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Rivne

Regional center of Ukraine
Rivne is a city of regional significance located in the northwestern part of Ukraine on the Ustia River. The city's area is 71 km², and its population as of 2025 is estimated at 249,477 people. The first written mention of Rivne dates back to 1283. The city received Magdeburg rights in 1492. Throughout its history, the city was under the rule of various states, including the Grand Duchy of Lithuania and the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth. Rivne was the capital of Ukraine three times. An impressive network of underground tunnels runs beneath the city, which, according to legends, were used for secret meetings and shelter. These mysterious dungeons witnessed numerous historical events and preserved many secrets. Today, some of these underground corridors are accessible for excursions.
1492
The city received Magdeburg rights
1756
The Holy Dormition Church was built without a single nail
1873
The city received a railway connection Kyiv-Brest, which increased its commercial importance
1906
The first museum opened in the city
1912
The first power plant started operating in the city
1950
The reconstruction of the city's economy, destroyed during World War II, was completed
1997
An international-class airport terminal was opened
2003
The Column of the Mother of God, previously destroyed, was restored
2023
The city was awarded the Council of Europe's Plaque of Honor
2025
A contract was signed to complete the construction of the city's northern bypass
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A gas tanker crashed into a checkpoint in Rivne region: a police officer and a soldier were seriously injured

A tanker truck crashed into a checkpoint on the Kyiv-Kovel-Yahodyn highway. The accident killed a 40-year-old police officer and seriously injured two people. The driver was detained, and the gas tank was not depressurized.

Crimes and emergencies • September 28, 10:51 AM • 22049 views
A truck crashes into a checkpoint in Rivne region: a law enforcement officer is killed

In the Rivne region, a truck crashed into a checkpoint where police and military personnel were on duty. The accident killed 40-year-old police officer Serhiy Trum.

Society • September 28, 10:24 AM • 18947 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 • 32371 views
19-year-old tried to smuggle smartphones worth UAH 2 million from Poland

On the border with Poland, customs officers found 168 hidden Xiaomi smartphones worth UAH 2 million. A 19-year-old minibus driver tried to smuggle them into Ukraine by hiding them behind the interior lining.

Crimes and emergencies • September 25, 11:31 AM • 13328 views
18 large-scale fires continue in Ukraine - SES

The SES reports 18 large fires in 7 regions of Ukraine covering more than 1300 hectares. More than 1,300 firefighters and 300 units of SES equipment are involved in extinguishing the fires.

Society • September 23, 02:00 PM • 18964 views
The Cabinet of Ministers has made personnel decisions on four ministries, two RSAs and the Sumy RSA

The government appointed Tymofeyev as Deputy Minister of Youth and Sports. Three deputy ministers were dismissed, and the appointment of two heads of district state administrations and a deputy head of the RSA was approved.

Politics • September 20, 11:17 AM • 14418 views
An explosion occurs in Rivne

An explosion was heard in the city of Rivne. Earlier, the Ukrainian Air Force announced a missile threat to several regions of Ukraine.

Society • September 20, 01:59 AM • 109188 views
Trying to illegally cross the border with Romania: a group of men in two cars detained

A group of men who were trying to illegally cross the border with Romania were detained on the border with Romania. Two local residents were transporting them for $10,000 each, and now they face criminal liability.

Society • September 19, 09:42 AM • 18314 views
A bomb threat was reported in Rivne city council building

An anonymous report of a bomb threat to the Rivne City Council building is received. Employees are being evacuated and the premises are being inspected by special services, and the results of the inspection will be announced later.

Society • September 19, 07:00 AM • 13692 views
All 42 “Shaheds” and an X-59 missile launched by the enemy over Ukraine were shot down at night

On the night of September 19, Ukraine's air defense repelled a large-scale attack. All 42 launched Shahed drones and an X-59/69 guided missile were shot down. The enemy also launched S-300/S-400 missiles at Kharkiv region.

War in Ukraine • September 19, 05:31 AM • 21641 views
Air defense system operated in Rivne region at night, a target was hit

In Rivne region, Ukrainian air defense forces successfully shot down an enemy air target. No one was injured, and the relevant services are working at the scene.

War in Ukraine • September 19, 05:14 AM • 15460 views
Russian Federation attacked Zaporizhzhia region with up to 300 drones per day

The occupants carried out 401 attacks on 15 settlements in Zaporizhzhia region. They used 299 UAVs, 9 MLRS attacks and 93 artillery attacks, damaged infrastructure, and caused no civilian casualties.

War in Ukraine • August 17, 06:33 AM • 33161 views
Four people were injured in an accident in Rivne region: details

A Volvo and a BMW collided on the highway near the village of Horodyshche. Four people sustained injuries of varying severity, including drivers and passengers of both cars. A pre-trial investigation has been launched.

Crimes and emergencies • August 12, 01:10 PM • 16798 views
Heat wave to increase from August 15, weather to stabilize by Independence Day - forecaster

Starting August 15, the heat is expected to increase in Ukraine, starting in the west. By Independence Day, the weather will stabilize, and it will be comfortably warm and sunny, forecasts weather forecaster Natalia Didenko.

