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Sumy

Regional center of Ukraine
Sumy is a city located in the northeastern part of Ukraine on the Central Russian Upland, on the banks of the Psel River. It belongs to the historical region of Slobozhanshchyna. The population of Sumy as of May 2025 was 268.409 thousand people. On February 24, 2022, Russian troops approached Sumy, starting battles. The city was shelled by the Russians but remained under the control of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
1734
Sumy became the center of Sloboda Ukraine for a whole decade
1869
A large sugar factory began operation
1877
Railway communication was opened
1939
Sumy Oblast was formed, and the city became its administrative center
1943
The city was liberated from occupation
February 2022
Battles for Sumy with the Russian army began
April 3, 2022
The General Staff officially announced the beginning of the withdrawal of Russian troops from the Sumy region
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Zelenskyy is convinced that Putin annoys Trump more than he does

Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Putin annoys the Trump administration more than he does because he is constantly lying. He also added that the Russians are trying to accumulate 50,000 troops in the Sumy region.

Politics • May 28, 09:01 AM • 2703 views
Russia's summer offensive: Ukraine is preparing for a large-scale attack on Donetsk region – WP

Russia is planning a large-scale offensive in Donetsk region in the summer, Ukraine is preparing to defend itself. Experts believe that this may be Moscow's last chance to achieve its захватницьких goals.

War in Ukraine • May 28, 07:28 AM • 4077 views
A man died from tropical malaria in the Sumy region

A fatal case of tropical malaria has been recorded in the Sumy region in a man who recently returned from a trip to Tanzania. The last cases of malaria in the region were recorded in 2019.

Society • May 27, 03:20 PM • 3956 views
Sumy came under a series of Russian strikes overnight, causing a fire at an industrial enterprise

Overnight, Sumy was subjected to a series of Russian UAV and guided aerial bomb strikes. There are destructions, including a fire at an industrial enterprise and damage to residential buildings, but, preliminarily, there are no casualties.

War in Ukraine • May 27, 05:44 AM • 4242 views
Russian agent network of missile spotters operated in Ukraine across 7 regions, the youngest being 16 years old - SSU

An agent network of Russian special services adjusted air strikes on eastern, southern, and western regions of Ukraine. The youngest of them is 16 years old, and the oldest is 23.

War in Ukraine • May 26, 07:19 AM • 3374 views
In the Carpathians, due to track repairs, some trains are running on an altered route.

Ukrzaliznytsia announced changes in train routes due to repair works near the track in the Carpathians. Some trains will run to the Vorokhta station, and passengers will be transported by buses.

Society • May 24, 04:42 PM • 4575 views
A 76-year-old resident of Sumy region was injured in an enemy strike

On May 23, the Russians shelled the Bilopolska community in the Sumy region, wounding a 76-year-old local resident who was working in the yard. Dozens of houses were also damaged, and evacuation is underway.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 08:43 PM • 6408 views
Battles for Sumy and Kharkiv will begin: Zhorin pointed out the main dangers of Putin's "buffer zone"

Deputy commander of the 3rd Separate Assault Brigade Maksym Zhorin believes that the creation of a buffer zone will lead to the loss of territories and battles for Sumy and Kharkiv. Putin plans to seize the Sumy region.

Society • May 23, 03:13 PM • 19305 views
In the Carpathians, the track sagged due to rock failure: the railway is making additional changes to routes

Ukrzaliznytsia is actively restoring infrastructure on the Yasinya - Voronenko section after a ground failure. Part of the equipment was received from the Howard Buffett Foundation and the UK government.

Society • May 23, 01:27 PM • 2830 views
The number of victims and injured in Ukraine has increased due to Russian attacks - report

In 2025, the number of civilian deaths and injuries as a result of Russian attacks in Ukraine exceeded the figures for 2024. HRW calls for pressure on Russia to stop the attacks.

War in Ukraine • May 22, 10:00 PM • 43970 views
Sybiga: Putin's statements about the "buffer zone" reject peace efforts

Deputy Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Sybiga stated that Putin's statements about the "buffer zone" undermine efforts to cease fire and promote peace. He stressed that Putin remains the sole reason for the continuation of the war.

War in Ukraine • May 22, 06:25 PM • 3702 views
In Sumy region, due to enemy shelling, the route of public transport has been changed - OVA

Due to the threat of shelling, the Sumy-Putivl passenger transport route has been changed. An alternative route, close to the previous one, has been developed to avoid dangerous directions.

Society • May 22, 05:46 PM • 3523 views
"He was scaring us a year ago too": the National Security and Defense Council reacted to Putin's new statements about the "buffer zone"

The head of the Center for Countering Disinformation of the National Security and Defense Council, Andriy Kovalenko, stated that Putin does not want to cease fire by creating a "buffer zone".

