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Uzhhorod

Regional center of Zakarpattia
Uzhhorod is a city in western Ukraine, located on the banks of the Uzh River, at the foot of the Ukrainian Carpathians, near the state border with Slovakia and Hungary. It is the administrative center of the Zakarpattia Oblast, its population is about 115,263 people as of 2025, and the city's area is 65 km². The city was under the rule of various states, including Hungary, Austria-Hungary, Czechoslovakia, and the Soviet Union, before becoming part of independent Ukraine in 1991. Uzhhorod is famous for its confectionery. It is one of the few cities in Ukraine that has its own cake – a real competitor to the "Kyiv Cake". The "Uzhhorod" cake is made without flour, with meringue and hazelnut and almond mousse. One of the main attractions of the city are the mini-sculptures installed in honor of famous people. One of the most original is the mini-Statue of Liberty, which is also the smallest active lighthouse in Ukraine. The statue was installed on the railings of the bridge over the Uzh River in 2011 in honor of the Uzhhorod Regatta. The 17 cm high figure holds a lamp with a blinking LED. On the eve of holidays, the statue is often dressed in carnival costumes. Locals have already dubbed it the main "fashionista" of the region.
1991
The city of Uzhhorod became one of the regional centers of independent Ukraine
2002
A monument to Tomáš Masaryk was unveiled in the central square of the city
2020
The Uzhhorod City Territorial Community was established
2022
The City Council adopted a decision to rename 58 streets
2023
An award was established to honor cultural and art figures
2023
A charity run was held in Uzhhorod to support
2024
The 1131st anniversary of the first written mention of the city was celebrated
2024
The winners of the Carpathian Mountain International Film Festival were announced
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Solar eclipse – Ukrainians shared footage of the unique phenomenonPhoto

A partial eclipse could be seen in the western and some central regions of Ukraine.

Society • August 12, 07:04 PM • 14875 views
In Lviv region, a National Guard major was detained while transporting three conscription-age men to the border with Slovakia

The National Guard major was transporting three conscription-age men from Zaporizhzhia to the border with Slovakia for $6,000. He was detained at a checkpoint in Lviv region when one of the passengers turned out to be wanted.

War in Ukraine • August 12, 12:44 PM • 9550 views
Total solar eclipse on August 12: what will be visible in Ukraine and where the Sun will disappear completely

A total solar eclipse will occur on August 12, 2026, visible in the Arctic and parts of Europe. In Ukraine, the partial phase will be visible in the western regions, with the best conditions in Uzhhorod.

Society • August 9, 10:34 AM • 16790 views
Heat in Ukraine broke records in 13 regions, with a maximum of +39°

On August 6, new temperature records were recorded in 13 regions of Ukraine. In Kyiv and Rivne, thermometers reached 39° above zero.

Society • August 7, 10:20 AM • 21120 views
Trains in three regions are changing routes due to Russian strikes - what you need to know

Due to the deteriorating security situation in the Dnipropetrovsk, Kharkiv and Zaporizhzhia areas, Ukrzaliznytsia is temporarily changing train routes and arranging bus transfers. Passengers can use electric trains from Dnipro at no extra charge.

Society • August 7, 09:19 AM • 16740 views
Shooter from the forest in Uzhhorod opened fire towards law enforcement officers during a special operation - details from the policePhotoVideo

In Uzhhorod, a 47-year-old man who opened fire towards law enforcement officers during a special operation was detained. His actions have been classified under the article on encroachment on the life of a police officer.

Society • July 25, 09:35 AM • 12097 views
A man who opened fire in the Shakhtynskyi forest in Uzhhorod has been detained - police

Police detained the shooter in the Shakhtynskyi forest in Uzhhorod, seizing a combat pistol. The special operation has been completed, investigative actions are ongoing at the scene.

Crimes and emergencies • July 24, 05:46 PM • 3198 views
In Uzhhorod, an armed man opened fire in the Shakhtynskyi forest, police are conducting a special operationPhoto

On the evening of July 24, police in Uzhhorod launched a special operation following a shooting in the Shakhtynskyi forest. A bullet caused a fire in an abandoned building, which spread to the forest; KORD has been involved in the search.

Crimes and emergencies • July 24, 05:18 PM • 3050 views
Travelers were told the checkpoints on the border with the longest queues during the summer peak

During the holiday season, passenger traffic on the western section of the border increases by up to 20%. The number of those who left Ukraine exceeds those who entered by more than 150,000 people.

Society • July 16, 11:54 AM • 11713 views
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Heat in the carriages of Ukrainian trains: what Ukrzaliznytsia says and what the situation with air conditioners isPhoto

A man died on the Odesa-Kyiv train not long ago. This sparked discussions about stuffiness during the heat. Ukrzaliznytsia states that the air conditioner was working and the crew acted professionally. It also explained the overall situation with the carriages.

Society • July 15, 11:54 AM • 56669 views
Uzhhorod City Council member notified of suspicion over inaccurate declaration totaling nearly UAH 78 millionPhotoVideo

The Uzhhorod council member failed to include a hotel complex valued at UAH 50 million in his declaration. The total amount of inaccurate information reached almost 78 million hryvnias.

Politics • June 18, 08:44 AM • 3388 views
Massive Russian attack leads to delays of over three hours for several trains

Due to shelling of infrastructure, Ukrzaliznytsia trains are running with delays of up to four hours. Railway workers are using backup locomotives to maintain movement.

