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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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12.5% of city council deputies in regional centers of Ukraine prematurely terminated their powers since 2020 - study

Since 2020, 145 deputies of city councils in regional centers of Ukraine (12. 5%) have prematurely terminated their powers. Kropyvnytskyi region is the only one operating with its initial composition, while in Kherson, the number of deputies who resigned their mandates is 37%.

Politics • July 4, 02:20 PM • 3753 views
The Cabinet of Ministers will allocate UAH 540 million for the restoration of housing damaged by Russia: who will receive the funds

The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine will allocate 540 million hryvnias to the communities of Zaporizhzhia, Mykolaiv, Izium, Bucha, and Makariv. The funds will be used to repair about 200 apartment buildings damaged as a result of Russian aggression, within the framework of the HOPE project with the support of the World Bank.

Society • July 2, 12:15 PM • 1666 views
Sun and warmth: Ukraine plunges into summer weather, rains leave the regions

On July 2, an anticyclone from Western Europe will bring clear weather without precipitation to most of Ukraine; daytime air temperatures will reach +29°. Short-term rains and thunderstorms are possible on the Left Bank.

Weather and environment • July 2, 03:15 AM • 7477 views
Ukrainian counterintelligence detained a GRU agent who was preparing Russian strikes on energy facilities in Dnipro and Zaporizhzhia

The SBU detained a 54-year-old installer in Dnipro who was корректиating Russian air attacks on critical infrastructure in Dnipro and Zaporizhzhia. He used his official position to collect data, photograph objects, and transmit geolocations to his handler.

Crimes and emergencies • July 1, 08:35 PM • 2770 views
Shelling of Zaporizhzhia region: occupiers left Stepnohirsk community without electricity, water, and communication

Russian occupiers attacked the Stepnohirsk community, damaging infrastructure and leaving locals without electricity, internet, and mobile communication. As a result of the shelling, a repair and evacuation vehicle was damaged, and two power engineers suffered concussions.

Society • July 1, 09:19 AM • 1421 views
Russia's night drone attack in Zaporizhzhia left some residents without electricity

Zaporizhzhia was subjected to a night attack by 'Shahed' drones, as a result of which one industrial enterprise was damaged by four UAVs, and one drone hit a residential area. More than 1,600 subscribers in Shevchenkivskyi district were left without power supply, and 6 high-rise buildings and more than 20 private houses were also damaged.

Society • July 1, 05:58 AM • 1677 views
Attack on Zaporizhzhia: occupiers launched 4 strikes on the city and district

On the night of July 1, the enemy launched 4 strikes on Zaporizhzhia and the Zaporizhzhia district. An enterprise and private houses were damaged, there were no casualties.

War in Ukraine • July 1, 02:04 AM • 52636 views
Attack on Zaporizhzhia: fire broke out in the city

A fire broke out in one of Zaporizhzhia's districts after a Russian attack; emergency services are working on the scene. Information on possible casualties is currently being clarified.

War in Ukraine • July 1, 12:01 AM • 1646 views
Spokesperson for the Southern Defense Forces answered whether the Defense Forces are withdrawing from Kamyanske

The spokesperson for the Southern Defense Forces denied the withdrawal of the Ukrainian Armed Forces from Kamyanske in Zaporizhzhia, stating that Ukrainian military personnel are holding their positions and repelling enemy attacks. Russians are trying to seize Kamyanske to control the Simferopol-Kharkiv highway and fire on Stepnohirsk and Zaporizhzhia.

War in Ukraine • June 29, 08:36 AM • 64088 views
Enemy attack on Zaporizhzhia: fires broke out, enterprise and garages damaged

Russian drones attacked Zaporizhzhia at night, causing fires. At least six strikes damaged an industrial enterprise and a garage cooperative, with no casualties.

War in Ukraine • June 27, 02:39 AM • 5039 views
In Zaporizhzhia, a 27-year-old man blew himself up on a grenade

In Zaporizhzhia, a 27-year-old man died due to careless handling of an explosive device. He died in the hospital from mine-explosive injuries.

Society • June 26, 03:39 PM • 2498 views
Attack on Zaporizhzhia: 5 injured, housing, cars and infrastructure damaged

Five people were injured as a result of 469 enemy strikes on 13 settlements in the Zaporizhzhia region on June 24, including Zaporizhzhia, Vasylivka and Polohy districts. 23 reports of property damage were recorded, including housing and cars.

War in Ukraine • June 25, 04:20 AM • 3876 views
Night attack on Zaporizhzhia: two people injured, residential buildings damaged

Russians launched 4 strikes on Zaporizhzhia on the night of June 25, injuring two men, 31 and 35 years old. Private houses, outbuildings and cars were damaged.

War in Ukraine • June 25, 12:59 AM • 30285 views
Unprecedented destruction and at least 9 dead: June 25 declared a Day of Mourning in Dnipro

Dnipro is recovering after one of the largest attacks, which resulted in over 150 injured and at least 9 dead. Almost 50 high-rise buildings have been destroyed in the city, over 2,000 windows damaged, as well as dozens of schools, hospitals, and infrastructure facilities.

War in Ukraine • June 24, 03:56 PM • 3496 views
Strike on Dnipro, damage to Odesa – Zaporizhzhia train: 10 passengers, including three children, sought medical attention

As a result of a missile strike on Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, the passenger train "Odesa - Zaporizhzhia" was damaged. Ten passengers, including three children, sought medical attention for blast injuries, shrapnel wounds, and contusions.

