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Poltava

Cultural and transport center
Poltava is a city in central Ukraine, the administrative center of Poltava Oblast. Located on the Dnieper Lowland, on the Vorskla River, it covers an area of 122 km² with a population of 294,695 people as of 2023. The city has been known since 1174 under the name Ltava, but according to archaeological data, its foundation dates back to 899. Poltava is an important cultural center and a major transport hub. Throughout its history, the city has developed, preserving the unique architectural ensemble of Round Square and playing a prominent role in the cultural and socio-political life of Ukraine.
899
The city was founded, as confirmed by archaeological research
1641
The settlement received city status, and the fortress was restored and expanded
1802
The city became the center of the province, which contributed to its active development and the formation of the unique architectural ensemble of Round Square
1811
The Monument of Glory was opened in the city center
1870
A railway with a locomotive depot and workshops appeared in the city, contributing to economic development
1919
An art museum, which had the status of an art gallery, was opened in the city based on a donated collection
1943
Education in schools and institutes was resumed after the city's liberation from Nazi occupation, and a large number of textbooks and books were brought in
1999
The 1100th anniversary of the city was officially celebrated, confirming its ancient history
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Russia's massive attack on Ukraine resulted in at least 3 deaths, more than 15 injuries in 2 regions and damage to infrastructure.

War in Ukraine • March 22, 09:59 AM • 33775 views
Power engineers restore electricity supply to household consumers in Poltava region

Power supply to household consumers in Poltava region has been restored, but 33 legal consumers remain without electricity.

Society • March 22, 09:48 AM • 24708 views
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SBU cyber specialists prevented a Russian intelligence agent from transmitting to Russia information on the routes and logistics of tank convoys of the Armed Forces of Ukraine near the front line in Kharkiv region.

War in Ukraine • March 22, 08:35 AM • 24387 views
More than 110 thousand consumers in Poltava region are without power supply, restoration works are underway - OVA

More than 110,000 consumers in Poltava region are without power due to a massive Russian attack, and restoration work is underway to balance the power grid.

War in Ukraine • March 22, 07:41 AM • 25898 views
Power facilities damaged in Odesa region due to Russian attack, partial stabilization blackouts - Kiper

Energy facilities in Odesa region were damaged as a result of the Russian attack. Stabilization blackouts are partially underway in the region.

War in Ukraine • March 22, 07:01 AM • 65633 views
Zelensky: Russian army fired more than 60 "Shaheds" and almost 90 missiles at Ukraine at night

During a massive attack on Ukraine on the night of March 22, Russian troops fired more than 60 "shaheds" and nearly 90 missiles of various types, targeting power plants, power lines, a hydroelectric dam, residential buildings, and even a trolleybus.

War in Ukraine • March 22, 06:50 AM • 71496 views
Ministry of Energy: 1700 houses without electricity in Kyiv region as a result of Russian missile attack, no shortage

As a result of massive hostile shelling in the Kyiv region, 1700 consumers were cut off from power, restoration works are underway, the situation with electricity supply is under control, and there are enough generating capacities in reserve.

War in Ukraine • March 21, 07:49 AM • 32055 views
The number of people infected with chickenpox has increased in Poltava region: 188 people were diagnosed with it in a week

In Poltava region, the number of cases of chickenpox has increased almost tenfold over the past week: 188 people have fallen ill, including 10 adults and the rest are children.

Society • March 20, 05:13 PM • 28105 views
In Poltava, a drunk man opened fire with an assault rifle

A drunken 28-year-old man opened fire with an assault rifle in Poltava, but no one was injured; police seized ammunition and weapons from his apartment and opened a criminal investigation.

Crimes and emergencies • March 18, 02:36 PM • 20208 views
Since the beginning of the year, more than 4,000 entrepreneurs have received UAH 18 billion under the "Affordable Loans" program

Entrepreneurs used affordable loans to replenish working capital, for which banks allocated UAH 8. 7 billion.

Economy • March 18, 12:46 PM • 27989 views
During night attacks, air defense destroyed 17 of 22 russian "Shahed" drones

Air defense destroyed 17 out of 22 russian Shahed strike drones during nighttime attacks by russia.

War in Ukraine • March 18, 06:05 AM • 49800 views
Movement of enemy drones in the direction of Poltava region spotted

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine informs about the movement of enemy drones to Poltava region.

