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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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Fire broke out in Zaporizhzhia as a result of a Russian attack, preliminary reports indicate casualties - RMA

A fire broke out as a result of a Russian enemy attack on the Zaporizhzhia region. Medics are working at the scene, and there is information about victims.

War in Ukraine • April 22, 08:52 AM • 5807 views
Air defense systems are operating in the Zaporizhzhia region amid the threat of enemy guided aerial bombs and drones: explosions were heard in Zaporizhzhia

There is a threat of guided aerial bombs being used in the Zaporizhzhia region and city. New groups of attack UAVs have also been recorded, air defense is working, and residents are urged to stay in shelters.

War in Ukraine • April 22, 08:39 AM • 6395 views
In the Zaporizhzhia direction, the occupiers who were thrown to the breakthrough were defeated: DIU showed epic footage for the first time

Ukrainian defenders repulsed the Russian attack in the Zaporizhzhia direction. More than 100 occupiers and 15 pieces of equipment were destroyed, disrupting the enemy's plans.

War in Ukraine • April 22, 07:39 AM • 8563 views
We were really waiting for you: the ombudsman shared details of the pre-Easter prisoner exchange and showed a video

As a result of the 63rd exchange and actions outside of it, 277 Ukrainians have been returned: 246 soldiers were exchanged, 31 were released separately. These are defenders from different directions who will now meet Easter at home.

War in Ukraine • April 19, 03:55 PM • 4469 views
Russia attacked Zaporizhzhia with "Shaheds": a fire broke out

On the night of April 19, Russians attacked Zaporizhzhia with "Shahed" attack UAVs. As a result of the hit, a fire occurred, information about the consequences is being clarified.

War in Ukraine • April 19, 01:22 AM • 4621 views
Eyes in the sky: Zaporizhzhia streets to be patrolled by police drones

In Zaporizhzhia, the police are starting to patrol the streets with the help of drones to identify suspicious individuals and objects. Currently, four recreational zones have been designated for aerial patrolling.

Society • April 18, 04:43 PM • 9433 views
In Zaporizhzhia, two young girls suffocated in an apartment, their 17-year-old sister was hospitalized

In the Komunar district of Zaporizhzhia, two children, 4 and 9 years old, died as a result of gas poisoning. Their 17-year-old sister was hospitalized. The preliminary cause is careless handling of the gas stove.

Crimes and emergencies • April 18, 02:57 PM • 9899 views
Russia is disrupting Trump's peace efforts in Ukraine and intensifying attacks - Kovalenko

Russia pretends to be interested in peace, but is increasing assaults and attacking energy facilities in Ukraine, disrupting US efforts. The Kremlin is building an alternative reality in relations with the US.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 01:08 PM • 10182 views
russia is attacking energy facilities, including in frontline regions - Ministry of Energy

russia continues to attack Ukraine's energy facilities, especially in the Kherson, Zaporizhzhia, Dnipropetrovsk, and Kharkiv regions, despite agreements on an energy truce.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 06:46 AM • 6360 views
Russian troops advanced near Kotlyarivka and in certain areas of the Zaporizhzhia region - DeepState

According to DeepState, enemy troops have advanced near Kotlyarivka and in certain areas of the front in the Zaporizhzhia region.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 11:57 PM • 22802 views
Six air bombs and five "Shaheds": RMA reported on the consequences of the night attack by the Russian Federation on Kharkiv and the region

Overnight on April 15, the Russians attacked Kharkiv region with guided aerial bombs and drones. They hit a civilian enterprise that was engaged in the production and storage of food.

War in Ukraine • April 15, 09:59 AM • 4670 views
The occupiers launched 517 strikes on the Zaporizhzhia region in a day: there is a dead person

During the day, Russian troops carried out 517 attacks on 14 settlements of the Zaporizhzhia region, killing a 63-year-old man. Houses, transport and infrastructure were damaged.

War in Ukraine • April 15, 04:16 AM • 5146 views
40 out of 62 enemy drones were shot down over Ukraine

On the night of April 14, Russia attacked Ukraine with 62 drones, 40 of which were shot down. Odesa, Donetsk, Dnipropetrovsk, and Kharkiv regions were under attack.

War in Ukraine • April 14, 06:39 AM • 6905 views
A fire broke out at a gas station in Zaporizhzhia due to an enemy drone attack - OVA

As a result of an enemy drone strike in Zaporizhzhia, a fire broke out at a gas station, which was promptly extinguished by rescuers. Also, the enemy carried out 461 shellings on 12 settlements in the region.

War in Ukraine • April 14, 04:24 AM • 6321 views
A warm start to the week is expected: weather forecast in Ukraine for April 14

On Monday, Ukraine will have comfortable spring weather, with temperatures up to +17°. Only in the west are local rains possible, in other regions no precipitation is expected.

