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Zaporizhzhia

City of Ukraine
Zaporizhzhia is a city located in the southeastern part of Ukraine on both banks of the Dnipro River. The city's area is 331 square kilometers, and its population as of January 1, 2022, was 710,052 people. The city is the administrative, industrial, and cultural center of the Zaporizhzhia Oblast. The history of Zaporizhzhia dates back to ancient settlements on Khortytsia Island, and its modern formation began with the founding of the Oleksandrivsk fortress in 1770. The city became a key industrial center of Ukraine thanks to the construction of the Dnipro Hydroelectric Power Plant and related enterprises.
1770
The Oleksandrivsk fortress was founded, marking the beginning of the modern city
1927
Construction of the Dnipro HPP began, which became a symbol of industrialization
1960
The Zaporizhzhia Automobile Plant produced its first car
2005
National tourist routes were developed, including "Khortytsia: A Look Through the Ages."
2021
The "Great Restoration" of the Museum of the History of Zaporizhzhian Cossacks and Khortytsia Island began
2024
The city became a leader in the Transparency Rating, showing the largest increase among communities
2024
In the autumn, the cultural festival "GOGOLFEST" took place for the first time during the full-scale war
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Pavlo Zhurylo and the Betking Foundation organized a "Royal Vacation" for 338 children from 20 settlements across UkrainePhoto

During seven camp sessions in the Carpathians, 338 children from 20 settlements across Ukraine enjoyed a holiday. The program combined sports, mountains, and psychological support.

Business News • August 19, 03:21 PM • 6676 views
Trump said that North Korean leader Kim responded to his message

U. S. President Donald Trump said that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un had responded to his recent message, calling the exchange “very positive.” This came after Trump ordered a reduction in military exercises with South Korea.

News of the World • August 18, 06:39 AM • 4626 views
Spain extradited state registrar to Ukraine after nearly four years in hiding

The man is suspected of illegally registering a deceased person's apartment, causing losses of UAH 1 million. He was extradited from Spain and taken into custody.

Society • August 17, 08:18 AM • 4217 views
A Russian drone attacked a farm in Zaporizhzhia district, injuring a man

On the evening of August 15, a Russian drone struck the grounds of a farm in Hrizne, Zaporizhzhia district. Hangars containing machinery were damaged, a fire broke out, and a 61-year-old man was injured.

Society • August 15, 08:40 PM • 5174 views
Russians attacked Zaporizhzhia at night: strike on a shopping mall and an industrial enterprisePhoto

On the night of August 15, Russian forces attacked Zaporizhzhia with drones. The enemy hit a shopping mall and an industrial enterprise, and a fire broke out.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 12:56 AM • 7144 views
The Russian attack on August 12 left 5,000 subscribers without power in Zaporizhzhia region - Regional Military Administration

As a result of the Russian strike on August 12, around 5,000 subscribers in the Kushuhumska community of Zaporizhzhia region were left without electricity. Restoration work will begin when security conditions allow.

Society • August 12, 03:33 PM • 3553 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 • 14210 views
Russians attacked Zaporizhzhia, damaging a shopping center and a private housePhoto

On the night of August 12, Russian forces attacked Zaporizhzhia, damaging a shopping center and a private house. The fires were extinguished; there were no casualties.

War in Ukraine • August 12, 12:14 AM • 16046 views
Please respond to air raid alerts — Zelenskyy addressed Ukrainians

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged Ukrainians to respond to air raid alerts. He reported new strikes by the Russian Federation, including missile strikes from North Korea, on Kyiv and Zaporizhzhia; there are deaths and injuries.

War in Ukraine • August 11, 07:35 PM • 4988 views
Ukraine has stopped reporting the number of missiles launched by Russia during attacks — Bloomberg

Ukraine has stopped reporting the number of Russian missiles due to security measures. Kyiv needs more interceptors from allies, especially Patriots.

War in Ukraine • August 11, 02:05 PM • 7509 views
Seven people became victims of Russia's attack on Zaporizhzhia; a day of mourning was declared

As a result of Russia's nighttime attack on Zaporizhzhia, 7 people were killed and another 24 were injured. August 12 has been declared a Day of Mourning in Zaporizhzhia Oblast.

Society • August 11, 01:14 PM • 3359 views
"Every step Russia takes shows that Moscow is preparing not for peace" - Zelenskyy on Russia's nighttime attack with North Korean ballistic missilesPhoto

Russia attacked Ukraine again with North Korean ballistic missiles; six people were killed in Zaporizhzhia. Zelenskyy called on the world to increase pressure on the Russian Federation to protect against aggression.

War in Ukraine • August 11, 07:17 AM • 4844 views
Russia attacked Ukraine with ballistic and "Zircon" missiles; 98 of 120 drones neutralized

At night, russia struck Kyiv and Zaporizhzhia with "Zircon" and "Iskander-M" missiles, as well as Ukraine with 120 drones. Air defense forces shot down or suppressed 98 UAVs; hits were recorded at 21 locations.

War in Ukraine • August 11, 06:09 AM • 6465 views
The death toll from Russia’s overnight attack on Zaporizhzhia has risen to six

Six people were killed and another 19 injured as a result of Russia’s overnight combined attack on Zaporizhzhia. Four apartment buildings and non-residential buildings were damaged.

