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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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It happened at rush hour: Fedorov calls Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia the largest since the beginning of the invasion

A Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia on January 8 killed 13 people and wounded 123. The attack occurred during rush hour, damaging public transportation and 36 cars.

War in Ukraine • January 10, 08:30 AM • 23668 views
Number of victims of Russian strike on Zaporizhzhia increased to 122 - RMA

As a result of the Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia, 122 people were injured, including 1 child. The deaths of 13 people have also been confirmed.

War in Ukraine • January 9, 05:29 PM • 29507 views
Number of victims of Russian strike on Zaporizhzhia increased to 120 - RMA

In Zaporizhzhia, the number of people wounded in an enemy strike has risen to 120. Doctors are providing all necessary assistance to the victims, and a day of mourning has been declared in the region.

War in Ukraine • January 9, 03:50 PM • 29761 views
Occupiers have intensified mobilization in the occupied territories of Kherson and Zaporizhzhia regions - DIU

Russian occupiers have intensified forced conscription into their army in the temporarily occupied territories of Zaporizhzhia and Kherson regions.

Society • January 9, 12:11 PM • 23289 views
Complaints about violations of language legislation in 2024 decreased by more than a third

In 2024, the language ombudsman received 2,314 complaints about violations of language legislation, which is 37% less than last year. Most violations concerned the lack of a Ukrainian version of websites and services.

Society • January 9, 11:24 AM • 22060 views
Fedorov on the Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia: 30 people are under medical supervision

As a result of the Russian attack in Zaporizhzhia, 60 people were hospitalized, 10 of them in serious condition. Another 30 people are under medical supervision, and one 13-year-old child was treated and released home.

Society • January 9, 08:52 AM • 40973 views
Today is a day of mourning for the victims of the Russian attack in Zaporizhzhia region

A day of mourning is declared in Zaporizhzhia region for the 13 people killed in the Russian attack. The air strike also injured 113 people.

Society • January 9, 07:32 AM • 24393 views
Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia on January 8: 13 people killed, number of wounded rises to 113

As a result of the Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia, 13 people were killed and 113 people were wounded, 10 of them in serious condition. A 13-year-old child is among the injured, and 59 people are hospitalized.

War in Ukraine • January 9, 06:04 AM • 24187 views
Zelenskyy on the attack on Zaporizhzhia: we must force Russia to peace

A Russian strike on Zaporizhzhia killed 13 people. The President called for increased pressure on Russia and the unity of partners to protect lives.

War in Ukraine • January 8, 08:34 PM • 39875 views
Russia's strike in Zaporizhzhia: the National Police reported 63 victims

As a result of the Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia, 63 people were injured and 13 people were killed. Police rescued 5 people, and a day of mourning has been declared in the city tomorrow.

War in Ukraine • January 8, 07:30 PM • 24599 views
The number of victims has increased to 33: search and rescue operations in Zaporizhzhia have been completed

After two strikes by the FAB-500 on Zaporizhzhia, 13 people were killed and 33 injured. Search and rescue operations have been completed, and the police have rescued 5 people.

War in Ukraine • January 8, 07:11 PM • 23161 views
Zaporizhzhia: occupants attacked frontline Stepnohirsk, four people are trapped under rubble

As a result of five enemy strikes on Stepnohirsk, Zaporizhzhya region, the village council building and a residential building were damaged. Four people were trapped in the rubble, two were rescued, and the search for the others continues.

War in Ukraine • January 8, 06:30 PM • 21143 views
Russian strike on Zaporizhzhya: number of wounded increased to 32

A Russian attack with guided aerial bombs in Zaporizhzhia killed 13 people and wounded 32. Twenty-eight vehicles were damaged, including a 13-year-old girl.

War in Ukraine • January 8, 05:56 PM • 23290 views
Russia's strike on Zaporizhzhia: a 13-year-old girl is among the victims

As a result of the enemy attack on Zaporizhzhia, 13 people were killed, including a 13-year-old girl in moderate condition. Rescuers are working at the scene, clearing the rubble and searching for people.

War in Ukraine • January 8, 04:30 PM • 31282 views
Zelensky shows the consequences of Russia's strike on Zaporizhzhia: the number of victims may increase

Russian troops conducted an air strike in Zaporizhzhia, killing 13 people. Dozens of wounded were taken to hospitals, and the number of victims may increase.

