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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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Russian attack on Ukraine on September 3: "Ukrzaliznytsia" warned about temporary changes in train movement

These changes concern trains running between Lviv, Dnipro, Chernivtsi, and Zaporizhzhia.

Society • September 3, 09:50 AM • 3143 views
Russian shelling in Kirovohrad region: trains delayed up to 7 hours

Due to an enemy attack on railway infrastructure in Kirovohrad region, trains are running on bypass routes. This causes delays of up to seven hours; "Ukrzaliznytsia" is working to reduce the delay time.

Society • September 3, 06:26 AM • 5404 views
Ukraine set a record for electricity exports after integration into ENTSO-EPhoto

In August, Ukraine increased electricity exports by 60%, reaching 450 thousand MWh. This is the highest figure since integration into ENTSO-E, strengthening energy independence.

Economy • September 2, 12:24 PM • 4682 views
Occupiers carried out 591 strikes on Zaporizhzhia region, there are dead

On August 31, the occupiers launched 591 strikes on 20 settlements in Zaporizhzhia region. As a result of the enemy shelling of Polohy district, a married couple was killed.

War in Ukraine • September 1, 05:00 AM • 4002 views
In Zaporizhzhia, 34 people, including three children, were injured as a result of enemy shelling - OVA

In Zaporizhzhia on August 30, 34 people, including three children, were injured by enemy shelling. There were also interruptions in electricity and gas supply, and one person died.

Society • August 31, 10:28 AM • 5376 views
Occupiers attacked Zaporizhzhia and the region: one person killed and dozens wounded - OVA

Russian troops carried out almost 400 attacks on the Zaporizhzhia region, resulting in one person killed and 37 wounded. 382 infrastructure facilities and residential buildings were damaged.

Society • August 31, 05:40 AM • 7231 views
Zaporizhzhia has fully restored electricity supply after the Russian attack on August 30

All subscribers in Zaporizhzhia who were left without electricity after the Russian attack on the night of August 30 have already been reconnected. Head of Zaporizhzhia Oblast Military Administration Ivan Fedorov thanked the energy workers for their work.

Society • August 31, 04:05 AM • 8666 views
In Zaporizhzhia, the aftermath of the Russian night attack is being eliminated: the OMA reported on the situation with electricity and gas supply

In Zaporizhzhia, energy workers restored electricity supply to most consumers after the night enemy attack on August 30. Gas supply has not yet been returned to three multi-story buildings and 32 private houses.

War in Ukraine • August 30, 09:25 PM • 6977 views
SBU detained a Russian intelligence agent who spied on the Defense Forces in Donetsk regionPhoto

SBU counterintelligence detained a resident of Sviatohirsk who worked for Russian special services. The woman collected information about the Armed Forces of Ukraine for the militant "BARS-16".

Crimes and emergencies • August 30, 09:04 PM • 4561 views
The number of victims of Russia's attack on Zaporizhzhia has increased to 34

As of 7:00 PM on Saturday, August 30, the number of victims of the Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia has increased to 34 people. Utility services have already removed over 100 tons of debris.

War in Ukraine • August 30, 08:05 PM • 6710 views
The number of wounded as a result of the massive Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia has increased to 30

The number of victims of the night attack on Zaporizhzhia on August 30 has increased to 30 people. Most have shrapnel and cut wounds, as well as an acute stress reaction.

Society • August 30, 01:19 PM • 5064 views
Number of injured due to the Russian strike in Zaporizhzhia increased to 28Photo

In Zaporizhzhia, 28 people were injured as a result of the night attack by the Russian Federation, at least eight were hospitalized, including three children. Rescuers liquidated fires in two five-story buildings, five residential buildings, a service station, and a cafe.

War in Ukraine • August 30, 08:16 AM • 4686 views
"Moscow used the time to prepare for a leaders' meeting to prepare for strikes": Zelenskyy reacted to Russia's night attackPhoto

President Zelenskyy commented on Russia's night attack, which affected 14 regions of Ukraine. One person died in Zaporizhzhia, dozens were injured, including children.

War in Ukraine • August 30, 07:00 AM • 5553 views
Number of injured in Russia's night attack in Zaporizhzhia has increasedPhotoVideo

The number of victims of the night enemy attack in Zaporizhzhia has increased. Already 24 people have sought medical help.

War in Ukraine • August 30, 06:41 AM • 6733 views
Night attack on Zaporizhzhia: 14 multi-story buildings and 40 private houses damaged

As a result of the night attack on Zaporizhzhia, 14 apartment buildings and over 40 private houses were damaged. 22 injured people were recorded, one person died.

