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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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Russian Federation attacked Odesa region with three ballistic missiles today - Air Force

The Russian army attacked Odesa region with three ballistic missiles, probably Iskander-M, from the occupied Crimea. During the day, Ukrainian air defense shot down 5 reconnaissance drones in the south of the country.

War in Ukraine • August 2, 04:31 PM • 47622 views
In Odesa a conflict between a woman and the military occurred, patrol policemen used handcuffs

On Serednofontanska Street in Odesa, a conflict occurred between an aggressive woman and the military. The patrol policemen used physical force and handcuffs, taking the woman to the police station to clarify the circumstances.

Society • August 2, 12:57 PM • 13507 views
Two young men will be tried in Odesa for the murder of a 16-year-old teenager

Two young men will be tried for the murder of a 16-year-old teenager in Odesa. One of them faces up to 15 years in prison, the other - a fine or community service for inflicting light bodily harm.

Crimes and emergencies • August 2, 12:57 PM • 12919 views
Kiper has no conflict with Trukhanov over renaming streets in Odesa

The head of the Odesa RMA and the mayor of Odesa have different positions on street renaming, but this does not mean a conflict. The changes are aimed at strengthening the Ukrainian identity, sparking discussions among the public and cultural figures.

Society • August 2, 11:59 AM • 13452 views
Another explosion in Odesa - mayor

Odesa Mayor Gennadiy Trukhanov reported another explosion in the city. The head of Odesa RMA, Oleh Kiper, urged residents of Odesa and the region to stay in shelters due to the threat of a missile attack.

War in Ukraine • August 2, 11:32 AM • 37103 views
Explosions heard in Odesa - mayor

The mayor of Odesa reported explosions in the city and the threat of ballistic missiles from Crimea. An air alert was declared in Odesa and other regions, and the Ukrainian Air Force warned of the threat of ballistic missile attacks.

War in Ukraine • August 2, 11:00 AM • 32583 views
Russian special services set fire to Ukrzaliznytsia facilities near the border: sabotage group detained

In Chernihiv region, a group of 4 people who were setting fire to railway equipment ordered by Russian special services was neutralized. The saboteurs were trying to disrupt the transportation of troops and equipment to the front.

War in Ukraine • August 2, 10:16 AM • 24395 views
Harvest 2024: farmers harvested more than 28.5 million tons of new crops

Early grain and pulses harvesting has been completed in 5 regions of Ukraine. A total of 25.3 million tons of grains and 3.2 million tons of oilseeds were harvested, and an area of over 7.3 million hectares was threshed.

Economy • August 2, 09:07 AM • 31552 views
Galkin supported the renaming of streets in Odessa

Maxim Galkin has expressed his support for the Ukrainianization of streets in Odessa. He believes that this issue should be decided by Odessa residents and emphasized the right of Ukrainians to build their own national guidelines.

Society • August 2, 07:58 AM • 15498 views
Law enforcers catch about 70 people in arson attacks on military vehicles

Since the beginning of 2024, 59 cases of arson attacks on military vehicles have been solved in Ukraine. We have exposed 68 people who committed these crimes on the orders of Russian special services for a monetary reward.

War in Ukraine • August 2, 07:36 AM • 29733 views
Investor confidence is returning: the volume of foreign investment in Odesa region has increased

The volume of FDI in Odesa region reached $1,730. 2 million, up 21% compared to the end of 2023. The region has risen to fifth place in terms of FDI in Ukraine, becoming the leader in terms of investment growth.

Economy • August 2, 06:00 AM • 17408 views
Without Babel and with Glodan: renaming streets in Odesa divided people 50/50

50% of respondents supported the renaming of streets in Odesa, 50% opposed it. The changes are aimed at strengthening Ukrainian identity and rejecting Soviet and imperial names.

Society • August 1, 05:24 PM • 21680 views
Zelensky praises the 15th National Guard Brigade fighting in the south: good results in destroying equipment

President Zelenskyy praised the 15th Brigade of the National Guard. In a month, the brigade destroyed nearly 30 artillery systems and other enemy equipment.

Politics • August 1, 05:08 PM • 36520 views
Promised “clients” escorted transportation abroad: Odesa region exposes dealer and scheme of illegal flight to Moldova

Police detained the organizer of the 'green corridor' to Moldova. The offender offered to provide an escorted escape abroad for $9000-9300, using radio stations and drones.

Crimes and emergencies • August 1, 03:46 PM • 22009 views
Beer sales in Germany for Euro 2024 decreased despite expectations: the reason is given

Despite Euro 2024, beer sales in Germany were down 0. 6% due to weather and inflation. Breweries complain about rising costs, but non-alcoholic beer is gaining popularity.

News of the World • August 1, 03:44 PM • 20721 views
Commander of the Ukrainian Navy thanks Kiper for renaming the boulevard in Odesa

The Ukrainian Navy Commander thanked for renaming a boulevard in Odesa in honor of Ukrainian sailors. This is a recognition of the merits of the military who defend Ukraine from Russian aggression at sea.

