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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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Prepare for all of Ukraine to fight drones - sources in the General Staff

A comprehensive system for combating UAVs, including electronic warfare, has been deployed in Ukraine. Local communities are also involved in countering drones.

War in Ukraine • September 12, 01:02 PM • 20652 views
Occupiers bring in extras for "pseudo-elections" in Sevastopol - CNS

Russia is preparing to hold "gubernatorial elections" in occupied Sevastopol, bringing in extras to simulate turnout. Voting will last from September 12 to 14 to conceal low activity.

War in Ukraine • September 12, 01:20 AM • 38644 views
Russia launched over five hundred strikes on 14 settlements in Zaporizhzhia Oblast in one day: there are wounded

On September 10, the Russian army launched 527 strikes on 14 settlements in Zaporizhzhia Oblast. As a result of the shelling, four people were injured.

War in Ukraine • September 11, 04:20 AM • 4867 views
Autumn comes into its own: weather forecast for September 11Photo

On September 11, rain, thunderstorms, and a cold snap down to +23°C are expected in western Ukraine. In other regions of the country, warm weather up to +26°C without precipitation will persist.

Weather and environment • September 11, 03:28 AM • 10726 views
Enemy attacked Zaporizhzhia with drones, a couple was injured

As a result of the enemy UAV attack on Zaporizhzhia, a couple, a 53-year-old man and woman, were injured. They are receiving the necessary assistance, and other consequences are being established.

War in Ukraine • September 10, 03:51 PM • 5732 views
Russians are training militants to work in occupation administrations - CNS

Russians are recruiting militants from the Russian Federation to work in occupation administrations in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine. A special program, "Zaporizhzhia Heroes," is training 21 candidates for Zaporizhzhia.

War in Ukraine • September 9, 09:51 PM • 7206 views
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Should you buy an apartment in autumn: expert spoke about prices and risks in the real estate marketPhoto

The expert spoke about the current state of the real estate market in Ukraine. The most affordable apartments are now in large cities of the East and Center, Lviv remains the most expensive.

Economy • September 9, 07:01 AM • 73212 views
474 strikes on Zaporizhzhia in 24 hours: one woman killed, one wounded

The Russian army launched 474 strikes on 13 settlements in the Zaporizhzhia region. As a result of the shelling, one woman was killed and one was wounded.

War in Ukraine • September 9, 04:29 AM • 4059 views
In Zaporizhzhia, a 66-year-old woman was injured as a result of an enemy strike

A 66-year-old woman was injured as a result of enemy shelling in Zaporizhzhia. Medics are providing her with emergency care.

War in Ukraine • September 8, 11:30 PM • 3844 views
Russians attacked Zaporizhzhia with drones: a fire broke out

On the evening of August 8, Russian troops attacked Zaporizhzhia with drones, causing a fire in a private house. At least two strikes were recorded, with no casualties.

War in Ukraine • September 8, 10:10 PM • 4429 views
Russia threatened Ukraine with retaliation for alleged AFU strike on occupied Donetsk

Maria Zakharova stated that the AFU allegedly launched a drone strike on a children's playground in occupied Donetsk. Moscow promises retaliation, without mentioning its own daily shelling of Ukrainian cities.

War in Ukraine • September 8, 02:27 PM • 4359 views
Ukraine showed world diplomats the consequences of the Russian strike on the Government buildingPhoto

Representatives of 60 diplomatic missions visited the damaged building of the Government of Ukraine after the Russian shelling. Diplomats were shown the consequences of the attacks and informed about the work of rescue services.

War in Ukraine • September 8, 01:17 PM • 13766 views
Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia region on September 7: two dead, one person injuredPhoto

In the Polohy district of Zaporizhzhia region, two people were killed and one was injured as a result of a Russian attack. The occupiers carried out 449 strikes on 17 settlements in the region, damaging 48 objects.

Society • September 8, 05:18 AM • 4849 views
Sybiha discussed with EU and Canada the intensification of attacks from Russia

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha discussed with representatives of the EU and Canada the strengthening of sanctions against Russia. He informed about the escalation of attacks and emphasized the need to strengthen air defense and energy resilience.

War in Ukraine • September 7, 09:28 PM • 5779 views
Man injured in FPV drone attack in Polohy district - OMA

A 48-year-old man was injured in an enemy FPV drone attack in the Polohy district. The strike hit the roadway, and medics are providing assistance.