War in Ukraine • August 30, 04:55 AM • 69754 views
Already 22 wounded due to Russian night strikes on Zaporizhzhia

As a result of the Russian night attack on Zaporizhzhia on August 30, the number of wounded increased to 22 people, including three children. Hits on residential buildings and industrial enterprises were recorded, and one person died.

War in Ukraine • August 30, 04:24 AM • 5205 views
The number of victims due to the enemy attack on Zaporizhzhia has increased to 16, including two children - OMAPhoto

The number of victims from the night attack on Zaporizhzhia has increased to 16, including two children. The enemy used "Shaheds" and missiles, one person died.

War in Ukraine • August 30, 03:51 AM • 4642 views
In Zaporizhzhia, one person died and a child was among the injured as a result of a combined Russian attack.PhotoVideo

In Zaporizhzhia, one person died and six were rescued as a result of the night attack on August 30. Hits were recorded on two five-story and five private residential buildings, and fires broke out.

War in Ukraine • August 30, 03:20 AM • 4180 views
Poland scrambled aircraft due to Russian missile attack on Ukraine

Poland and allied air forces scrambled aircraft due to Russia's missile and drone attack on Ukraine on the night of August 30. The operational commander of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Poland launched additional pairs of fighter jets, and ground-based air defense systems and radar recognition reached the highest readiness.

War in Ukraine • August 30, 02:50 AM • 74657 views
Zaporizhzhia endured 12 strikes: hits and wounded (video)Photo

On the night of August 30, the Russian army launched at least 12 strikes on Zaporizhzhia, destroying private homes and damaging multi-story buildings and industrial enterprises. Three people required medical assistance.

War in Ukraine • August 30, 02:26 AM • 4359 views
Three people wounded as a result of enemy attack on Zaporizhzhia - OVA

On the night of August 30, Zaporizhzhia was subjected to an enemy attack, as a result of which three people were wounded. Hits on residential buildings and fires were recorded.

War in Ukraine • August 30, 01:52 AM • 5078 views
As a result of a massive strike on Zaporizhzhia, a private house was destroyed

As a result of the night attack on Zaporizhzhia on August 30, a private house was destroyed. Information regarding casualties is being established.

War in Ukraine • August 30, 01:30 AM • 4507 views
Russian night strikes left Zaporizhzhia without electricity - OBA

In Zaporizhzhia, on the night of August 30, due to Russian strikes, power went out on several streets. Energy workers will restore electricity supply after the security situation stabilizes.

War in Ukraine • August 30, 01:12 AM • 4584 views
In Zaporizhzhia, private houses were damaged and a fire broke out as a result of a Russian attack.

On the night of August 30, Zaporizhzhia was attacked by at least three UAVs, which caused a fire and destruction of private houses. There were no casualties.

War in Ukraine • August 30, 12:51 AM • 4070 views
Russia attacked Zaporizhzhia with drones: enterprise ablaze

On the evening of August 29, Russia attacked Zaporizhzhia with attack drones. As a result of the shelling, an industrial enterprise was damaged, with no casualties.

War in Ukraine • August 29, 08:14 PM • 4765 views
Mobilization of a single father in Zaporizhzhia: TCC denied information about illegal detention

Zaporizhzhia TCC denied the illegal mobilization of single father Volodymyr Strakhov, stating compliance with legislation. The man did not provide documents for deferment and was deemed fit by the military medical commission.

Society • August 29, 05:27 PM • 20192 views
In the Sumy direction, the Defense Forces are pushing back the enemy - President

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the gradual expulsion of Russian troops in the Sumy direction. In Zaporizhzhia, the situation remains unchanged, with danger persisting due to the accumulation of enemy amphibious forces.

War in Ukraine • August 29, 12:42 PM • 3043 views
Woman from Sviatohirsk passed data about the Armed Forces of Ukraine in Donetsk region to the enemy, she faces life imprisonmentPhoto

A resident of Sviatohirsk adjusted enemy fire on Ukrainian defenders in Donetsk region. She faces life imprisonment for treason.

War in Ukraine • August 29, 08:03 AM • 4128 views
SBU detained an FSB agent who organized caches with explosives in ZaporizhzhiaPhotoVideo

SBU counterintelligence detained a 68-year-old FSB agent who was setting up caches with explosives in Zaporizhzhia. He received explosives via drones and passed the coordinates of the caches to his handler, as well as tracking the movement of the Defense Forces.

Crimes and emergencies • August 29, 12:29 AM • 5504 views
Most trains return to schedule, traffic to resume on August 29 - "Ukrzaliznytsia"

Ukrzaliznytsia announced that most trains are returning to schedule, and from August 29, traffic is planned to resume according to the timetable. Delays are gradually being caught up, and the company is doing everything to normalize traffic.

Society • August 28, 09:49 PM • 7733 views