War in Ukraine • August 11, 04:38 AM • 37970 views
Five people were killed and another 20 injured after a Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia

Five people were killed and another 20 injured as a result of a combined strike on Zaporizhzhia. Industrial and infrastructure facilities were damaged, and fires broke out.

War in Ukraine • August 10, 11:16 PM • 66372 views
Following the Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia, the number of injured has risen to 9Video

As a result of the Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia, the number of injured has risen to 9. Industrial facilities, infrastructure, a garage cooperative and non-residential buildings were damaged.

War in Ukraine • August 10, 10:44 PM • 5182 views
After the Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia, two people were injured in the city

Russian forces launched a combined attack on Zaporizhzhia using missiles and aerial bombs, injuring two people. Buildings were damaged, and there are power outages and fires; emergency services are working.

War in Ukraine • August 10, 10:20 PM • 4681 views
The Russian Federation struck Zaporizhzhia with missiles and guided aerial bombs, damaging buildings and causing fires

Russian forces launched a combined attack on Zaporizhzhia, damaging residential buildings and non-residential structures. Fires broke out and power was cut off; emergency services are working at the sites.

War in Ukraine • August 10, 10:08 PM • 3401 views
Russia is attacking Kyiv with ballistic missiles, while a combined strike is ongoing in Zaporizhzhia

On the night of August 11, Russian forces are attacking Kyiv with ballistic missiles, while Zaporizhzhia is coming under a combined strike involving missiles and aerial bombs. The Mayor of Kyiv urged residents to remain in shelters.

War in Ukraine • August 10, 09:42 PM • 68155 views
The number of people injured by Russian airstrikes on Zaporizhzhia has risen to 24

Twenty-four people, including two children, were injured as a result of Russian airstrikes on Zaporizhzhia. Rescuers have completed the aftermath response, while municipal services are restoring the damaged buildings.

War in Ukraine • August 10, 12:23 PM • 3194 views
Kharkiv suffered a massive Russian attack; 11 people were injured in Zaporizhzhia and the surrounding area due to Russian guided aerial bombsPhotoVideo

The enemy attacked Kharkiv in three districts, damaging homes and a warehouse. In Zaporizhzhia, 11 people are known to have been injured, including a child in serious condition.

War in Ukraine • August 10, 10:00 AM • 3597 views
Russia attacked Poltava district, Zaporizhzhia, Kharkiv and region; there are fatalities and injuries

In the morning, the enemy attacked Poltava district, damaging equipment and buildings and injuring one person. An aerial bomb was dropped on Zaporizhzhia, damaging a building and cars; in Kharkiv, two districts were hit.

War in Ukraine • August 10, 08:21 AM • 3267 views
Russians attacked energy infrastructure in Zaporizhzhia overnight

Overnight, Russian UAVs carried out three strikes on an energy facility in Zaporizhzhia that supplies a significant part of the city. Energy workers restored power to all consumers within an hour, and over the weekend, power was also restored to more than 17,000 consumers.

War in Ukraine • August 10, 07:30 AM • 3498 views
The enemy attacked Zaporizhzhia — a garage cooperative came under fire

On the night of August 10, Russians attacked Zaporizhzhia, striking the grounds of a garage cooperative. A fire broke out, and a building was damaged; there were reportedly no casualties.

War in Ukraine • August 9, 10:39 PM • 4256 views
Work to restore the water supply is ongoing in Marhanets — a new pipeline is being laidPhoto

In Marhanets, seven teams of welders are working around the clock to lay a new pipeline to connect to an alternative water source. At the same time, repairs are underway on the pumping equipment of the main water pipeline.

Society • August 7, 09:18 AM • 3203 views
Russia struck the Zaporizhzhia district with guided aerial bombs; an 84-year-old man may be under the rubbleVideo

Russian forces struck the village of Yuliivka with guided aerial bombs, destroying a residential building. An 84-year-old man is likely under the rubble; rescuers continue their work.

War in Ukraine • August 6, 04:29 AM • 3298 views
The occupiers struck a children's hospital in Zaporizhzhia: the facade and windows were damagedPhoto

The enemy attacked the territory of the regional children's clinical hospital in Zaporizhzhia. During the alert, children and medical staff were in shelter, there were no casualties, the facade and windows were damaged.

War in Ukraine • August 4, 06:52 PM • 3234 views
The enemy attacked a hospital in Zaporizhzhia, consequences are being determined

Russian troops struck the territory of a hospital in Zaporizhzhia. The consequences of the attack are being determined, there are no casualties.

War in Ukraine • August 4, 06:26 PM • 3262 views
Enemy intensified its use of "honey traps" in attempts to assassinate military personnel - SBUVideo

The SBU reports an intensification of Russian special services' efforts to eliminate Ukrainian military personnel through online dating. Since the beginning of 2026, more than 50 such cases have been prevented.

War in Ukraine • August 4, 07:37 AM • 19429 views
Fake "combat" payments to accountants - 11 new suspicions in the case of multi-million losses

Prosecutors notified 11 individuals of suspicion for illegally accruing additional payments to accountants of a military unit. They falsely indicated participation in combat operations on the Zaporizhzhia direction, although they did not perform tasks.

War in Ukraine • August 3, 12:48 PM • 4130 views