Weather and environment • April 14, 04:15 AM • 8988 views
Ukrainian embassies will honor the victims of the tragedy in Sumy: flags will be lowered

On April 14, Ukrainian embassies around the world will lower their flags in mourning for the victims of the Russian missile strike on Sumy. Books of mourning will also be opened.

War in Ukraine • April 13, 07:44 PM • 5730 views
Ukrainian cities declare days of mourning over Russia's terrible missile attack on Sumy

Following the horrific Russian attack on Sumy, many cities in Ukraine have declared Days of Mourning. Kyiv, Poltava, Zaporizhzhia, Kharkiv, and Lviv regions are lowering flags in memory of the victims.

Society • April 13, 04:43 PM • 71643 views
The government has allocated UAH 1.5 billion to support regions and communities - Shmyhal

The Government of Ukraine has allocated UAH 1. 5 billion to support communities and regions that need it most. Half a billion hryvnias will be received by seven regions for utility services in medical institutions.

Economy • April 11, 02:11 PM • 10572 views
Zelenskyy on the attack on Dnipro: Russia ignores diplomacy, continuing attacks on peaceful cities

President Zelenskyy stated that Russia neglects diplomacy, attacking Dnipro, Nikopol, and other regions where there are dead and wounded, including children. He called for increased pressure on the Russian Federation.

War in Ukraine • April 10, 06:55 PM • 11199 views
TruCAM radars will appear on 25 more sections of Ukrainian roads from April 11

The patrol police announced that from April 11, TruCAM radars will be installed on 25 new road sections. Now a total of 160 devices will operate on 338 road sections.

Society • April 10, 01:55 PM • 10070 views
Shooting at the shopping mall in Lviv: what is known about the shooter

On April 9, a man in a wheelchair fired a pistol into the floor at the "Forum" shopping center in Lviv. The media reports that he is a local fraudster, previously convicted of theft.

Crimes and emergencies • April 10, 11:13 AM • 10827 views
Fedorov named the first region where all schools are connected to the "Mriya" ecosystem

The Zaporizhzhia region became the first where all schools joined the "Mriya" educational ecosystem, despite its proximity to the front. 150 schools are already working with "Mriya".

Technologies • April 10, 09:55 AM • 11647 views
The occupiers are reviving "Cossack" formations in the temporarily occupied territories for control and repression

In the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine, Russia is creating "Cossack societies" for control, repression and pressure. 10 such formations have already been registered in the Luhansk region.

Society • April 9, 11:13 PM • 12340 views
Russian propagandist Skabeeva received new suspicions - SBU

The SBU has collected evidence of the criminal activity of Olga Skabeeva. She called for the capture of Ukrainian cities and the destruction of energy infrastructure, promoting this on the air of the "Russia-1" TV channel.

War in Ukraine • April 8, 10:17 AM • 8813 views
More than 700,000 UAH from registrations for the MHP Run4Victory race in Cherkasy are being transferred to support the 118th Territorial Defense Brigade

Funds from registrations for the MHP Run4Victory race in Cherkasy, which is more than 700,000 UAH, will be used to purchase drones for the 118th Territorial Defense Brigade. The race did not take place due to mourning and shelling.

Society • April 7, 07:32 AM • 9783 views
42 out of 78 enemy drones were shot down over Ukraine, 22 did not reach their targets

On the night of April 4, the Russian Federation attacked Ukraine with 78 Shahed drones and imitators. The Armed Forces of Ukraine shot down 42 UAVs in the north, east and center of the country. Kharkiv region, Dnipropetrovsk region, Kyiv region and Zaporizhzhia were hit.

War in Ukraine • April 4, 05:38 AM • 5636 views
In Zaporizhzhia, a man sprayed gas in the face of a police officer during a TCR check: proceedings have been initiated

In Zaporizhzhia, a 43-year-old man refused to provide documents, sprayed tear gas in the face of a police officer and tried to escape. A criminal proceeding has been opened, he faces up to 5 years in prison.

Society • April 2, 10:53 AM • 12421 views
In Zakarpattia, a passenger train fatally hit a child

In Vynohradiv region, a train hit a 14-year-old teenager who suddenly ran onto the tracks. The boy died on the spot from his injuries, police opened a criminal case.

Society • April 2, 09:20 AM • 17108 views
Strikes on Zaporizhzhia region: one dead, five wounded

As a result of the enemy's terrorist attacks on the Zaporizhzhia region, a woman was killed and five people were injured. Rockets and air bombs destroyed houses in various settlements.

Society • April 1, 04:11 AM • 20790 views
Five wounded in Zaporizhzhia: occupiers attacked the frontline community

The number of victims in the frontline community has increased to five. A 47-year-old woman and a 50-year-old man who were wounded sought medical attention.

War in Ukraine • March 31, 08:15 PM • 7191 views