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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 attacks caused train delays of up to 14 hours

Russian shelling caused significant train delays, particularly in southern Ukraine. The Dnipro–Uzhhorod service is delayed by 13 hours and 40 minutes.

Society • September 20, 11:14 AM • 8573 views
How many civilians in Ukraine were killed due to Russia’s aggression in August — the UN announced the number of casualties

In August, 372 civilians were killed in Ukraine and another 2,349 were injured. Missile strikes and long-range drones caused 47% of the casualties.

Society • September 19, 01:18 PM • 8216 views
Children in the temporarily occupied territories of Zaporizhzhia are being taught to see "terrorists" among their own peers — CNS

Russian security forces are conducting classes for children on "terrorism and extremism. " Pro-Ukrainian posts and likes are called terrorist activity.

Society • September 18, 10:27 PM • 4342 views
In Zaporizhzhia, a woman discovered a colony of 250 bats on her balconyPhoto

A woman discovered a colony of bats on her balcony. Rescuers transferred 250 animals to a rehabilitation center; none were harmed.

Society • September 18, 03:32 PM • 3872 views
Due to Russian shelling, a number of trains are delayed, with some services running almost 12 hours behind schedulePhoto

Due to Russian attacks on the railway, trains are running with delays. The longest delay is 11 hours and 39 minutes.

Society • September 18, 06:54 AM • 11184 views
A Russian attack completely destroyed a shopping center in Zaporizhzhia — new footage of the aftermathPhotoVideo

A shopping center was destroyed in Zaporizhzhia as a result of a Russian attack. A large-scale fire broke out there on the evening of September 17; there are preliminarily no casualties.

War in Ukraine • September 17, 10:40 PM • 35318 views
Russians struck a shopping center in Zaporizhzhia — a large-scale fire broke outVideo

On the evening of September 17, Russian forces attacked a shopping center in Zaporizhzhia. A large-scale fire broke out; according to preliminary data, there were no casualties.

War in Ukraine • September 17, 08:38 PM • 8422 views
In Zaporizhzhia, an enemy FPV drone attacked an ambulance, injuring the driver and paramedic - Regional Military Administration

In Zaporizhzhia, an FPV drone damaged an ambulance and injured a paramedic and the driver. The number of people injured on the bus has risen to five, with one in serious condition.

War in Ukraine • September 17, 04:08 PM • 6012 views
An enemy FPV drone attacked a passenger bus near a bus stop in Zaporizhzhia, injuring three peopleVideo

A Russian FPV drone struck a bus near a bus stop in Zaporizhzhia’s Kosmichnyi district. Preliminary reports say three people were injured.

War in Ukraine • September 17, 02:28 PM • 14906 views
Russia launched a massive overnight attack on Ukraine with missiles and 157 drones — air defenses neutralized 131 targetsPhoto

Russia struck Ukraine with ballistic and cruise missiles and 157 drones. Air defenses neutralized 131 targets; strikes were recorded at 36 locations.

War in Ukraine • September 17, 05:08 AM • 10732 views
Ukrzaliznytsia warned of train delays due to attacks on the railway

Due to systematic attacks by the Russian Federation, the railway is changing routes and evacuating passengers. Delays have occurred on routes to Warsaw, Dnipro, and Zaporizhzhia.

Society • September 13, 11:03 AM • 5782 views
Zelenskyy spoke of virtually continuous Russian strikes and criticized the world's responsePhoto

Since the beginning of the day, Russia has attacked cities and communities; strikes have been recorded in 10 regions. Zelenskyy called on partners to strengthen their response.

War in Ukraine • September 12, 12:18 PM • 22838 views
Trains to Sumy will no longer run; Ukrzaliznytsia will stop them in Konotop

The trains will temporarily stop in Konotop, and passengers will then be transported by buses. The decision is related to the intensification of attacks by the Russian Federation.

Society • September 12, 08:52 AM • 16281 views
Russia attacked Zaporizhzhia: 2 people killed, 4 more injuredPhotoVideo

Two people were killed and four more injured in Zaporizhzhia due to a Russian strike. A house was destroyed, and the fires have been extinguished.

War in Ukraine • September 12, 05:45 AM • 10987 views
Attack on Zaporizhzhia: a person was killed under the rubble of a buildingVideo

As a result of a drone attack on a private-sector area of Zaporizhzhia, at least one person was killed. At night, the Russians struck the city with an attack drone.

