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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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Explosion occurs in Poltava - media

The explosion occurred in Poltava after an air raid alert was declared in the region. Earlier, the Air Force warned of the threat of ballistic missiles.

War in Ukraine • February 25, 05:16 PM • 27154 views
Ukrainian Air Force shoots down 16 unmanned aerial vehicles during night attack

Ukrainian air defense destroyed 16 russian Shahed attack drones out of 18 that were launched at night in different regions.

War in Ukraine • February 25, 06:18 AM • 50896 views
"Shakhtys" from Poltava region are flying towards Kyiv region

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported that enemy Shaheds from Poltava region headed toward Kyiv region.

War in Ukraine • February 25, 03:14 AM • 35914 views
Air Force reports detection of drones in Vinnytsia and Poltava regions

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported the discovery of Iranian-made Shahed drones in Vinnytsia and Poltava regions.

War in Ukraine • February 25, 02:39 AM • 37003 views
Air Force spotted a change in Shahedd movement in the regions

Ukraine's Air Force reported that Iranian-made Shaheda drones targeting areas in central Ukraine were spotted flying toward the northern and northeastern regions.

War in Ukraine • February 25, 02:13 AM • 37688 views
Iranian "Shahed" drones reportedly moved over several regions

Ukraine's Air Force reports observations of Iranian Shahed drones moving between several regions of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 25, 01:46 AM • 37856 views
UAVs were spotted in Mykolaiv and Poltava regions moving towards other parts of Ukraine

Hostile drones were spotted in Mykolaiv and Poltava regions of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 24, 08:39 PM • 30316 views
russian drone spotted near Poltava

The Air Force reported the detection of an enemy drone near Poltava.

War in Ukraine • February 24, 08:05 PM • 94520 views
Air Force warns of ballistic threat to Poltava, Dnipro and Zaporizhzhia

The Air Force warns of a ballistic missile threat to three regions of Ukraine: Poltava, Dnipro and Zaporizhzhia.

War in Ukraine • February 24, 01:07 PM • 105309 views
Umerov and Syrsky visit Ukraine's first recruitment center for the Defense Forces

The Minister of Defense of Ukraine and the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine visited the first recruitment center in Lviv to learn about its first achievements and challenges.

Society • February 23, 02:28 PM • 25468 views
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The number of animal rabies cases has doubled in Ukraine: State Service of Ukraine on Food Safety and Consumer Protection names reasons and rules of behavior with rabid animals

Due to martial law restricting oral rabies vaccination of wild animals and immunization of domestic animals, Ukraine saw a 2. 3-fold increase in rabies cases among animals in 2023 compared to 2022.

Society • February 23, 01:43 PM • 233068 views
U.S. Ambassador shows the consequences of russia's night attacks and calls for continued support for Ukraine

russia's overnight attacks on Ukrainian ports and industrial bases in Odesa and Dnipro resulted in civilian deaths and injuries, prompting the US Ambassador to Ukraine to reiterate his call for continued support for Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 23, 01:27 PM • 23636 views
Donetsk region: a person was killed in Myrnohrad due to a Russian missile attack, and 480 tons of grain were damaged by "shahids" in Poltava

A person was killed, an agricultural enterprise and 480 tons of grain were damaged as a result of night shelling by Russian Federation in Donetsk region.

War in Ukraine • February 23, 08:35 AM • 32119 views
Ukrainian air defense shoots down 23 enemy drones in several regions

Air defense systems in Odesa, Mykolaiv, Poltava, Dnipro and Kharkiv regions shot down 23 enemy drones used during a night attack by russian federation.

War in Ukraine • February 23, 05:40 AM • 38124 views
Ukrainian Air Force detects enemy drones flying over central regions

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported the detection of enemy drones moving from Kirovohrad towards Poltava, as well as from the west of Dnipropetrovs'k region towards Dnipro and Zaporizhzhia towards Dnipropetrovs'k.

War in Ukraine • February 22, 10:54 PM • 35286 views
Hostile UAV spotted in Poltava region

Ukraine's Air Force reports detection of a russian drone near Poltava.

War in Ukraine • February 22, 08:55 PM • 32607 views
Shaheda drones spotted moving north in Poltava region

Ukraine's Air Force reports detection of Iranian-made Shahed drones moving northward in Poltava region.

War in Ukraine • February 22, 08:32 PM • 36896 views
Ukrainian Air Force shoots down 8 out of 10 "Shahed" at night

The Ukrainian Air Force reported that it had shot down 8 Russian Shahid drones out of 10 launched overnight over several regions in eastern and southern Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 22, 05:16 AM • 25775 views
Russians launched several groups of "Shahed" in Poltava region: the OVA reported the consequences

Russian drones attacked Poltava region, but, according to preliminary reports from the head of the regional administration, caused no casualties or damage.

War in Ukraine • February 21, 09:11 PM • 31733 views
Explosions are heard in Poltava region

Explosions have been heard in the Myrhorod community of Poltava region in Ukraine, according to local residents.

War in Ukraine • February 21, 08:31 PM • 28791 views
Schools in Poltava will switch to remote learning on February 22 and 23: why

The mayor of Poltava has announced that the city's schools will hold remote learning on February 22-23, the eve of the second anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, for security reasons due to a possible air attack.

Society • February 21, 07:11 PM • 112389 views
Courses for military personnel to improve the state language started in Ukraine

The first Ukrainian language courses for military personnel started on the International Mother Language Day to improve language skills and demonstrate a responsible attitude to the foundations of national identity.

Society • February 21, 01:24 PM • 24330 views
SBU dismantles five more conscription evasion schemes: detainees from Poltava region

Law enforcement officers uncovered five more schemes that helped men evade conscription and illegally leave Ukraine, detaining the organizers in different regions.

Crimes and emergencies • February 21, 10:28 AM • 27600 views
Ukrainian Air Force warns of enemy missile in Poltava region

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine warned of an enemy missile detected in Poltava region.

War in Ukraine • February 21, 08:15 AM • 27261 views
Russia attacked with missiles and drones at night: the Air Force shot down all 23 "shahedis" launched

The Ukrainian Air Force successfully shot down all 23 attack drones launched by Russia on the night of February 20.

War in Ukraine • February 20, 05:50 AM • 31970 views
Enemy UAVs attack Poltava region at night

A Russian drone attacked an industrial facility in Kremenchuk district, Poltava region, at night, causing a fire that was extinguished with the help of 18 vehicles and 85 rescuers.

War in Ukraine • February 20, 05:22 AM • 29107 views
Air raid sirens sound due to reports of explosions in Kherson region of Ukraine

Air raid sirens went off in the Poltava region of Ukraine, and explosions were heard in Kremenchuk and Kherson.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 10:10 PM • 30623 views
Gas pipeline burst in Poltava region: gas cutoffs are possible

A high-pressure gas pipeline has burst in the village of Velyka Bahachka, Poltava region, which may cause temporary gas supply interruptions for more than 2,900 consumers in nearby villages.

Society • February 19, 03:27 PM • 22381 views
Explosion in Kropyvnytskyi district: no damage and no casualties - RMA

According to the head of the Kirovohrad regional military administration, there were no casualties or damage as a result of the explosion in Kropyvnytskyi district.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 12:28 PM • 36573 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces aircraft warned of a missile in the direction of Kanatove

Air Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine warned of an enemy missile in the direction of Kanatove.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 11:55 AM • 22920 views