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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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Made business on trophy weapons: dealers from four regions of Ukraine were detained

SBU detained 4 criminals who tried to sell weapons taken from the combat zone. The weapons were hidden in household appliances and forest belts, and then sold.

Society • May 5, 02:35 PM • 11068 views
Shelling of Kharkiv region: one dead in Borova, wounded in Kupyansk, destruction of infrastructure

Russian troops shelled Kharkiv region, using KABs, UAVs and rockets. There are dead and wounded among civilians, houses, administrative buildings and educational institutions were damaged.

War in Ukraine • May 4, 07:54 AM • 5699 views
Walking around the city in a Third Reich uniform with a grenade in his hands: a "joker" was detained in Zaporizhia

A man was detained in Zaporizhzhia for walking around in the uniform of a Third Reich soldier with a grenade. During a search of his home, an arsenal of weapons was found, and he faces up to 7 years in prison.

Crimes and emergencies • May 4, 02:52 AM • 7659 views
In Zaporizhzhia, the number of injured in the Russian strike has risen to 33

As a result of the Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia on May 2, 33 people were injured, six of whom were hospitalized. Those wounded with mine-blast injuries are receiving the necessary assistance.

War in Ukraine • May 3, 07:41 AM • 4982 views
In Zaporizhzhia, the number of wounded due to the massive Russian attack has increased to 31, including two children

As a result of the Russian massive drone attack in Zaporizhzhia, the number of wounded has increased to 31, including two children. 7 victims are in city hospitals.

Society • May 2, 10:41 AM • 4251 views
Six people are in the hospital, two in serious condition after the Russian attack in Zaporizhzhia

The number of injured in Zaporizhzhia has risen to 30, with 6 remaining in the hospital, two of whom are in serious condition. Rescuers have completed their work, unblocking 3 people.

War in Ukraine • May 2, 08:00 AM • 4459 views
In Monaco, the son of the former president of "Motor Sich" company, Bohuslaiev, was detained on suspicion of laundering property

The son of former president of Motor Sich, Vyacheslav Bohuslayev, was detained on suspicion of laundering over $650 million. He allegedly laundered funds from the sale of the company's shares in France and Monaco.

Economy • May 2, 07:22 AM • 33074 views
In Zaporizhzhia, Russians massively attacked locomotive repair plant - Ukrzaliznytsia

Russian forces attacked a plant in Zaporizhzhia that repairs electric locomotives. Personnel were in shelters, no one was injured, but the plant sustained damage.

War in Ukraine • May 2, 05:19 AM • 4407 views
Attack on Zaporizhzhia and the region: the enemy launched 589 strikes on 16 settlements

As a result of the enemy's attack on Zaporizhzhia, the number of wounded has increased to 29. The occupiers launched 589 strikes on 16 settlements in the region, damaging many buildings.

War in Ukraine • May 2, 04:14 AM • 4613 views
Strike on Zaporizhzhia: the number of injured has increased to 28 people

The number of injured as a result of the enemy attack on Zaporizhzhia has increased to 28. The enemy damaged residential buildings, a university and an infrastructure facility.

War in Ukraine • May 2, 02:36 AM • 5550 views
Strike on Zaporizhzhia: a man who was considered dead turned out to be alive, the number of wounded has increased again

Preliminary information about the death of a man as a result of the strike on Zaporizhzhia was not confirmed. Rescuers unblocked the victim from under the rubble. The number of injured has increased to 14.

War in Ukraine • May 1, 10:02 PM • 4366 views
In Zaporizhzhia, rescuers pulled a man from under the rubble after the shelling, the number of injured has increased

In Zaporizhzhia, rescuers pulled a man from under the rubble. Medics are providing all necessary assistance. The number of injured has increased to eight.

War in Ukraine • May 1, 09:15 PM • 4842 views
The occupiers launched at least 10 strikes on Zaporizhzhia, there is one wounded - RMA

Russian troops launched at least 10 strikes on Zaporizhzhia, causing fires. According to preliminary information from the head of the OVA, there are victims, details are being clarified.

War in Ukraine • May 1, 07:40 PM • 4283 views
Massive drone attack on Zaporizhzhia: explosions are heard in different districts

The Russian army is attacking Zaporizhzhia with drones, as reported by the head of the Zaporizhzhia Regional Military Administration, Ivan Fedorov. Explosions are heard in different parts of the city, and air defense is working.

War in Ukraine • May 1, 07:19 PM • 11683 views
The number of mobile phone thefts in Ukraine decreased by a third in 2025

In the first quarter of 2025, Ukrainians lost 34% fewer phones than last year. Xiaomi, Samsung and iPhone are most often stolen, and most cases are in Kyiv.

