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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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The Government allocates additional UAH 3.88 billion for the construction of defense borders

The Ukrainian government has allocated an additional UAH 3. 88 billion for the further construction of defense borders, primarily in Kharkiv and Sumy regions, including UAH 1.7 billion for Kharkiv and UAH 1.5 billion for Sumy.

War in Ukraine • April 12, 09:37 AM • 53232 views
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Construction of the National Military Memorial Cemetery: what work is already underway and who is doing it

On the land plots allocated for the construction of the National Military Memorial Cemetery, preparatory work is underway, including site preparation, demolition, geodetic work, construction of temporary structures, access roads and removal of greenery, with contracts signed with various companies.

Society • April 12, 07:59 AM • 196371 views
Sumy region: 4 residents wounded in russian attack

In Sumy region, russian occupants shelled the border areas and settlements 36 times during the day, resulting in 157 explosions in two settlements and 4 people being wounded.

War in Ukraine • April 11, 07:39 PM • 60252 views
Enemy hits thermal power plant in Sumy with multiple rocket launchers and shells Esman community, there are casualties

Russian troops hit a thermal power plant in Sumy and shelled the Esman community in Sumy region, wounding two people.

War in Ukraine • April 11, 01:55 PM • 28346 views
An audible explosion was reported in Sumy

An explosion occurred in Sumy, Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • April 11, 01:30 PM • 24137 views
In Cherkasy region, a land plot of water fund with an area of more than 2.7 hectares was returned to state ownership

In Cherkasy region, an illegal order to lease a water fund land plot of more than 2. 7 hectares for construction was canceled, returning the land to state ownership.

Society • April 11, 11:56 AM • 24395 views
Enemy shells three communities in Chernihiv region, uses FPV drone: 75 explosions recorded

During the day, Russian troops shelled three communities in Chernihiv region eight times, causing 75 explosions, including those using an FPV drone.

War in Ukraine • April 11, 10:55 AM • 24081 views
There are quite a few high explosive aircraft bombs left in russia - Evlash

russia has been modifying and converting its Soviet-era high-explosive aircraft bombs into guided bombs, which it continues to drop on frontline cities, including civilian areas in Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • April 11, 10:15 AM • 25685 views
The power system is currently operating stably. Amid Russia's massive attack, Ukrainians are urged to conserve electricity

Despite a massive Russian attack on energy facilities, Ukraine's power grid is currently operating steadily, but Ukrainians are urged to save electricity.

Society • April 11, 08:25 AM • 34716 views
Ukraine confiscated in absentia the property of Crimean Metropolitan UOC (MP) Lazar

The High Anti-Corruption Court has confiscated the property of pro-Russian Metropolitan Shvets Rostislav Pylypovych, who supported Russia's armed aggression against Ukraine, to the state.

Politics • April 10, 12:39 PM • 19897 views
Zelensky: we have solutions to strengthen air defense in Kharkiv

During his visit to Kharkiv, the President said that Ukraine has solutions to strengthen air defense in the city and the region, emphasizing the need for global support to defeat russian terror through enhanced air defense capabilities.

War in Ukraine • April 9, 02:50 PM • 30933 views
Sumy region: Russians shelled 10 communities, causing casualties and destruction

On Monday, 170 explosions were recorded in 10 settlements in the border region of Sumy as Russian troops shelled the region with artillery, mortars, mines, drones and air strikes, wounding 3 people in the city of Sumy.

War in Ukraine • April 8, 08:47 PM • 32128 views
Russians attacked civilian infrastructure in Sumy from aircraft - RMA

Russians have launched an air strike on civilian infrastructure in Sumy. The consequences of the enemy attack are currently being clarified.

War in Ukraine • April 8, 12:48 PM • 25109 views
Despite the controlled situation on the border with russia and belarus, Ukraine is building up and strengthening its defense capabilities - Demchenko

Ukraine continues to build and strengthen its defense capabilities along the entire length of its border. At the same time, the regions bordering russia are subject to significant shelling.

War in Ukraine • April 8, 12:40 PM • 29461 views
Explosions occurred in Sumy - media

According to media reports, explosions were heard in Sumy, Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • April 8, 12:24 PM • 78504 views
The Air Force reported the launch of enemy UAVs in Sumy region

According to the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, enemy guided aerial bombs were launched in Sumy region.