Society • September 7, 07:09 PM • 3676 views
During the night attack, almost half of the drones were decoys - Zelenskyy

On September 7, Russia attacked Ukraine using over 800 drones, including 400 "Shaheds," as well as missiles and ballistic weapons. Ukrainian air defense forces shot down over 150 targets, but hits and destruction were recorded in Kyiv, Zaporizhzhia, Kryvyi Rih, Kremenchuk, and Odesa.

War in Ukraine • September 7, 06:16 PM • 3996 views
Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia: three people remain in hospitalsPhoto

As a result of the Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia on September 7, three people remain in hospitals. Their condition is assessed as moderate, the pregnant woman is safe.

Society • September 7, 01:22 PM • 4872 views
Over 800 drones and 13 missiles: consequences of massive Russian attack being eliminated in Kyiv and regions - Zelenskyy

The elimination of the consequences of Russian strikes continues in Ukraine, with over 800 drones and 13 missiles recorded. In Kyiv, two people died, including a child, and the Cabinet of Ministers building was damaged.

Society • September 7, 07:37 AM • 6323 views
Enemy attack on Zaporizhzhia: dozens of houses and a kindergarten damaged

As a result of the night shelling of Zaporizhzhia, 16 multi-story buildings, 12 private houses, a kindergarten, and enterprises were damaged. Utility services are already eliminating the consequences, covering windows with OSB sheets.

Society • September 7, 07:27 AM • 6344 views
Massive Russian drone and missile attack: over 750 attack means shot down - General Staff

Ukrainian air defense shot down 747 "Shaheds" and 4 "Iskander-K" cruise missiles during the massive attack. Hits were recorded at 37 locations and debris falling at 8.

War in Ukraine • September 7, 06:34 AM • 45280 views
Woman killed after attack on Orikhiv community

Russia attacked the Orikhiv community with guided aerial bombs, killing a woman. Houses in Novopavlivka were destroyed, the fate of a man is unknown.

Society • September 7, 05:29 AM • 10665 views
The enemy launched a massive attack on Odesa with attack UAVs: residential buildings and infrastructure damaged

In Odesa, as a result of the night attack by Russian UAVs, civilian infrastructure and residential buildings were damaged. Several fires broke out in the city, including in multi-story buildings.

War in Ukraine • September 7, 04:05 AM • 4946 views
Russian army attacked Zaporizhzhia: workshop premises damaged

The Russian army attacked Zaporizhzhia on the night of September 7, damaging the premises of a workshop at one of the enterprises. According to preliminary information, there are no casualties.

War in Ukraine • September 7, 12:20 AM • 5416 views
In Zaporizhzhia, 15 people have already been injured as a result of Russia's evening drone attack.Photo

Emergency rescue operations in Zaporizhzhia have been completed. As a result of the evening drone attack, 15 people were injured, four were hospitalized.

War in Ukraine • September 6, 08:27 PM • 5358 views
The number of injured in Zaporizhzhia has risen to four Photo

In Zaporizhzhia, four people were injured as a result of an enemy UAV attack: three women and one man. Their condition is assessed as moderate, and they are receiving necessary medical care.

War in Ukraine • September 6, 06:48 PM • 10317 views
Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia: two injured, another person pulled from under the rubbleVideo

On the evening of September 6, Zaporizhzhia was attacked by drones. One person was rescued from under the rubble, and two more were injured.

War in Ukraine • September 6, 06:04 PM • 3849 views
Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia: 6 multi-story and 4 private houses damaged, one injuredPhoto

As a result of the attack on Zaporizhzhia, 6 multi-story and 4 private houses were damaged. A woman sustained a shrapnel wound to the head.

War in Ukraine • September 6, 05:27 PM • 5387 views
At least seven drones were directed: a kindergarten and a residential building were damaged in ZaporizhzhiaVideo

Russian troops attacked Zaporizhzhia with at least seven drones, causing several fires. As a result of the attack, a kindergarten, a residential building, and an enterprise were damaged.

War in Ukraine • September 6, 04:57 PM • 3927 views
Zaporizhzhia under attack by enemy drones: hit recorded, fire broke out

The Russian army attacked Zaporizhzhia with drones, causing a hit and a fire. There is currently no information about casualties.

War in Ukraine • September 6, 04:44 PM • 4881 views
Ex-policeman and confectionery factory worker adjusted Russian strikes on Dnipropetrovsk regionPhoto

Counterintelligence detained two Russian agents in Dnipropetrovsk region: a 48-year-old confectionery factory worker who spread IPSO and adjusted strikes on enterprises, and a 45-year-old ex-policeman who guided attacks on command posts. Both face life imprisonment for treason.

Crimes and emergencies • September 3, 11:34 AM • 2800 views