War in Ukraine • March 17, 09:02 PM • 36011 views
DOT names companies that will supply food to the Armed Forces from April 1

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War in Ukraine • March 15, 02:38 PM • 51357 views
Ukrainian Air Force shoots down all 27 enemy-launched "Shaheeds"

The Ukrainian Air Force successfully shoots down 27 Iranian-made Shaheed drones launched by Russian forces over several regions of Ukraine at night.

War in Ukraine • March 15, 05:07 AM • 35746 views
Air Force says missiles are headed for Poltava and Chernihiv

Missiles are moving in the direction of Poltava and Chernihiv, and air defense is operating in Odesa region.

War in Ukraine • March 14, 06:14 PM • 108396 views
russian "Shahed" drones spotted in different regions of Ukraine

According to the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, several groups of Iranian-made Shahed drones were detected flying in different directions over several regions of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • March 14, 01:33 AM • 30247 views
russian missile heading towards Poltava region

The Ukrainian Air Force reports a missile fired toward Poltava region.

War in Ukraine • March 13, 09:23 PM • 26409 views
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In Kharkiv, the sound of an explosion was heard during an air raid.

War in Ukraine • March 12, 01:15 PM • 32005 views
New schemes for tax evaders exposed: three officials of medical institutions and a lawyer among those involved

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Crimes and emergencies • March 12, 11:17 AM • 29454 views
Ministry of Economy: Businesses have received loans worth over UAH 15 billion since the beginning of the year

Since the beginning of 2024, about 4,000 entrepreneurs have received loans worth UAH 15. 7 billion under the Affordable Loans program, with the largest amounts going to agriculture, wholesale and retail trade, and the manufacturing industry.

Economy • March 12, 09:21 AM • 32801 views
Air Force warns of ballistic missile threat in several regions

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine warns of a potential ballistic missile threat in Sumy, Poltava, Chernihiv, and Kharkiv regions.

War in Ukraine • March 12, 04:19 AM • 45653 views
Air Force warns of ballistic missile threat in two regions

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine warns of a potential ballistic missile threat in Poltava and Kharkiv regions.

War in Ukraine • March 11, 10:09 PM • 108081 views
Air Force warns of ballistic missile threat in the east

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine warns of a potential ballistic missile threat in Sumy, Poltava, and Kharkiv regions.

War in Ukraine • March 11, 09:38 PM • 108915 views
Air Force warns of missile heading toward Poltava region

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has warned of an enemy missile heading toward Poltava region.

War in Ukraine • March 11, 08:24 AM • 101837 views
russians launch missile at Myrhorod

During another air raid, the russians aimed a missile at Myrhorod, Poltava region.

War in Ukraine • March 10, 04:33 PM • 110290 views
Teenager killed by enemy shelling in Nikopol region: investigation launched

A 16-year-old boy was killed in the Chervonohryhorivska community of Nikopol district, Dnipropetrovska oblast, as a result of Russian artillery shelling.

War in Ukraine • March 9, 02:07 PM • 34605 views
Ukrainian Air Force confirms killing of 12 "Shahed" overnight

The Air Force of Ukraine confirms the destruction of 12 Iranian Shahed drones during night attacks in Dnipropetrovs'k, Donetsk and Poltava regions.

War in Ukraine • March 9, 06:45 AM • 81699 views
Results of the inventory: Ministry of Defense reveals over 200 illegally seized land plots

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Politics • March 8, 02:57 PM • 29510 views
Ministry of Defense specialists collected 55 tons of scrap metal from the remains of Russian military equipment in the Kharkiv sector

Defense Ministry specialists collected 55 tons of scrap metal from the remains of Russian military equipment in Kharkiv region, which will be delivered to a base in Poltava region for further processing.

War in Ukraine • March 8, 11:57 AM • 27301 views
The war of the Russian Federation against Ukraine has completely or partially destroyed 1946 cultural sites - MCIP

1946 cultural infrastructure facilities, 317 of which were destroyed, were damaged or destroyed as a result of Russian aggression in Ukraine as of February 25, 2024, according to the Ministry of Culture and Information Policy.

War in Ukraine • March 7, 10:05 PM • 38689 views