Society • August 10, 06:14 AM • 36716 views
For USD 5,000, he helped a citizen leave the territory of the TCC: a military man was detained in Ternopil region

The TCC serviceman demanded $5000 for helping a citizen avoid conscription and liability. He was detained after receiving the full amount, and the prosecutor's office filed a request for a preventive measure.

Crimes and emergencies • August 10, 01:47 AM • 40826 views
346 Ukrainian women received free infertility treatment, 130 became pregnant - NHSU

Since the beginning of the year, 346 women in Ukraine have received free IVF treatment. 130 of them have successfully become pregnant. The NHSU paid over UAH 8.7 million for these services to 18 medical institutions in 8 regions.

Society • August 9, 02:10 PM • 27250 views
Kyiv will become a little warmer: weather forecast for August 8

On August 8, Kyiv is expected to have comfortable weather without precipitation, up to +26°. Across Ukraine, the temperature will range from +25° to +32°, with partly cloudy skies and light rains possible in most regions.

Kyiv • August 8, 04:15 AM • 71071 views
Law enforcers found a cache with UAH 15.5 million worth of excise-free tobacco

Law enforcement officers conducted 30 searches and found a cache of counterfeit tobacco. Almost 19 thousand packages of hookah tobacco and more than 2 thousand disposable e-cigarettes without excise stamps were seized.

Crimes and emergencies • August 7, 01:37 PM • 15605 views
Rains with thunderstorms and up to 31° Celsius: weather forecast for today

On August 7, short-term rains and thunderstorms are expected in Ukraine, except for the western and eastern regions. The temperature will be 13-22° at night and 22-31° during the day. In the Kyiv region, there will be some rain, at night 13-18°, during the day 22-27°.

Society • August 7, 05:27 AM • 56863 views
Ex-head of Rivne TCC taken into custody again

The former head of the Rivne TCC was taken into custody on suspicion of obstructing the activities of the Armed Forces. He is also a defendant in cases of violence, robbery and illegal enrichment of UAH 46 million.

Crimes and emergencies • August 6, 08:44 AM • 22384 views
Rescuers' car and truck collide in Odesa: three injured

At an intersection in Odesa, a rescue vehicle collided with a truck. The drivers of both vehicles and a female pedestrian were injured, and all three were taken to the hospital with injuries.

Society • August 4, 11:46 AM • 28364 views
Hostile shelling in Sumy region: critical infrastructure and transport damaged

In the Sumy region, enemy shelling damaged critical infrastructure, a post office building, and transportation. Over the day, 41 attacks with 140 explosions were recorded in the border areas of Chernihiv and Sumy regions.

War in Ukraine • August 4, 07:16 AM • 74819 views
A 16-year-old boy stabbed a 27-year-old man to death in Rivne

In Rivne, a 16-year-old teenager stabbed a 27-year-old man several times during a conflict. Despite medical treatment, the victim died, and the suspect was detained by police.

Society • August 3, 09:45 PM • 22268 views
Ex-head of Rivne TCC served the fourth suspicion and detained

The former head of the Rivne regional TCC was served the fourth suspicion for obstructing the activities of the Armed Forces. He was detained and will be held without bail, facing up to 12 years in prison.

Crimes and emergencies • August 3, 05:42 PM • 25481 views
More than 87 thousand children were born in Ukraine in six months and more than 72 thousand marriages were performed: Kyiv is in the lead

In the first half of 2024, 87,655 newborns and 72,766 marriages were registered in Ukraine. Most births and marriages took place in Kyiv, followed by Lviv, Dnipro and Odesa regions.

Society • August 3, 11:35 AM • 56970 views
87 thousand babies were born in Ukraine in the first half of 2024 - Ministry of Justice

In the first half of 2024, 87,655 babies were born in Ukraine. Most births were recorded in Kyiv, Lviv, and Dnipro regions, and 72,766 couples got married.

Society • August 2, 06:01 PM • 32371 views
Court releases former head of Rivne region TCC on bail of over UAH 450 thousand

The Rivne Court of Appeal changed the measure of restraint for Serhiy Lutsiuk from custody to bail in the amount of UAH 454,200. The former TCC executive is suspected of beating his subordinate and corruption.

Crimes and emergencies • August 2, 01:52 PM • 17797 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 • 29716 views
A fire broke out in a residential high-rise building in Rivne: rescuers saved two children

A fire broke out in the basement of a five-story residential building in Rivne. Rescuers evacuated 4 adults and 2 children from the building and extinguished the fire in two 15-square-meter storerooms without causing any casualties.

Society • August 1, 12:55 PM • 15424 views
Two juveniles detained in Dnipropetrovs'k region for setting fire to cars of a military man and a volunteer

A 17-year-old boy and girl were detained in Kamianske for setting two cars on fire. The suspects face up to 10 years in prison, and law enforcement is checking the version of the order from the Russian special services.

Crimes and emergencies • July 31, 02:14 PM • 27095 views