Society • April 30, 07:55 AM • 9741 views
Zaporizhzhia region under massive attack: woman injured, hundreds of shellings

During the day, the occupiers launched 616 strikes on 15 settlements in the Zaporizhzhia region. A 68-year-old woman was injured, houses and infrastructure were damaged.

War in Ukraine • April 30, 04:11 AM • 5272 views
The situation on the Novopavlivka direction has significantly escalated: the enemy is rushing to the border of Dnipropetrovsk, Zaporizhzhia, and Donetsk regions - Voloshyn

The situation in the Novopavlivka direction has escalated, the enemy is rushing to the border of three regions. Russians have changed their tactics of shelling Kherson, hitting rescuers.

War in Ukraine • April 29, 02:21 PM • 9599 views
In April, the Russian Federation significantly intensified missile strikes on densely populated cities of Ukraine, the number of victims increased - UN mission

In April, Russia significantly intensified missile strikes on densely populated cities of Ukraine, leading to an increase in civilian casualties. A 46% increase in casualties has been recorded.

Society • April 25, 10:31 AM • 8410 views
Russian attacks on Ukraine: occupants killed and wounded over 30 Ukrainian children in 3 days

Russian troops have killed one child and wounded over 30 in shelling of Ukrainian cities in the past three days. Since the beginning of the war, more than 2,546 children have been affected.

Society • April 25, 10:16 AM • 9821 views
Seeing off 2025: how to commemorate the dead and what are the safety measures this year

April 27, 2025, marks the beginning of the Commemorative Week – a time to honor the deceased. Traditions, permissions, prohibitions, and safety measures in various regions of Ukraine during the Commemorative Days.

Society • April 25, 05:56 AM • 167325 views
Russians are changing tactics and resorting to massed assaults in the South - Voloshyn

The Russians are changing tactics, resorting to massive assaults in the southern direction. The Armed Forces of Ukraine repelled the most massive assault in the Zaporizhzhia direction, destroying a lot of enemy manpower and equipment.

War in Ukraine • April 23, 02:47 PM • 6178 views
Man wounded during the enemy strike on April 22 has died in Kharkiv

On April 23, a man who was wounded during the Russian shelling on April 22 died in a Kharkiv hospital. Doctors fought for his life, but were unable to save him.

War in Ukraine • April 23, 12:38 PM • 8285 views
In Zaporizhzhia, 42 people were injured as a result of the Russian strike, 14 are in the hospital, including children and a pregnant woman

As a result of the attack on Zaporizhzhia, 42 people were injured, 14 of them are in the hospital, including a pregnant woman and five children. Four patients are in serious condition, one in intensive care.

War in Ukraine • April 23, 08:00 AM • 7677 views
Ukrainian courts have made 1482 decisions regarding compensation for damages from the Russian Federation - Opendatabot

Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion, Ukrainian courts have made 1482 decisions on compensation for damages from the Russian Federation. The total amount of compensation amounted to UAH 913 billion since 2022.

War in Ukraine • April 23, 07:44 AM • 5781 views
67 out of 134 drones were shot down over Ukraine during the night attack by the Russian Federation

On the night of April 23, the Russian Federation attacked Ukraine with 134 drones. 67 "Shaheds" were shot down in the east, north, south and center, 47 UAVs were lost. 6 regions were affected.

War in Ukraine • April 23, 07:14 AM • 5390 views
As a result of the Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia, the number of victims has increased to 38 - OVA

As a result of the Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia, the number of victims has increased to 38, including 7 children. 13 people remain in hospitals, including five children.

War in Ukraine • April 22, 06:58 PM • 10808 views
Putin is ready to stop the war in Ukraine along the current front line – FT

Putin offered Trump to stop the invasion of Ukraine along the current front line. Russia also rejected some US proposals, including the military presence of NATO countries in Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • April 22, 06:45 PM • 7866 views
As a result of the attack on Zaporizhzhia, the number of victims has increased to 33 - OVA

As a result of the Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia, 33 people were injured and one died. 13 people are in the hospital, including 4 children and a pregnant woman.

War in Ukraine • April 22, 04:21 PM • 7095 views
russia today launched 77 drones at Ukraine: 38 were shot down, more than 30 were locationally lost

Today, russia attacked Ukraine with 77 drones. Ukrainian military shot down 38 Shahed, 31 drones were locationally lost. More than 130 guided aerial bombs were also launched.

War in Ukraine • April 22, 04:01 PM • 7838 views
The hottest is in the Pokrovsk direction: more than a third of the battles are there today

Since the beginning of the day, 85 combat clashes have taken place at the front, a third of them in the Pokrovsk direction. The enemy has also become more active in the Kursk and Lyman directions.

War in Ukraine • April 22, 02:52 PM • 6588 views