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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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Important changes in the training of mobilized personnel: new terms and conditions of training

Ukraine has increased the period of basic training for mobilized persons from 30 to 45 days. The new rules apply to persons liable for military service mobilized after November 1.

Society • November 13, 03:29 PM • 22201 views
An earthquake was recorded in Poltava region

An earthquake with a magnitude of 3. 0 on the Richter scale was recorded in the village of Vasky, Poltava region, at a depth of 8 km. The vibrations could be felt only by some people who were indoors.

Society • November 10, 10:40 AM • 23773 views
In Lubny, elevators stopped working because the only specialist in their maintenance was mobilized

In Lubny, elevators were temporarily suspended due to the mobilization of a maintenance specialist to the Armed Forces. The city authorities announced that the elevators had resumed operation, but the issue was only temporarily resolved.

Society • November 8, 06:45 PM • 20931 views
SC Poltava players were taken to the TCC before the match and issued summonses - journalist

The bus with the players of SC Poltava was stopped by the TCC and JV employees, and all the players were issued summonses. One of the players, Denis Galenkov, was detained because he was wanted.

War in Ukraine • November 8, 05:41 PM • 20984 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 • 32918 views
Beating of a man in Poltava with the participation of a law enforcement officer: an additional episode may appear in the case

An additional episode may appear in the case of beating a man in a Poltava restaurant with the participation of a law enforcement officer, and law enforcement officers will conduct additional forensic examinations.

Crimes and emergencies • November 8, 11:48 AM • 16237 views
Fight in a restaurant in Poltava: the defendants were served with a notice of suspicion

The State Bureau of Investigation has served three people with a notice of suspicion for hooliganism in a Poltava restaurant.

Society • November 8, 10:00 AM • 16810 views
Fight in a restaurant in Poltava: SBI detains a law enforcement officer and two "authorities"

The State Bureau of Investigation detained a law enforcement officer and two “authorities” who beat a restaurant visitor in Poltava. The incident occurred after the men harassed the girl and her boyfriend stood up for her.

Crimes and emergencies • November 7, 06:05 PM • 17215 views
A fight broke out in a restaurant in Poltava: what happened and why a police officer was suspended

A conflict occurred in a restaurant in Poltava, which resulted in a man who was defending a girl being injured. The police officer who was present during the incident was suspended for the duration of the investigation.

Society • November 6, 06:20 PM • 19893 views
Head of court from Poltava dismissed for fraud with $10 thousand bribe

The High Council of Justice has dismissed the head of a Poltava court for inciting another judge to bribe him. He received $10,000 allegedly to give to a colleague, but used the money at his own discretion.

Crimes and emergencies • November 4, 05:17 PM • 19582 views
Ukraine harvested 66.7 million tons of new crops: which regions are the largest

Ukraine harvested 47. 9 million tons of grains and 18.8 million tons of oilseeds from an area of 18.6 million hectares. Odesa, Poltava, and Chernihiv regions were the leaders in grain harvest.

Economy • November 1, 02:01 PM • 32102 views
Four regions of Ukraine under threat of ballistic missile attack

The Ukrainian Air Force reports a threat of ballistic missile use in four regions of Ukraine. Chernihiv, Poltava, Kirovohrad and Cherkasy regions are under threat.

War in Ukraine • November 1, 02:35 AM • 107441 views
2 people rescued in Poltava after drone attack

A drone attack in Poltava caused fires and the destruction of private homes. Rescuers from the State Emergency Service rescued two victims and continue to eliminate the consequences of the attack.

Society • October 31, 08:50 PM • 40260 views
Enemy drones attacked Poltava region: RMA showed photos and told about the consequences

An attack by Russian drones damaged three residential buildings and an outbuilding in the Poltava community. Rescuers managed to rescue two people from the burning house, no one was killed.

Society • October 31, 08:03 PM • 30516 views
Poltava community under enemy attack: what is known

The head of the Poltava RMA reported an attack by Russian troops on the Poltava community. The air force spotted UAVs in the western and eastern parts of the region moving southwest.

War in Ukraine • October 31, 06:04 PM • 23436 views
High-rise buildings in Poltava will be heated from November 1

The Executive Committee of Poltava City Council has decided to start the heating season. Heating in the city's high-rise buildings will be switched on from November 1 due to lower temperatures.