Society • June 15, 05:54 AM • 7245 views
Threatened with a knife and opened fire: National Police reveal details of the detention in UzhhorodVideo

In Uzhhorod, the KORD special unit detained a repeat offender who held his wife and child hostage. He is charged with unlawful imprisonment and illegal weapons handling.

Society • June 11, 08:28 PM • 13682 views
In Uzhhorod, an armed man barricaded himself in a house with his wife and child; KORD conducted a special operation

In Uzhhorod, a man with a weapon barricaded himself in a house with his wife and child. KORD special forces detained the perpetrator and rescued the hostages.

Crimes and emergencies • June 11, 04:05 PM • 4200 views
TCC official detained in Volyn on suspicion of receiving unlawful benefit

Law enforcement officers detained an official from one of the TCCs in the Volyn region for accepting a bribe. Investigators are also checking the involvement of intermediaries in the crime.

Society • June 5, 08:55 AM • 4030 views
Employees of the Uzhhorod TCC served with notices of suspicion for torturing conscripts – LubinetsVideo

Officials of the Uzhhorod TCC are suspected of torture and illegal detention of people. The victims were handcuffed to a metal ladder.

Society • June 4, 03:50 PM • 4226 views
In Kyiv, fraudsters posing as "SBU inspectors" swindled nearly 11 million hryvnias from an 83-year-old surgeon

In Kyiv, fraudsters posing as the SBU swindled 11 million hryvnias from an 83-year-old surgeon. A suspect courier from Uzhhorod was detained and taken into custody.

Kyiv • May 28, 09:58 AM • 4106 views
TCCs are turning into places of detention due to disregard for human rights - LubinetsVideo

Ombudsman Lubinets stated that Territorial Recruitment Centers (TCCs) are turning into places of detention and that violations are being ignored. The authorities only react to problems after public outcry.

Society • May 27, 04:13 PM • 4531 views
SBU exposes draft-dodging scheme in Kyiv region involving charitable foundations for $16,000Photo

In the Kyiv region, heads of charitable foundations were detained for selling military deferments and facilitating escapes abroad for $16,000. The suspects face up to 9 years in prison.

Society • May 20, 11:36 AM • 4304 views
In Uzhhorod, the head of an NGO was exposed for organizing a scheme to "reserve" conscriptsPhoto

In Uzhhorod, the head of an NGO and a former TCC official were exposed for selling summonses to obtain deferments. The cost of the service ranged from $800 to $2,000 per document.

Society • May 19, 11:26 AM • 3513 views
Ukraine changes train routes following overnight Russian attack – what you need to know

Due to the shelling of the Dnipropetrovsk region, the railway has adjusted train schedules and routes. Passengers will be transported with transfers to ensure safety and timely travel.

Society • May 18, 07:20 AM • 4616 views
Planned to receive 25 thousand dollars — in Zakarpattia, a man was sentenced to 10 years for attempting to sell an infant abroad

The court sentenced a man to 10 years for attempting to sell an infant to Spain for 25 thousand dollars. He also embezzled 6.3 million UAH in aid intended for the family of a fallen soldier.

Society • May 17, 06:30 AM • 5401 views
Lightning strikes roof of house in Uzhhorod, sparking fireVideo

In Uzhhorod, a lightning strike caused the roof of a residential building on Ispanska Street to catch fire. The blaze was localized over an area of 120 square meters; there were no casualties.

Society • May 15, 06:44 PM • 5254 views
Death toll in collision between train and truck crane in Lviv region rises to twoPhoto

In the Lviv region, the driver of a truck crane died following a collision with the Kyiv-Uzhhorod train. Earlier, the train driver died at the scene of the accident, and the train derailed.

Society • May 1, 08:56 AM • 3525 views
A new flagship train "Sakura" has appeared in Ukraine on the Kyiv-Uzhhorod route

The Kyiv-Uzhhorod route has received a new train with carriages manufactured in 2026. The rolling stock is equipped with security systems and offers a menu of Japanese cuisine.

Society • April 28, 05:02 PM • 11788 views
Customs service dog sniffs out 4 million UAH in cash among belongings of Zakarpattia resident heading to SlovakiaPhoto

At the Uzhhorod checkpoint, a service dog discovered $100,000 in a woman's backpack without documentation. Customs officers seized nearly 4 million hryvnias pending a court decision.

Crimes and emergencies • April 28, 11:20 AM • 19153 views
Scheme for profiting from a landfill uncovered in Uzhhorod – city council member among the suspectsPhotoVideo

A city council member in Uzhhorod has been exposed for the illegal sale of waste from the municipal landfill. The amount of damage caused to the budget exceeds 660,000 hryvnias.

Society • April 28, 11:02 AM • 5300 views
In Zakarpattia, rescuers are extinguishing a fire at a landfill near UzhhorodPhotoVideo

In the village of Barvinok, a fire at a landfill covering an area of 1,000 square meters has been localized. Residents are urged to close their windows due to heavy smoke in the area.

Society • April 27, 01:16 PM • 3598 views
Women-only carriages to appear on three more popular trains

Starting May 1, women-only compartments will be available on routes to Odesa and Kyiv. The service is already available on 18 routes due to carriage occupancy exceeding 92 percent.

Society • April 24, 01:14 PM • 5988 views
In Uzhhorod, a Russian agent poisoned a serviceman after meeting online; she has been detained - policePhoto

In Uzhhorod, a woman was detained on suspicion of poisoning a Ukrainian Armed Forces soldier's drink on the orders of Russian special services. The suspect faces life imprisonment for treason.

Society • April 23, 07:39 AM • 3103 views