Society • August 1, 01:39 PM • 14760 views
A man died at a construction site in Odesa after falling from the 21st floor

In an unfinished high-rise building in Odesa, a man fell from the 21st floor and died. Police are identifying the deceased and the circumstances of the incident, and the body will be sent for examination.

Crimes and emergencies • August 1, 12:24 PM • 13816 views
Russian saboteur who tried to burn transformers of Ukrzaliznytsia detained in Odesa region

A Russian intelligence agent who was preparing a series of arson attacks on Ukrzaliznytsia transformers and relay cabinets was detained in Odesa region. The saboteur faces life imprisonment.

War in Ukraine • August 1, 10:40 AM • 23130 views
Energy independence of Odesa region: Kiper announced new support programs for business

The Odesa regional authorities have expanded the opportunities for businesses to obtain loans for energy equipment. Businesses are now able to receive compensation for the interest rate on the loan, which is 5%.

Society • August 1, 08:57 AM • 17309 views
How to provide an apartment building with autonomous power supply during power outages: which system to choose, what to look for

The article considers autonomous power supply systems for apartment buildings: generators, batteries, and solar stations. The choice depends on the needs of the building and the financial capabilities of the residents.

Society • August 1, 08:19 AM • 142261 views
Belgium will allocate 9 million euros for the restoration of Ukraine's energy sector

The Belgian government and UNDP have signed a €9 million agreement for the green renewable energy sector in Ukraine. The funds will be used to repair critical energy facilities in Kyiv, Kharkiv, and Odesa.

Economy • July 31, 03:16 PM • 37400 views
“Ukrzaliznytsia temporarily introduces verification through Diia for tickets to Poland

Starting from August 1, 2024, tickets for some flights to Poland will be sold only with verification through Diia. Signature. This is a temporary solution to combat ticket resellers during peak travel periods.

Society • July 31, 01:26 PM • 16909 views
About 40 cases of arson attacks on AFU vehicles were recorded in Kharkiv: mostly committed by minors

The head of the RMA, Oleh Syniehubov, reported 40 cases of arson attacks on Ukrainian Armed Forces vehicles in Kharkiv. Russians recruit mostly minors via Telegram, offering 20-40 thousand hryvnias for arson.

War in Ukraine • July 31, 11:15 AM • 24098 views
Almost a Thousand Evaders Helped: Large-scale scheme of men smuggling abroad exposed in Odesa region

Law enforcement officers exposed a scheme to organize the illegal departure of men of military age abroad through court decisions. There are six suspects in the case, including a judge, a lawyer and court staff.

War in Ukraine • July 31, 10:56 AM • 22027 views
17-year-old FSB agent detained for trying to burn down the building of the TCC in Vinnytsia region

A 17-year-old FSB agent from Odesa, who tried to set fire to the shopping center building, is detained in Vinnytsia. The suspect faces life in prison for sabotage under martial law.

War in Ukraine • July 31, 07:08 AM • 37853 views
Bus with 28 passengers collided with a truck on the Odesa-Reni highway: a child was hospitalized

Two accidents involving passenger buses occurred in Odesa region. In the first accident, a 9-year-old girl was injured, and in the second, the engine compartment of a bus with 39 passengers caught fire, with no casualties.

Crimes and emergencies • July 30, 01:19 PM • 16732 views
Large-scale fire broke out in a three-story building in the center of Odesa: 3 firefighters were injured

In the center of Odesa, a fire broke out in a three-story residential building with an area of 500 square meters. Three firefighters were injured during the firefighting operations, and the fire was extinguished in two hours by 55 rescuers and 16 pieces of equipment.

Society • July 30, 01:12 PM • 15660 views
More than 350 natural fires occurred in a day: rescuers warn of the threat of fires due to heat and wind

Over the past day, 357 fires broke out in natural ecosystems in Ukraine, covering an area of 224. 8 hectares. Most fires were recorded in Dnipropetrovs'k, Kyiv and Odesa regions. The SES warns of increased fire danger due to the heat.

Society • July 30, 08:23 AM • 16683 views
A carrier tried to smuggle a man abroad for $7,000: he arranged a hiding place in a truck

A 28-year-old man paid $7,000 for illegally crossing the border in a truck cache. Border guards found the offender on the Odesa-Reni highway, and the driver faces criminal liability.

Society • July 30, 06:46 AM • 15892 views
She cursed on stage because of the old name of Chornomorsk: a report was drawn up against Khrystyna Soloviy for disorderly conduct

The police drew up a report of administrative offense against singer Khrystyna Soloviy for using foul language during a performance at a festival in Chornomorsk. She faces a fine, community service, or administrative detention.

Society • July 29, 05:21 PM • 108941 views