War in Ukraine • January 8, 04:07 PM • 26680 views
Number of casualties in Russian strike on Zaporizhzhia rises to 13 - RMA

As a result of an enemy strike by two UAVs on a residential area in Zaporizhzhia, 13 people were killed and 18 others were wounded. Four of the victims are in serious condition, the rescue operation is ongoing, and a day of mourning has been declared for January 9.

War in Ukraine • January 8, 03:47 PM • 27551 views
A large-scale Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia: 30 injured taken to hospitals

As a result of the Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia, 30 people were taken to hospitals. Seven medical teams, rescuers and police are working at the scene, and one person has died.

War in Ukraine • January 8, 02:55 PM • 23306 views
The number of victims of the Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia increased to 6

One person was killed and six wounded in a Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia.

War in Ukraine • January 8, 02:32 PM • 19407 views
Repeated explosions occur in Zaporizhzhia after report of ballistic threat

Repeated explosions were reported in Zaporizhzhia region after the Ukrainian Air Force warned of a ballistic missile threat. Earlier, a strike on Zaporizhzhia's industrial infrastructure killed one person and wounded three others.

War in Ukraine • January 8, 02:21 PM • 20384 views
Russian strike in Zaporizhzhia: one person killed, three others wounded

One person was killed and three were wounded in an enemy attack on Zaporizhzhia. The attack targeted the city's industrial infrastructure.

War in Ukraine • January 8, 02:03 PM • 19215 views
Russian army attacks Zaporizhzhia's industrial infrastructure - RMA

An enemy attack on industrial infrastructure was recorded in Zaporizhzhia. RMA Chairman Fedorov urged residents to stay in shelters until the air raid warning goes off.

War in Ukraine • January 8, 01:53 PM • 19574 views
Explosions occurred in Zaporizhzhia after warning of enemy CAB in the area

Explosions occurred in Zaporizhzhia region after the Ukrainian Air Force warned of a terrorist attack in the direction of the regional center. An air alert was declared in the region.

War in Ukraine • January 8, 01:48 PM • 18536 views
Russian Federation struck more than 400 times in Zaporizhzhia region in 24 hours: what is known

The occupiers attacked 12 settlements in Zaporizhzhia region using aircraft, drones and MLRS. 426 strikes were recorded, infrastructure and residential buildings were damaged.

Society • January 8, 05:08 AM • 25415 views
Occupants sent more than 6000 Ukrainian children to “recreational” camps with military training - Fedorov

Over the past year, more than 6,000 schoolchildren from the temporarily occupied territories have been sent to military training camps under the guise of recreational activities. The terrorist country plans to fully cover children with propaganda by 2025.

Society • January 7, 09:59 PM • 23011 views
In 2024, Ukrzaliznytsia evacuated more than 30 thousand Ukrainians

More than 30,000 Ukrainians were evacuated by Ukrzaliznytsia from the frontline regions in 2024. The evacuees include people with disabilities, the elderly, and families with children.

Society • January 7, 03:51 PM • 22932 views
380 attacks per day: occupants attacked 12 settlements in Zaporizhzhia

Russian troops conducted 380 attacks on 12 settlements in Zaporizhzhia region, using aircraft, drones and artillery. Eight facilities were damaged, with no civilian casualties.

Society • January 7, 05:12 AM • 28681 views
Missile threat announced: three regions of Ukraine under attack

A missile threat has been announced in Dnipropetrovs'k, Donetsk and Zaporizhzhya regions. The Ukrainian Air Force urges people to take shelter.

Announcements • January 7, 01:19 AM • 94054 views
Zelensky: Russians lost more than 38 thousand troops in Kursk region

According to Zelenskyy, Russia has lost more than 38,000 troops in the Kursk sector, 15,000 of them irretrievably. The enemy has deployed significant forces in this area, including North Korean soldiers.

War in Ukraine • January 6, 06:34 PM • 23827 views
Occupants attacked Zaporizhzhia region 542 times: which settlements are under attack

Over the last day, enemy troops carried out 542 attacks on 12 localities in Zaporizhzhia region. The attacks included 13 air strikes, 353 drone attacks, 14 MLRS attacks and 162 artillery attacks.

War in Ukraine • January 6, 05:17 AM • 26598 views
Occupants launch “register of controlled persons” for Ukrainians without Russian passports

Starting February 5, a new register for Ukrainians without Russian passports will be launched in the TOT. They will be prohibited from using banks, registering real estate, and driving vehicles without obtaining Russian documents.

Society • January 5, 03:13 PM • 38526 views