Society • October 29, 01:41 PM • 12168 views
Schedules of power outages in two regions introduced due to Russian night attack - Ukrenergo

Emergency blackouts have been introduced in Sumy and Poltava regions due to damage to the power grid caused by nighttime attacks. Electricity consumption is 3.5% lower than the previous business day.

Society • October 28, 10:44 AM • 20524 views
“Chechens attack several regions of Ukraine at once: where the alert is declared

Several groups of “shahed” from Kursk region were spotted in Ukrainian airspace.

War in Ukraine • October 27, 07:12 PM • 33481 views
Ukraine has already harvested 63.7 million tons of crops: which regions have the most

Ukrainian farmers harvested 63. 7 million tons of grains and oilseeds from an area of 18.1 million hectares. The largest harvest was in Odesa, Poltava and Vinnytsia regions.

Economy • October 25, 01:05 PM • 24583 views
Russia attacks Ukraine with 4 missiles and 50 UAVs, 40 drones downed

At night, Russia attacked Ukraine with 50 drones and 4 missiles. Defense forces shot down 40 UAVs in different regions, 7 were lost and 3 were recovered. The missiles did not reach their targets, and combat operations continue.

War in Ukraine • October 24, 05:53 AM • 36314 views
Emergency power outages are introduced in Poltava region

“Poltavaoblenergo announced the introduction of a schedule of emergency power outages in the region on October 23. According to the order of NPC Ukrenergo, the volume of outages is 30 MW.

Society • October 23, 05:45 AM • 18984 views
Investigation launched in Poltava region after body of man with signs of suicide found at collection point

The body of a man with signs of suicide was found in the technical room of a military recruitment center in Poltava region. The police opened a criminal investigation under the article “Premeditated murder”.

Crimes and emergencies • October 22, 09:39 AM • 14648 views
A “married couple” of FSB agents were detained for guiding missiles at 5 regions of Ukraine

Law enforcement officers detained two FSB agents who were collecting coordinates for missile attacks in Ukraine. A “married couple” from Kramatorsk rented apartments overlooking the targets and installed phones for online broadcasting.

War in Ukraine • October 22, 08:42 AM • 19884 views
Explosions occurred in Sumy

Explosions were reported in Sumy. The Ukrainian Air Force reported unmanned aerial vehicles on the border of Poltava and Sumy regions moving south.

Society • October 22, 03:29 AM • 20433 views
Russia attacks Ukraine with three missiles and 116 drones, 59 UAVs downed

On the night of October 21, Russia attacked Ukraine with missiles and 116 drones. The Ukrainian Air Force reported shooting down 59 enemy drones.

War in Ukraine • October 21, 07:09 AM • 29814 views
4 out of 6 missiles and 42 drones out of 98 launched by Russia were shot down over Ukraine, 46 more were lost

On the night of October 19, Ukraine suffered a massive attack from Russia. The Ukrainian Air Force shot down 4 guided missiles and 42 enemy drones.

War in Ukraine • October 19, 09:59 AM • 26912 views
Frost and fog: weather forecast for today

On October 19, Ukraine is expected to have mostly dry weather with fog in the west. At night, severe frosts in a number of regions, during the day the temperature will be 7-12° Celsius, in Transcarpathia up to 16°.

Society • October 19, 06:17 AM • 28796 views
Russia attacks Ukraine with 135 drones: 80 shot down, about 10 flying in central regions

Russia attacked Ukraine with 135 drones, of which 80 were shot down by air defense forces. Up to 10 drones are still in the airspace of central Ukraine, 44 have been lost, and 2 flew to Belarus.

War in Ukraine • October 18, 05:51 AM • 25130 views
16 enemy drones were shot down over Chernihiv, Sumy and Poltava regions at night

On the night of October 16, 16 enemy UAVs, probably of the Shahed type, were shot down over Chernihiv, Sumy, and Poltava regions. A guided missile was also spotted flying overhead from the Kursk region.

War in Ukraine • October 16, 06:47 AM • 14961 views
“Get out your down jackets and scarves": frosts are coming to Ukraine

Frosts of 0-5° are forecast for Ukraine starting October 17. The cold snap will affect most regions, especially the northern and western ones. The State Emergency Service warns of danger in the mountains.

Society • October 15, 11:37 AM • 12845 views