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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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Rains and thunderstorms to cover most of Ukraine this weekend

Over the weekend, it will rain in most regions of Ukraine, with severe thunderstorms expected in many areas, while the west will remain dry with comfortable temperatures.

Events • June 15, 03:43 AM • 48979 views
“Show instead of investigation”: NABU scandal defendant goes to court

Advisor to the President's Office Georgiy Birkadze said that the case of the alleged leakage of information from the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine was turned into a show instead of an investigation.

Publications • June 13, 10:18 AM • 292157 views
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NABU should report to the public on the results of its work - MP

MP Mykhailo Tsymbalyuk believes that the NABU should report to the parliament on the results of its activities, including high-profile cases, since Western partners and Ukrainian society have high hopes for the Anti-Corruption Bureau.

Politics • June 11, 05:50 AM • 93805 views
Enemy troops shelled Sumy Region 6 times, resulting in 16 explosions

In the Sumy region, at night and in the morning, the enemy fired 6 times at border territories and settlements, as a result of which 16 explosions occurred in different settlements.

Society • June 11, 05:26 AM • 24741 views
Ex-police officer accused of extorting a bribe of 2 2,000 and leaking confidential data

A former police officer in the Sumy region was accused of extorting a bribe of 2 2,000 for activating a pre-trial investigation and transferring confidential information to third parties.

Politics • June 10, 11:20 PM • 27142 views
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Report through "PR" cases: NABU in Rada should report on the efficiency of using its resources - MP

NABU should report to the Verkhovna Rada Committee on anti-corruption policy on the effectiveness of using its resources and powers, as there are concerns about its effectiveness.

Politics • June 10, 01:31 PM • 115638 views
In the Sumy direction, there is a decrease in the activity of Russian shelling

In the Sumy direction, there is a decrease in the activity of Russian attacks and attempts by sabotage and reconnaissance groups compared to the spring, although the enemy continues daily shelling of Ukrainian territory using various types of weapons.

War in Ukraine • June 10, 08:13 AM • 25974 views
In Sumy region, an energy facility was de-energized at night: when will the light appear

In the Sumy region, an energy infrastructure facility was de-energized at night for technical reasons, as a result of which residents of Sumy were left without electricity, but by 6:30 am on June 10, power supply to most consumers was restored. Power supply will be fully restored in the coming hours.

Society • June 10, 05:44 AM • 21204 views
In part of Sumy, a power outage occurred due to equipment failure

Part of the city of Sumy was left without electricity and water supply due to an accident on equipment, but power engineers are working to restore power supply as soon as possible.

Society • June 9, 09:00 PM • 24405 views
The enemy shelled the Sumy Region 18 times, resulting in 65 explosions

During the day, the invaders shelled the Sumy Region 18 times, as a result of which 65 explosions occurred in different settlements.

Society • June 9, 07:53 PM • 51328 views
The Russian army attacked six communities of the Sumy region

On June 7, the Russian army shelled 6 settlements in the Sumy region of Ukraine 14 times, resulting in 54 explosions.

Society • June 7, 08:25 PM • 24965 views
Russian troops shelled four communities in Sumy region: 27 explosions recorded

Russian troops shelled 4 settlements in the Sumy region, recording 27 explosions.

Society • June 7, 06:42 AM • 22666 views
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Rada plans to hear NABU - due to “PR” matters

MP Anatoliy Burmich said that in the near future the Verkhovna Rada Committee on anti-corruption policy will hear a report on the work of the National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine.

Politics • June 6, 04:12 PM • 115285 views
Russians shelled 4 communities of Sumy region at night and in the morning: more than 30 explosions were heard

At night and in the morning, the Russians shelled four communities of the Sumy region, more than 30 explosions were recorded as a result of mortar attacks, drone strikes, mines and small arms fire.

War in Ukraine • June 6, 06:36 AM • 19545 views
Russian army continues to strengthen its forces in the north of Kharkiv region, but the Defense Forces continue to restrain the enemy - Demchenko

Russian troops continue to strengthen their forces in the area of the settlements of Liptsy and Volchansk, Kharkiv region, but the Ukrainian Defense Forces are holding back the enemy.

War in Ukraine • June 6, 06:20 AM • 19921 views
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Absence of the minister of agricultural policy plays into the hands of Poles in the blockade of borders - expert

According to him, over the past six months, Polish politicians have actively used the topic of the blockade of borders with Ukraine to communicate with the electorate before the European Parliament elections. The elections will be held on June 6-9, which means that, according to the expert, farmers ' protests will subside from Monday. However, in the autumn before the presidential elections, they may again enter the active phase.