War in Ukraine • September 11, 11:27 PM • 19604 views
A Russian drone struck a private residential area in Zaporizhzhia: two people were pulled from the rubble

At night on September 12, a Russian drone struck a private residential area of Zaporizhzhia. Fires broke out, and there was destruction; two people have already been pulled from the rubble.

War in Ukraine • September 11, 10:30 PM • 3957 views
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Ukrzaliznytsia introduces restrictions on the Kharkiv–Izium connection: how to travel between the citiesPhoto

Starting September 10, a number of trains in the Kharkiv region were temporarily removed from the schedule. Ukrzaliznytsia stated that the connection with Izium had not been canceled.

Society • September 10, 12:21 PM • 18710 views
Russia's terror must not go unpunished — Zelenskyy on the strikes on Kyiv and Odesa region

In Kyiv, a drone struck a high-rise building, injuring people. In Odesa region, a strike on the "Starokozache" checkpoint claimed the lives of two people. The President emphasized the importance of inevitable punishment for Russia.

War in Ukraine • September 9, 07:39 AM • 5673 views
As a result of Russia’s attack on the Dnipro–Zaporizhzhia train, a train conductor was killed

The Russian strike on the Dnipro–Zaporizhzhia train claimed the life of a train conductor. She returned to the carriages after the evacuation was announced.

War in Ukraine • September 8, 11:45 AM • 3939 views
Russian occupiers attacked the Dnipro–Zaporizhzhia trainVideo

Russian forces attacked the Dnipro–Zaporizhzhia commuter train. There is currently no information about deaths or injuries.

War in Ukraine • September 8, 08:12 AM • 3520 views
Zelenskyy: Meetings on the supply of interceptors and the Freyja anti-ballistic system will take place today

The President announced new talks on the Freyja anti-ballistic system following the Russian night attack.

War in Ukraine • September 8, 07:08 AM • 9002 views
Night drone attack on Zaporizhzhia: shopping center catches firePhotoVideo

During the night of September 7, Russian drones attacked Zaporizhzhia, causing a fire in a shopping center. There were no casualties.

War in Ukraine • September 6, 11:12 PM • 46532 views
Russia launched 108 attack UAVs at Ukraine - air defense shot down 88 targetsPhoto

Russia launched 108 attack drones at Ukraine overnight. Air defense destroyed or suppressed 88 targets; hits were recorded at 11 locations.

War in Ukraine • September 6, 07:10 AM • 5940 views
Drone attack on Zaporizhzhia: number of injured rises to six

Six people were injured as a result of a drone raid on Zaporizhzhia. A Russian drone struck a residential building, while a fire broke out in another.

War in Ukraine • September 5, 10:05 PM • 7899 views
The enemy attacked Zaporizhzhia again: many people injured, fires broke outVideo

Russian drones struck residential buildings and an administrative building in Zaporizhzhia. At least three people were injured, and fires broke out.

War in Ukraine • September 5, 08:15 PM • 48078 views
russia continues to launch deadly strikes on Ukraine: three killed in the Kharkiv region, with people wounded in a number of regionsPhoto

Russian attacks in Chuhuiv claimed the lives of three people, while another was injured. Seven people were wounded in the Khmelnytskyi region, and at least 11 in the Zaporizhzhia region.

War in Ukraine • September 5, 06:42 PM • 5212 views
Russia attacked Ukraine with ballistic missiles and 167 drones - how many were shot down and where there were hitsPhotoVideo

Russia launched ballistic missiles and 167 drones; 128 unmanned aerial vehicles were shot down or suppressed. The Russian strikes resulted in fatalities.

War in Ukraine • September 5, 05:59 AM • 17626 views
ATB introduces limits, while "Silpo" does not: what is happening with food sales in Ukraine

ATB introduced limits on certain products due to purchases for resale, but assured that there is no shortage. There are no restrictions at "Silpo."

Society • August 28, 05:06 PM • 43943 views
Zelenskyy: The objective is one thousand drones for long-range strikes against Russia per day

Zelenskyy stated the goal of one thousand long-range drones per day. According to him, the strikes have already restricted the movement of vessels in Novorossiysk.

War in Ukraine • August 28, 04:50 PM • 6482 views
In Zaporizhzhia, the number of people injured in the Russian strike on a shopping center has risen to fivePhotoVideo

A Russian UAV struck a shopping center in Zaporizhzhia, injuring five people. The fire covering 14,000 sq. m was extinguished.

War in Ukraine • August 28, 11:29 AM • 4370 views