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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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From frost to 25°C: weather forecast for today

Dry weather is expected in Ukraine on October 2, with temperatures ranging from 6-11° at night to 16-21° during the day. In the east and southeast, it will be up to 25°, while in the western regions it will be cooler with possible frosts.

Society • October 2, 05:19 AM • 32819 views
A new group of communal workers from Odesa went to build fortifications in the east

The mayor of Odesa has announced that a new group of utility workers will be sent to build fortifications in eastern Ukraine. They will replace their colleagues who have been working there for a month; two of the previous group remained in place.

War in Ukraine • October 2, 04:09 AM • 19518 views
Explosions in Izmail: Ukrainian Armed Forces warned about enemy UAVs

Explosions were heard in Izmail, Odesa region. Earlier, the Ukrainian Air Force warned of enemy drones headed for Izmail.

War in Ukraine • October 2, 12:43 AM • 21823 views
Group of enemy UAVs spotted over Black Sea in direction of Odesa region

The Ukrainian Air Force reported a group of enemy drones flying from the Black Sea toward Odesa region. The head of Odesa RMA urged residents to take shelter.

War in Ukraine • October 1, 10:32 PM • 19107 views
Assistance to hospitals in the region, reconstruction of irrigation systems: Kiper tells details of meeting with Italian delegation

The Head of Odesa RMA met with Italian parliamentarians. They discussed assistance to hospitals, reconstruction of irrigation systems and restoration of cultural heritage sites in the region.

War in Ukraine • October 1, 03:59 PM • 17168 views
A 24-year-old girl who was injured during the Russian attack on Izmail on September 27 dies in hospital

A 24-year-old girl wounded during the Russian attack on Izmail on September 27 has died in hospital. The total number of casualties increased to 4, with 3 dead and 11 wounded reported earlier.

War in Ukraine • October 1, 11:24 AM • 14328 views
Explosion occurs in Odesa after warning about reconnaissance UAV

An explosion occurred in the city of Odesa after the Ukrainian Air Force warned of a reconnaissance drone flying towards the city. Mayor Gennadiy Trukhanov confirmed the explosion and said that the city's defenders were working.

War in Ukraine • October 1, 09:07 AM • 13426 views
An employee of the TCC, who worked for the Russians during the occupation of Kherson region, was detained in Odesa

The SBI exposed a former inspector of the Dariia colony who collaborated with the occupiers in Kherson region. After the de-occupation, he served in the TCC in Odesa region, where he served summonses, hiding his past.

War in Ukraine • September 30, 11:55 AM • 16911 views
A cannabis plantation worth almost UAH 300 million was discovered on the lands of the state forest fund in Odesa region

Law enforcement officers found a large field of hemp near the border with Moldova. The 7-hectare plot belongs to a state forestry enterprise, and criminal proceedings have been initiated.

Crimes and emergencies • September 30, 11:16 AM • 12706 views
Odesa region suffered a UAV attack at night: no casualties, some damage

Russian troops attacked Odesa region with attack drones. In Odesa district, a residential building and three trucks were damaged, and in Rozdilnyansky district, UAVs fell on an open area. There were no casualties.

War in Ukraine • September 29, 07:40 AM • 17437 views
Air defense forces destroy 15 of 22 Russian “shaheds” overnight

Russian occupants launched 22 attack UAVs at Ukraine on the night of September 29. Air defense forces shot down 15 drones in different regions, and another 5 were lost as a result of electronic warfare countermeasures.

War in Ukraine • September 29, 06:03 AM • 17061 views
Representatives of the Odesa-based Batkivshchyna party brought expired humanitarian aid to the children's regional hospital: Keeper reacts

Representatives of the Odesa-based Batkivshchyna party delivered overdue humanitarian aid to the regional children's hospital. The head of the Odesa RMA, Oleh Kiper, promised to look into the situation, calling it a possible “sabotage.

Politics • September 28, 09:10 AM • 37036 views
Russia launched a missile attack on Odesa region at night: a recreation center was partially destroyed by fire

At night, Russia launched a missile attack on Odesa region. In Bilhorod-Dnistrovskyi district, a recreation center was partially destroyed and two cars were burned, with no casualties.

War in Ukraine • September 28, 06:11 AM • 16495 views
Ukrainian air defense destroyed 69 UAVs and 2 missiles overnight

On the night of September 28, 2024, Ukraine's air defense repelled a large-scale attack. 69 Shahed attack UAVs and 2 X-59/69 guided missiles were destroyed, and 13 regions of Ukraine were attacked.

War in Ukraine • September 28, 05:42 AM • 32395 views
Morning strike in Odesa region: eight injured in hospital, one in serious condition

In the Odesa region, the aftermath of an enemy attack on Izmail is being eliminated. 8 wounded are in hospital, one is in serious condition, and utility companies are clearing the destruction and removing debris.

