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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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Civilian casualties in Donetsk region almost doubled in recent months - UN human rights mission report

According to the UN, the number of civilian casualties in Donetsk region increased from 125 in May to 269 in July 2024. Humanitarian organizations continue to help civilians leave the areas of active hostilities.

Society • August 13, 12:08 PM • 20779 views
SBU: Russian special services may soon resort to staging crimes against population of Kursk region

SBU warns of Russian attempts to accuse Ukrainian military of war crimes in Kursk region. The SBU spokesperson said that crimes against civilians may be staged to discredit Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • August 13, 12:02 PM • 23484 views
Government allocates UAH 2.7 billion to restore a number of settlements in frontline regions

The Cabinet of Ministers has decided to allocate UAH 2. 7 billion for the restoration of frontline towns in four regions. The funds will be used for the comprehensive reconstruction of communities to return people and develop the local economy.

Society • August 13, 10:02 AM • 29074 views
The Navy explains why russian troops will not be able to land on the Black Sea coast in Odesa region

The Ukrainian Navy spokesperson explained why the Russian landing force will not be able to land on the Odesa coast. This requires the support of ground troops, which are not available, and ships cannot approach because of the threat from coastal artillery.

War in Ukraine • August 13, 07:33 AM • 33554 views
Part of Sumy without electricity and gas after Russian strike, hospital damaged, 23 explosions in the region overnight

An enemy air strike left part of Sumy without electricity and gas, damaged a hospital, and wounded one person. During the night, Russians carried out 12 attacks on the region.

War in Ukraine • August 13, 05:59 AM • 38813 views
General Staff: in the Pokrovsk sector, the largest concentration of enemy attacks was near Hrodivka and Zhelanne

Over the last day, 134 combat engagements took place in the frontline, 52 of them in the Pokrovsk sector. The enemy launched 2 missile and 67 air strikes, firing over 4,400 times at Ukrainian positions.

War in Ukraine • August 13, 05:58 AM • 38038 views
Sumy region under fire: one wounded, Veretenivka area without communications

One person was wounded and hospitalized as a result of an enemy attack in Sumy region. The Veretenivka area was temporarily left without gas and electricity, and restoration work is underway.

War in Ukraine • August 13, 04:51 AM • 61110 views
Russian troops launch air strike on Sumy infrastructure

On August 13, the Russian army attacked infrastructure facilities in Sumy. The attack damaged several facilities, and emergency repair work is underway, with the consequences being clarified.

Society • August 13, 04:35 AM • 38837 views
Ukrainian air defense shoots down 30 of 38 enemy attack drones during massive attack

On the night of August 13, 2024, Russia attacked Ukraine with 2 ballistic missiles and 38 drones. Ukrainian air defense forces successfully destroyed 30 drones in different regions of the country.

Society • August 13, 04:25 AM • 43848 views
Explosions occurred in Sumy during an air raid alert

In Sumy, the sounds of explosions were recorded during an air raid that has been going on for ten hours. Earlier, the Air Force reported an enemy drone on the border of Cherkasy and Poltava regions.

Society • August 13, 03:45 AM • 44928 views
Dry weather in Ukraine on August 13: temperature up to 32° in the south

Dry weather is expected in Ukraine on August 13, with temperatures of 21-26°, up to 30° in Zakarpattia and up to 32° in the south. Short-term rain is possible only in the northeast, in Kyiv, no precipitation, 23-25°.

Kyiv • August 13, 03:42 AM • 64198 views
Zelensky: Kursk is a disaster of Putin's war

The President of Ukraine recalled the Kursk submarine disaster that occurred 24 years ago. According to him, Kursk is now a disaster of Putin's war.

War in Ukraine • August 12, 05:40 PM • 44474 views
Zelensky: Ukraine controls areas in Kursk region from which Russian army struck Sumy region - Zelensky

Ukrainian Armed Forces Chief Syrsky reported control over 1,000 square kilometers in the Kursk region of Russia. These are the areas from which Russia has been shelling Sumy region, having launched 2,100 attacks since June 1.

War in Ukraine • August 12, 05:10 PM • 26700 views
Business during the war: for which Ukrainian cities it is important to preserve industrial enterprises

Russia's full-scale aggression has caused significant damage to the Ukrainian industry. The example of Brovapharma shows how businesses are adapting to the new realities and cooperating with local authorities to maintain production.

Economy • August 12, 03:12 PM • 214718 views
Spouses poisoned by mushrooms in Sumy region

A man and a woman were poisoned in Sumy region by fake sprinklers collected in their own yard. Doctors at the Hlukhiv hospital provided assistance, and the victims' condition is improving.