Society • June 24, 03:02 PM • 3156 views
Russian drones attacked an oblenergo brigade in Zaporizhzhia, one injured

The Zaporizhzhiaoblenergo brigade came under attack from Russian FPV drones in Vasylivka district. One employee was injured, and the service vehicle was damaged.

Society • June 24, 11:26 AM • 2399 views
Enemy attack in Dnipropetrovsk region: Odesa - Zaporizhzhia train resumes movement

Ukrzaliznytsia promptly restored the movement of train No. 52 Odesa - Zaporizhzhia after an enemy attack in the Dnipropetrovsk region. Passengers will be delivered to Zaporizhzhia, and the return journey will depart on schedule.

Society • June 24, 10:40 AM • 4360 views
Not just the train: where else Russian missiles hit in Dnipro on June 24

On June 24, Russian missiles hit the Odesa – Zaporizhzhia passenger train in Dnipro, injuring passengers but causing no fatalities. Schools, kindergartens, and hospitals were also damaged, with casualties resulting from the attack.

Society • June 24, 09:45 AM • 4357 views
Ukrzaliznytsia: Odesa-Zaporizhzhia train damaged due to Russian strike on Dnipropetrovsk region

As a result of Russia's terrorist attack on the Dnipropetrovsk region, train No. 52 Odesa — Zaporizhzhia was damaged. Passengers were promptly moved to shelters, Ukrzaliznytsia is preparing replacement rolling stock to deliver them to Zaporizhzhia.

Society • June 24, 08:58 AM • 24463 views
Russia's ban on studying Ukrainian in schools: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs called it genocidal policy

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine considers the ban on studying the Ukrainian language in schools in the temporarily occupied territories as a manifestation of Moscow's genocidal policy. The Ministry emphasizes that the Ukrainian language has powerful protection and all Russian "bans" are temporary.

Society • June 24, 08:34 AM • 4875 views
Maliuk stated that the Russian Federation was preparing an assassination attempt on Yermak's brother

The SBU prevented an assassination attempt on sniper Denys Yermak, brother of the head of the President's Office. The assassination was planned to be carried out by detonating an explosive device weighing 2.5 kg, made by an executor from Kharkiv.

Politics • June 23, 01:38 PM • 3108 views
Missile attack on Zaporizhzhia district: thousands of subscribers left without electricity

On June 22, Russian troops attacked the Zaporizhzhia district with ballistic missiles, leaving almost 5,000 subscribers without electricity. As a result of the strike, a fire broke out in one of the private homes, but the residents were not injured.

War in Ukraine • June 22, 08:48 PM • 4888 views
Hottest areas are the Pokrovsk and Lyman directions: map from the General Staff

Over the past day, 176 combat engagements took place on the front lines, with more than half of them occurring in the Pokrovsk, Lyman, and Toretsk directions. The enemy launched over 5,000 artillery strikes and deployed almost 2,800 kamikaze drones.

War in Ukraine • June 20, 06:03 AM • 3906 views
Due to the war and search for prospects: graduating girls are massively leaving Ukraine for education abroad

Due to the ongoing war, young Ukrainian women are increasingly choosing universities abroad, particularly in Poland. They aim to avoid the stress of air raids and see better career opportunities outside of Ukraine.

Our people abroad • June 19, 10:47 AM • 3615 views
Over a quarter of battles are on the Pokrovsk direction: map from the General Staff

Last day, 163 combat clashes were recorded, the most on the Pokrovsk, North Sloboda, and Kursk directions. The enemy carried out 40 airstrikes and conducted 5111 shelling attacks.

War in Ukraine • June 19, 05:29 AM • 3482 views
Zaporizhzhia Region Under Attack: Enemy Struck the Region 410 Times, One Injured

Russian troops carried out 410 strikes on 12 settlements in the Zaporizhzhia region, resulting in one person being injured. Private houses, apartments, cars, and infrastructure facilities were damaged.

War in Ukraine • June 19, 04:31 AM • 4202 views
95 battles on the front: hottest on the Pokrovsk, North-Slobozhansky and Kursk directions

Since the beginning of the day, there have been 95 combat clashes on the front, with the enemy most actively operating in the Pokrovsk and North-Slobozhansky directions. Ukrainian defenders are holding back the invaders' offensive in all directions.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 01:29 PM • 3723 views
13 enemy UAVs attacked Zaporizhzhia: the consequences are devastating (video)

At night, the enemy attacked Zaporizhzhia with drones, causing large-scale destruction. Enterprises and houses were damaged, cars burned down, and fires broke out over a large area.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 03:39 AM • 26780 views
Almost 3,000 fake student IDs were sold: the entire rectorate of the university in Zaporizhzhia was exposed

The SBU has liquidated a large-scale scheme of evading mobilization in Zaporizhzhia. The rector and his subordinates sold fake student IDs, earning more than 50 million hryvnias.

War in Ukraine • June 17, 10:22 AM • 2867 views
A multi-story building and a dormitory were damaged in Zaporizhzhia as a result of the attack (video)

In the morning of June 17, Zaporizhzhia was attacked by the enemy, as a result of which a multi-story building, a dormitory and almost 30 garages were damaged. Fortunately, there were no casualties.

War in Ukraine • June 17, 03:35 AM • 4710 views