Economy • June 6, 05:50 AM • 91437 views
Enemy shelled Sumy Region 18 times: 48 explosions recorded

The invaders shelled the Sumy Region 18 times, as a result of which 48 explosions occurred in several settlements.

Society • June 5, 07:37 PM • 46274 views
Emergency shutdowns applied in 12 regions of Ukraine - Ukrenergo

Emergency shutdown schedules were introduced in 12 regions of Ukraine due to exceeding electricity consumption limits, which can potentially lead to power outages in critical infrastructure facilities.

Society • June 5, 07:10 PM • 60698 views
Higher education: the Ministry of education and Science explained what changes are expected when applying for Master's and postgraduate studies

The Ministry of education and science has updated the admission procedure for Bachelor's, master's, doctor of philosophy and Doctor of art for 2024, increasing support for higher education institutions in the frontline and border regions, increasing passing scores for Master's programs and introducing special conditions for applicants from the occupied territories or areas affected by active military operations.

Society • June 5, 03:27 PM • 29627 views
Rada plans to ban dismantling of electronic communication networks during the war: the bill was adopted as a basis

The Verkhovna Rada has adopted as a basis a draft law banning the dismantling of electronic communication networks during emergencies, emergencies and martial law.

War in Ukraine • June 5, 11:55 AM • 17190 views
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The embassy commented on the situation on the border with the poles, negotiations with whom were disrupted by NABU

The embassy commented on the situation on the border with the poles, negotiations with whom were disrupted by the NABU.

Economy • June 5, 08:24 AM • 61714 views
The enemy shelled 6 communities of Sumy region at night and in the morning: 36 explosions were heard

Russian troops shelled 6 communities in the Sumy region at night and in the morning, while 36 explosions were recorded as a result of artillery, mortar attacks and UAV attacks.

War in Ukraine • June 5, 06:20 AM • 19488 views
Air defense forces shot down 22 of 27 enemy drones

Ukrainian air defense systems shot down 22 of the 27 Iranian-made Shahed drones launched by the Russian Federation from Kursk and Crimea during the night attack on June 5, 2024.

War in Ukraine • June 5, 04:52 AM • 66703 views
The commander of the russian federation received 10 years for ordering to shoot at a civilian who refused to bury the body of a friend in a pit

a russian military leader was sentenced to 10 years in prison for ordering the shooting of a civilian who refused to bury the body of a friend in a pit.

War in Ukraine • June 5, 03:29 AM • 48655 views
Two men were wounded in Russian shelling in Kharkiv region

On June 4, Russian troops attacked Volchansk with a drone, wounding a 54-year-old man, and shelled the village of Volchansky Khutor in the Kharkiv region, wounding a 70-year-old resident.

War in Ukraine • June 4, 06:11 PM • 26528 views
Who benefited from The Case Against Rural and what does the "information leak" in NABU have to do with it

Immediately after the NABU's statement about the disclosure of the scheme of embezzlement of state-owned land, in which the minister of Agricultural Policyappears, deputy Polish Minister of Agriculture Michal Kolodzejczak announced Poland's withdrawal from negotiations with Ukraine. Some experts are inclined to believe that such a move by Poland was conceived and the rural business did not accidentally coincide with the demarche of the Poles, who meanwhile are rapidly increasing their exports to Belarus.

Politics • June 4, 06:04 AM • 192567 views
Russians have increased their activity in Kupyansky direction - General Staff

the Russians have increased their activity in the Kupyansky direction, carrying out 11 attacks on Ukrainian positions, while clashes continue in the areas of Stelmakhovka, Berestovo and Ternovo, while Ukrainian troops repel attacks in other directions.

War in Ukraine • June 3, 02:09 PM • 24343 views
NABU tried to hide the expert examination, which testified to the innocence of ex-minister Solsky

The National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) tried to hide the results of an expert examination that testified to the innocence of former minister of Agrarian Policy Mykola Solsky in the case of land seizure, accusing the experts of violating the law and refusing to accept their conclusions.

Politics • June 3, 08:21 AM • 144832 views
Electricity supply restrictions are in effect throughout Ukraine during the day, significant imports are planned - ministry of energy

In Ukraine today, power supply restrictions are applied during the day, significant imports are planned, and more than 55 thousand subscribers are de-energized due to bad weather.

Society • June 3, 07:41 AM • 29263 views
Reznikov named 3 priorities in the supply of weapons by Western partners

Former Defense Minister of Ukraine Oleksiy Reznikov said that three priorities for Ukraine in providing defense are strengthening air defense systems, artillery and necessary ammunition, as well as the supply of electronic warfare equipment to counter Russian drones and artillery.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 08:24 AM • 61372 views