions.

Economy • November 8, 03:18 PM • 32919 views
Ukraine will introduce a monthly “teacher's allowance” in January

Starting in January 2025, teachers will receive an additional payment of UAH 1000 per month. Starting September 2025, the additional payment will be increased to UAH 2000, as announced by Prime Minister Shmyhal.

Society • November 8, 02:14 PM • 25188 views
Extorting money from conscripts under the guise of police and TCR: gang detained

A criminal group in Odesa posed as TCR and police officers, extorting money from men of military age. For one “patrol” the criminals received from 40 thousand hryvnias.

Society • November 8, 01:00 PM • 16985 views
The Kyiv Scientific Research Institute of Forensic Expertise told about the equipment of X-69 missiles launched by russia at Ukraine

KFI experts found that the russian X-69 missile was made from components of various types of weapons. Foreign parts from the United States, Germany, Taiwan, China and Malaysia were found in the missile.

War in Ukraine • November 8, 11:57 AM • 18811 views
TCC on Sternenko's application for wanted status: sent to the HLC

The Odesa TCC reported that Sternenko had already paid a fine for violating the rules of military registration and was sent to a military qualification commission. The TCC denies the accusations of “revenge” and calls for a constructive dialogue.

Society • November 8, 09:44 AM • 25022 views
Keeper tells about the condition of the victims of the night attack on Odesa region by Russia

RMA Chairman Kiper spoke about the condition of the victims of the night attack on Odesa region by Russia.

War in Ukraine • November 8, 08:58 AM • 18270 views
Zelensky on Russia's next attacks: Air defense, range, weapons, sanctions are the answer

Russia has attacked Ukrainian cities with missiles and drones, and there are dead and wounded. Zelenskyy called for strengthening air defense and sanctions against the aggressor.

War in Ukraine • November 8, 07:58 AM • 50321 views
Agrarians of Ukraine thanked the head of Odesa RMA Kiper for fighting against “black” exports

The UGA and the UAC supported the initiatives of the Odesa RSA to combat shadow grain exports. Thanks to the new control mechanism, the non-return of foreign exchange earnings decreased from USD 7 billion to USD 2 billion.

Economy • November 8, 07:00 AM • 17097 views
Weather in Ukraine: where is rain expected today and what will be the temperature

Partly cloudy weather is forecast in Ukraine, with light rains possible in the east. The air temperature will range from +6 to +14°C, with the warmest temperature in Odesa.

Society • November 8, 06:02 AM • 23928 views
Consequences of an enemy attack in Odesa region: one person killed, nine wounded

One person died and nine were wounded in the shelling of Odesa region. Residential buildings, an educational institution and an enterprise were damaged, and psychologists from the State Emergency Service provided assistance to 15 victims.

Society • November 8, 05:17 AM • 103353 views
One of the oldest schools in Odesa was destroyed by a nighttime drone attack

Lyceum No. 125 in Odesa suffered from a Shahedi attack: windows, furniture, doors, roof and heating system were damaged. All employees of the institution managed to hide in a shelter and remained unharmed.

War in Ukraine • November 8, 12:22 AM • 18633 views
Enemy drone attack on Odesa: casualties, damage to educational institution and gas pipeline

Russian drones attacked Odesa district, damaging civilian infrastructure and causing fires. Two people were injured, and residential buildings, an educational institution, and gas pipes were damaged.

War in Ukraine • November 7, 11:14 PM • 66943 views
Fire breaks out in residential building in Odesa after drone attack - media

A fire broke out in a residential building in Odesa after a possible hit by an enemy drone. The head of the RMA urged residents not to leave the shelter due to the threat of repeated attacks.

War in Ukraine • November 7, 09:50 PM • 61843 views
Air defense works on reconnaissance drone over Odesa region

In Odesa region, air defense activity was recorded on a reconnaissance drone from the Black Sea. The head of the RMA urged residents to stay in shelters due to the threat of attack by attack drones.

War in Ukraine • November 7, 08:33 PM • 38663 views
Odesa receives the first of four gas piston units funded by the Allies

Odesa received the first gas piston plant to provide heat and water to 250,000 residents. Three more units are planned to be delivered by 2025.

