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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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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 • 11705 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 • 9754 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 • 5278 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 • 9616 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 • 8450 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 • 9936 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 • 167372 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 • 6188 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 • 8322 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 • 7689 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 • 5806 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 • 5408 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 • 10818 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 • 7906 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 • 7108 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 • 7865 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 • 6635 views
Russia has chosen the path of terror: Lubinets reacts to the strikes on Ukrainian cities on April 22nd

Russians shelled residential buildings, a hospital, and educational institutions in Kharkiv, Zaporizhzhia, Odesa, and Kherson. Ombudsman Lubinets called on the world not to turn a blind eye to the crimes of the Russian Federation.

War in Ukraine • April 22, 01:39 PM • 2855 views
The offer to cease fire on civilian objects remains in effect, Russia's willingness is needed: Zelenskyy on the strikes on Kharkiv and Zaporizhzhia

Ukraine proposes to extend the silence after Easter and cease fire on civilian objects, but Russia's willingness to talk is needed. Rescue operations are underway in Kharkiv and Zaporizhzhia after Russian strikes.

War in Ukraine • April 22, 01:30 PM • 4647 views
Due to the Russian strike on Zaporizhzhia, there are already 26 victims: the consequences have been shown

As a result of the Russian air strike on Zaporizhzhia on April 22, 26 people were injured, including four children, who were hospitalized. A multi-storey building and infrastructure were damaged, one woman died.

War in Ukraine • April 22, 01:30 PM • 4843 views
Number of victims of the Russian attack in Zaporizhzhia has increased: there are already 4 injured children

As a result of the Russian air strike on Zaporizhzhia, 23 people were injured, including four children aged 3 to 16. One person died, and work is underway to eliminate the consequences of the attack.

War in Ukraine • April 22, 11:49 AM • 4737 views
Russian strike on Zaporizhzhia: one person died, 22 injured, including three children

As a result of the enemy strike on Zaporizhzhia, the number of victims has increased to 22, including three children. All the injured have been hospitalized and are receiving the necessary assistance.

War in Ukraine • April 22, 11:05 AM • 10061 views
In Zaporizhzhia, there are already 15 injured after the Russian attack

As a result of the Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia, the number of injured has increased to 15. Six people received assistance on the spot, the rest were taken to the hospital after the strike on the multi-story building.

War in Ukraine • April 22, 10:33 AM • 6214 views
Two children were injured as a result of a Russian attack in Zaporizhzhia

As a result of the Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia, two children were injured. A 14-year-old boy is in serious condition, and a 4-year-old is in moderate condition.

War in Ukraine • April 22, 10:00 AM • 5937 views
The Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia claimed the life of a person

As a result of the Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia, a 69-year-old woman died. Doctors tried to resuscitate her, but, unfortunately, they could not save her.

War in Ukraine • April 22, 09:20 AM • 5011 views
In Zaporizhzhia, Russians struck a residential high-rise building, two people are reported injured

Two people were injured in an enemy attack on Zaporizhzhia. The Russians struck a residential high-rise building, and the victims are being taken to the hospital.

War in Ukraine • April 22, 09:17 AM • 6068 views
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 • 5846 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 • 6409 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 • 8593 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 • 4501 views