War in Ukraine • April 8, 12:13 PM • 77099 views
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"Russia is unlikely to open a northeastern front today": expert assesses the possibility of a Russian offensive on Kharkiv

The expert assessed the possibility of an enemy attack on Kharkiv.

War in Ukraine • April 8, 11:35 AM • 131231 views
"Guided Russian bombs to Sumy region": SBU announces detention of ex-regional FSB agent

The Security Service of Ukraine detained an FSB agent who was trying to establish the exact coordinates of a military facility of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in order to adjust an enemy air strike on it in Sumy region.

War in Ukraine • April 8, 07:13 AM • 28801 views
The enemy is attacking with drones, air defense was deployed in Odesa region, and an alert was issued in Kyiv region

Hostile attack drones were spotted in various regions of Ukraine, leading to the deployment of air defense in Odesa and an alert in Kyiv region.

War in Ukraine • April 7, 10:10 PM • 100974 views
Ukraine lacks air defense systems to protect cities: Zelenskyy instructs diplomats to convince partners

Ukraine lacks air defense systems to protect its cities, especially Kharkiv, which is subjected to daily terror from russia, so President Zelenskyy instructed diplomats to convince partners to provide more air defense capabilities.

War in Ukraine • April 7, 05:49 PM • 65616 views
Ukraine completes construction of defense facilities in the hottest areas - Zelenskyy

In some frontline areas, the construction of fortifications with three lines of defense, including anti-tank ditches and "dragon's teeth," is 92-98% complete, as President Zelensky announced during a telethon.

War in Ukraine • April 6, 04:38 PM • 40445 views
During the day, russia launched 14 missile strikes, 107 air attacks, and 137 salvo attacks

Over the past day, 80 combat engagements took place, during which russia launched 14 missile strikes, 107 air strikes and 137 attacks from multiple launch rocket systems at Ukrainian positions and localities in various regions.

War in Ukraine • April 6, 04:41 AM • 61493 views
Air Force warns of ballistic missile threat in Sumy region

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine informs about the potential threat of ballistic missiles in Sumy region.

War in Ukraine • April 5, 09:32 PM • 33500 views
Soldiers of "Kholodnyi Yar" brigade destroy 2 enemy UAVs "Orlan-10" with "Strela-10" SAM in the east - Pavliuk

Soldiers of the 93rd separate mechanized brigade "Kholodny Yar" destroyed at least 2 enemy Orlan-10 drones using Strela-10 anti-aircraft missile systems in the east.

War in Ukraine • April 5, 04:28 PM • 31554 views
Enemy lays UAV routes through residential buildings - Humeniuk

The attack by the Russian Federation from the south was organised by 13 drones, flying through residential areas of Ukrainian settlements in an attempt to reach infrastructure facilities in southern Ukraine. All of the drones were shot down, with debris damaging several private homes but causing no casualties.

War in Ukraine • April 5, 07:03 AM • 27982 views
Over the day, russia launched 4 missile strikes, 80 air attacks, and 108 salvo attacks

The russian federation launched 4 missile and 80 air strikes, and fired 108 times from multiple launch rocket systems at Ukrainian positions and localities during 65 combat engagements over the day.

War in Ukraine • April 5, 04:22 AM • 36303 views
In Sumy, an entrepreneur seized land worth UAH 3.3 million

In Sumy, an entrepreneur occupied a land plot worth almost UAH 3. 3 million without proper registration and built structures for providing paid parking services.

Society • April 4, 11:45 PM • 40388 views
russian tactical aviation has become more active in Poltava, Sumy and Kharkiv regions

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine informs about the activity of enemy tactical aviation in Poltava, Sumy and Kharkiv regions.

War in Ukraine • April 4, 08:21 PM • 25633 views
Russian army strikes at Kharkiv, explosions heard

The Russian army strikes at Kharkiv, explosions are heard, and residents are urged to take shelter.

War in Ukraine • April 4, 07:05 PM • 26550 views
Strengthening air defense for Kharkiv and Sumy regions: Zelensky gave orders to military and diplomats

Zelenskyy instructed diplomats and the military to urgently strengthen the air defense of Kharkiv, Sumy, and southern regions of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • April 4, 06:40 PM • 27563 views