Society • August 12, 01:17 PM • 22036 views
From 40 to 50 KABs per day used by Russian troops on the border of Sumy region - RMA

Russian troops use 40-50 guided aerial bombs daily against border communities in Sumy region. Evacuations from the border area continue due to the threat of shelling.

War in Ukraine • August 12, 11:19 AM • 32672 views
Enemy attacked Sumy the day before, hitting a residential area - CMA

Two residential buildings were damaged as a result of an enemy attack on Sumy. One of them was already restored two years ago. An operational headquarters is working at the site, and residents have been informed about compensation and assistance.

War in Ukraine • August 12, 09:17 AM • 30645 views
Enemy attacked Sumy region with UAVs, drones and artillery: 59 explosions overnight

At night and in the morning, Russian troops fired 21 times at the border areas of Sumy region. There were 59 explosions in 9 communities, including air strikes, artillery shelling and drone attacks.

War in Ukraine • August 12, 06:25 AM • 31283 views
General Staff: 124 combat engagements over the last day, one third of them in the Pokrovsk sector

There were 124 combat engagements in the frontline, 41 of them in the Pokrovsk sector. The enemy launched 5 missile and 65 air strikes, making 4673 attacks.

War in Ukraine • August 12, 05:34 AM • 40673 views
Explosions occurred in Sumy

In Sumy, explosions were heard during an air raid alert. The air force warned of a ballistic missile threat from the south and enemy aircraft activity in the northeast.

Society • August 12, 12:29 AM • 47873 views
Occupants shelled 12 communities in Sumy region: 138 explosions, a child wounded

Russian troops conducted 138 attacks on 12 communities in Sumy region. They used aerial bombs, artillery, mortars and drones. A 9-year-old child was wounded in the Sumy community.

Society • August 11, 10:02 PM • 89805 views
The Ministry of Internal Affairs reported on the radiation situation near Zaporizhzhia NPP

As of 10:30 p. m., no changes in the radiation situation in the vicinity of ZNPP were recorded. The Minister of Internal Affairs reported on the enhanced monitoring of the situation and the operational work of the Ukrhydrometeorological Center posts near the plant.

Society • August 11, 07:41 PM • 50751 views
The enemy used the entire arsenal of weapons to shell 40 Ukrainian border settlements

Russian troops used the entire arsenal of weapons to shell 40 settlements in Sumy and Chernihiv regions. Mortars, artillery, MLRS, drones and guided aerial bombs were used, causing injuries and damage to civilian objects.

Society • August 11, 12:49 PM • 44887 views
Situation in Sumy region: 34 explosions recorded as a result of Russian shelling, there are wounded

At night and in the morning, the enemy fired 11 times at the border of Sumy region, causing 34 explosions. A civilian was wounded in the Velykopysarivska community as a result of the attack.

War in Ukraine • August 11, 08:08 AM • 40181 views
Over 70 combat engagements registered in the frontline, one third of them in the Pokrovsk sector - General Staff

The General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces reports 72 combat engagements over the last day, most of them in the Pokrovsk sector. The enemy continues offensive actions, using aviation and artillery along the entire front line.

War in Ukraine • August 10, 01:56 PM • 44759 views
The Russian army attacked Sumy region with KABs, MLRS and artillery, dropped a mine: 44 explosions overnight

At night and in the morning, Russian troops fired 17 times at the border areas of Sumy region. There were 44 explosions in 9 communities, including air strikes and artillery shelling.

War in Ukraine • August 10, 08:06 AM • 65592 views
Russian troops attack Sumy region 20 times a day: 65 explosions recorded

Russian troops attacked the border areas of Sumy region 20 times, 65 explosions were recorded. Nine communities were shelled, using aerial bombs, mortars and drones.

Society • August 9, 08:25 PM • 71375 views
More than 500 children are forcibly evacuated from the border of Kharkiv region

Since the beginning of the war, more than 500 children have been evacuated from the border areas of Kharkiv region. As of August 8, 149 children have been evacuated, and 42 more need to be evacuated from the danger zone.

Society • August 9, 12:30 PM • 26143 views
Government instructs to allocate UAH 2.7 billion to rebuild several settlements: details

The Cabinet of Ministers has instructed the Ministry of Infrastructure to allocate UAH 2. 7 billion for the comprehensive reconstruction of several settlements. The funds will be used to restore critical infrastructure, housing and social facilities.

Society • August 9, 12:25 PM • 34044 views
In 4 days, the enemy dropped 154 bombs on Sumy region

Between August 5 and 8, Russian troops carried out 87 air strikes in Sumy region, dropping 154 bombs. The attacks killed 2 people, including a child, wounded 7, and damaged 45 civilian objects.

War in Ukraine • August 9, 12:02 PM • 46519 views