Society • September 27, 01:12 PM • 15037 views
Court acquits singer Khrystyna Soloviy for swearing on stage because of the old name Chornomorsk

An Ilyichevsk court acquitted singer Khrystyna Soloviy, who was accused of hooliganism for swearing at a festival. Soloviy called the former name of the city of Chornomorsk “complete bullshit” and the court found no offense.

Society • September 27, 12:52 PM • 13175 views
Number of injured in morning Russian attack in Odesa region rises to 16

The enemy attacked Izmail district of Odesa region. Three people were killed, 16 people were wounded, including a 3-year-old child, and buildings and cars were damaged.

War in Ukraine • September 27, 07:09 AM • 16114 views
Russian attack on Odesa region: 14 wounded, including three children

A nighttime attack by Russian drones on the Danube region of Odesa killed 3 people and wounded 14, including three children. Civilian infrastructure was damaged, and the consequences of the shelling are being examined and recorded.

War in Ukraine • September 27, 06:44 AM • 13967 views
Illegal 355 thousand euros and 46 thousand dollars found in Kyiv-Peremyshl train

Customs officers found undeclared 355 thousand euros and 46 thousand dollars in the Ukrainian woman's luggage. Criminal proceedings were opened against the woman and a fine of PLN 50 thousand was imposed.

Economy • September 27, 05:11 AM • 54951 views
Explosions in Izmail: Air Force warned of drone attack

Explosions occurred in the city of Izmail, Odesa region. Earlier, the Ukrainian Air Force warned of a possible drone attack on Odesa region.

War in Ukraine • September 26, 11:38 PM • 19496 views
Explosions heard in Odesa

Explosions were reported in the city of Odesa. The Ukrainian Air Force reported the detection of an attack drone in the west of Odesa region.

War in Ukraine • September 26, 10:03 PM • 18629 views
58-year-old man dies in hospital after Russian attack on Odesa on September 20

One of the wounded in the Russian shelling of Odesa on September 20 died in hospital. The 58-year-old man's life could not be saved, and condolences are extended to his family.

War in Ukraine • September 26, 09:52 AM • 14214 views
Two injured in Kyiv as UAV wreckage falls - Interior Ministry

People in several regions of Ukraine were injured as a result of Russia's night attack on Ukraine. In Kyiv, a man was wounded by falling UAV debris, in Zaporizhzhia, eight people were wounded by air bombs, and in Kherson region, 2 people were injured.

War in Ukraine • September 26, 06:30 AM • 23152 views
Russian Federation attacks Odesa region with missiles and UAVs: one killed

On the night of September 26, Russia attacked Odesa region with missiles and drones. A 62-year-old woman was killed in Odesa district, buildings and cars were damaged, and dry grass caught fire.

War in Ukraine • September 26, 05:53 AM • 15128 views
Missile threat announced in Odesa: residents are urged to take shelter

The Air Force of the Ukrainian Armed Forces reported a missile threat in Odesa. The head of Odesa RMA, Oleh Kiper, urged residents of the city and the district to stay in safe places.

War in Ukraine • September 25, 07:09 PM • 16051 views
AP: President's Office names conditions under which Ukraine will agree to cease fire with Russia

Zelenskyy's advisers say Ukraine will agree to a ceasefire if Russia cannot invade again. Kyiv rejects proposals that would only suspend the war and give Moscow time to consolidate.

War in Ukraine • September 25, 03:59 PM • 18380 views
Smuggling of drugs worth millions of hryvnias: large-scale supply channel to Ukraine blocked

Law enforcement officers detained a foreigner who organized drug smuggling to the Middle East and Ukraine. More than 5 kg of drugs worth almost UAH 5 million were seized, and a measure of restraint was chosen for the suspect.

Crimes and emergencies • September 25, 11:14 AM • 13948 views
Ukrainian Air Defense Forces shoot down 28 “Shahed” and four missiles at night

At night, Russian occupants attacked Ukraine with missiles and UAVs. Air defense forces destroyed 28 Shahed drones and 4 guided missiles, and another 4 drones were lost by the enemy in different regions.

War in Ukraine • September 25, 04:41 AM • 41843 views
Wreckage of a Shahed attack drone discovered in Romania once again

Fragments of a Russian Geranium-2 attack drone were found in Romania. The wreckage was found south of the city of Plaura and was seized for examination.

War in Ukraine • September 24, 04:22 PM • 17065 views
Odesa border guard who promised to take a man to the border with Moldova for $4 thousand was detained

In Odesa region, a border guard was detained who promised to take a man to the border with Moldova for $4,000. The suspect was served a notice of suspicion and a custody was chosen as a measure of restraint.

Crimes and emergencies • September 24, 01:23 PM • 11751 views