War in Ukraine • May 22, 03:22 PM • 2957 views
"Work is underway": Putin announces creation of a "buffer zone" between Russia and Ukraine

Russian dictator Vladimir Putin announced the creation of a "buffer zone" along the borders with Ukraine. According to ISW, he plans to capture Sumy and annex the Sumy region.

War in Ukraine • May 22, 02:57 PM • 4359 views
Every step is a contribution to Victory: a large-scale race in support of MHP Run4Victory soldiers will take place in Ternopil

The MHP Run4Victory charity race will be held in Ternopil on June 7 to raise funds for the 44th Artillery Brigade. Participants aim to provide the military with drones and necessary equipment.

Society • May 22, 01:55 PM • 3791 views
Putin plans to seize Sumy and annex the Sumy region – ISW

Putin discussed with officials of the Kursk region plans to seize Sumy and create a buffer zone. Russia may use progress in the Sumy region for new demands in "peace" negotiations.

War in Ukraine • May 22, 01:47 AM • 139262 views
Electricity supply restored in Sumy after enemy drone attack on the city - mayor

Due to the drone attack in Sumy, there were power outages, which led to the launch of generators at critical facilities. Currently, power supply has been fully restored throughout the city.

Society • May 21, 12:31 PM • 3095 views
Mourning in Sumy region for victims of Russian strike on bus

A day of mourning has been declared in the Sumy community due to the tragic death of 9 people as a result of an enemy drone attack on a passenger bus near Bilopillia. 7 more people were injured.

Society • May 17, 06:34 AM • 4931 views
Russians attacked a scheduled bus in Sumy region: 9 dead, wounded

On the morning of May 17, Russian troops struck a scheduled bus near Bilopillia. Nine people died and four were injured, the bus was heading towards Sumy.

War in Ukraine • May 17, 05:01 AM • 4889 views
Negotiations in Istanbul: Russia threatened to seize two more regions of Ukraine - The Economist

The Russian delegation at the Istanbul talks threatened to seize Kharkiv and Sumy regions. This could happen if Ukraine does not withdraw troops from four partially occupied regions.

War in Ukraine • May 16, 02:33 PM • 6053 views
Traffic restrictions have been lifted in Sumy, but the threat of Russian attacks remains high - OVA

Restrictions imposed due to the missile threat have been lifted in Sumy. According to Oleg Grigorov, as of 22:20 on May 15, the movement of transport and pedestrians has been restored.

War in Ukraine • May 15, 08:05 PM • 4276 views
Sanctions, meeting in Istanbul, Russian offensive: key statements by Zelenskyy following the meeting with Erdogan

Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed negotiations, sanctions against the Russian Federation, and the Russian offensive with Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Ukraine does not recognize the occupied territories as Russian.

War in Ukraine • May 15, 04:24 PM • 448357 views
In Sumy, the movement of transport and pedestrians was restricted in several blocks due to the missile threat

In Sumy, the movement of transport and pedestrians was partially restricted due to a possible missile attack. Local authorities urged citizens not to move through closed areas.

War in Ukraine • May 15, 02:17 PM • 2924 views
In Sumy, the number of victims of the Russian missile strike has risen to three

As a result of the Russian missile strike on Sumy, the number of dead has risen to three people. Today, the Russians targeted an industrial infrastructure facility.

War in Ukraine • May 14, 06:19 PM • 5250 views
A day of mourning tomorrow in Sumy due to the deadly Russian strike

In connection with the tragic event on May 14, as a result of an enemy strike on Sumy, May 15 has been declared a Day of Mourning. The Russians targeted an industrial infrastructure object.

Society • May 14, 06:02 PM • 5533 views
Russian missile strike on Sumy: City Council reports two dead and 6 injured

Russian forces launched a missile strike on an industrial facility in the Sumy community. As a result of the attack, two people died and six were injured.

War in Ukraine • May 14, 01:43 PM • 3479 views
Russian strike on Sumy: one person died, seven injured

Russian troops launched a missile strike on an industrial facility in the Sumy community. One person died, seven were injured, three of them in extremely serious condition.

War in Ukraine • May 14, 01:05 PM • 5887 views
There are victims as a result of the missile strike on Sumy - OVA

Russian troops attacked Sumy, launching a missile strike on an industrial infrastructure facility. There is information about the victims, the consequences of the strike are being clarified.

War in Ukraine • May 14, 12:53 PM • 4617 views
In Sumy, the enemy attacked an industrial infrastructure facility

An explosion occurred in Sumy as a result of an attack on an industrial infrastructure facility. Additional information will be provided later, said the acting mayor.

War in Ukraine • May 14, 12:32 PM • 3730 views
In Sumy region, the enemy attacked a truck with a drone: there are dead and wounded

In the morning, an enemy UAV attacked a truck near the village of Stetskivka, one person died, two were injured. During the day, the Russians carried out almost 140 shellings of Sumy region.

War in Ukraine • May 14, 06:51 AM • 3525 views