Society • November 7, 01:52 PM • 14984 views
Odesa RMA tells about the condition of the victim of the night attack of the Russian Federation

In Odesa, a 30-year-old man was injured in a kamikaze drone attack and about 50 homes were damaged. Residential buildings, 14 cars, and a gas pipeline were damaged, which is expected to be repaired within 24 hours.

Society • November 7, 01:29 PM • 16149 views
Russian attacks with FAB-250 bombs damage infrastructure and private buildings in Donetsk region

As a result of the attacks, 16 civilian objects in 7 settlements of Donetsk region were damaged by Russian FAB-250 bombs. The damage included 9 residential buildings, an outpatient clinic and a boiler house, and one person was wounded.

Society • November 7, 09:59 AM • 48590 views
Repair of the “road of life” in Odesa region is nearing completion: photos

The T-16-07 road between Izmail and Kiliya is in its final stage of repair. The renovated road will shorten the route from 130 to 45 km and improve logistics in the region.

Society • November 7, 09:23 AM • 18205 views
Large-scale destruction in Odesa: what's left after a nighttime drone attack

An attack by Russian drones in Odesa damaged an 11-story building, a gas pipeline, and 14 cars. A 30-year-old man was injured, and the blast wave smashed windows in nearby buildings.

Society • November 7, 08:12 AM • 18605 views
De-shadowing of the grain market: UZA thanked Kiper and Odesa RMA for bringing order in the domain

The Ukrainian Grain Association thanked the government for its efforts to de-shadow the grain market. The new law on export security should replace several mechanisms with one effective tool.

Economy • November 7, 07:30 AM • 17076 views
Odesa suffered a night attack by Russian drones: there is damage and a casualty

A residential building, 14 cars, and a gas pipeline were damaged in a drone attack in Odesa. A 30-year-old man was injured, and five people received psychological assistance.

War in Ukraine • November 7, 06:25 AM • 18654 views
Weather in Ukraine on November 7: where it will be warmest and what to expect

On November 7, partly cloudy weather without precipitation is expected in Ukraine with a temperature of +8. ..+10°C. It will be warmest in Simferopol and Melitopol - up to +14°C.

Kyiv • November 7, 05:53 AM • 27078 views
Explosion occurs in Odesa after UAV spotted over Black Sea

An explosion is reported in Odesa. The Air Force had previously warned of drones flying from the Black Sea towards Odesa region.

War in Ukraine • November 7, 12:18 AM • 20773 views
For the first time in 20 years, Odesa region has started reconstruction of sewage treatment plants - Kiper

For the first time in 20 years, reconstruction of the 1967 wastewater treatment plant in Artsyz has started. The project is financed by the European Investment Bank and local budgets for a total of UAH 82 million.

Society • November 6, 07:52 PM • 18441 views
Kostiantynivska hromada in Donetsk Oblast left without heating: what is known

Due to the security situation and damage to infrastructure, the Kostiantynivska community has no heating. Heat is provided only for 2 medical institutions and 6 indestructibility points.

Society • November 6, 12:09 PM • 22091 views
Economic cooperation in the maritime and logistics sectors: Kipers shares details of meeting with Latvian Ambassador to Ukraine

Oleh Kiper, Chairman of Odesa RSA, met with Latvian Ambassador Ilgvars Kļava to discuss cooperation in the maritime and logistics sectors. The parties discussed the possibilities of new partnerships between the regions of the two countries.

Politics • November 6, 09:48 AM • 22605 views
Significant contribution to the de-shadowing of the country's economy: agrarians presented gratitude to the head of Odesa RMA Kiper

Oleh Kiper, Head of the Odesa RMA, and Andriy Dykun, Head of the UAC, discussed the strengthening of export controls and tax issues in the agricultural sector. The new grain export control system has already shown positive results in the fight against the shadow market.

Economy • November 5, 04:28 PM • 58084 views
48 drones and 2 missiles shot down over Ukraine: details of Russia's night attack

Russia attacked Ukraine with 79 drones and 2 X-59/69 missiles from different directions. Air defense forces destroyed 48 drones and both missiles in eight regions of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • November 5, 07:19 AM • 19343 views
Heating season 2024: who in Odesa region is already warm

The 2024 heating season has started in Odesa Oblast. Three cities are already receiving heat, and five more settlements are planning to be connected by November 7.

Society • November 5, 07:00 AM • 16717 views