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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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UN Secretary General's reports are important documentary evidence of large-scale human rights violations by Russia - Foreign Ministry

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine welcomes the first annual report of the UN Secretary-General on human rights violations in the occupied territories. The report documents numerous cases of torture, violence and other violations by the Russian Federation.

War in Ukraine • October 3, 05:53 PM • 22542 views
Situation in Donetsk region, Kursk operation: Zelensky listens to Syrsky's report

The President of Ukraine discussed the situation on the frontline and the operation in Kursk region with the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 73 combat engagements were recorded at the frontline, with the majority of attacks taking place in the Kurakhove and Pokrovsk sectors.

War in Ukraine • October 3, 05:01 PM • 22813 views
More than 1160 cultural heritage sites have been damaged in Ukraine due to the aggression of

According to the Ministry of Culture, 1,169 cultural heritage sites have been damaged in Ukraine due to Russian aggression. Most of the damage was done in Kharkiv, Kherson, and Donetsk regions.

War in Ukraine • October 3, 02:20 PM • 21387 views
Russia starts conscription in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine - National Resistance Center

Conscription to the Russian army has started in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine and will last until the end of the year. The Kremlin plans to recruit at least 150,000 recruits, most of whom come from the occupied regions.

War in Ukraine • October 2, 11:20 AM • 16509 views
UN: Civilian casualties in Ukraine increased by 45% in summer compared to spring

According to the UN, 589 civilians were killed and 2,685 injured in Ukraine this summer. This is 45% more than in the spring due to intense fighting and attacks on cities.

Society • October 2, 07:59 AM • 14569 views
The most massive case of execution: the occupiers shot 16 Ukrainian prisoners of war in the Pokrovsk sector

In the Donetsk region, the Russian military executed 16 captured Ukrainian soldiers. The Office of the Prosecutor General has launched an investigation into this war crime for violating the laws and customs of war.

War in Ukraine • October 1, 05:38 PM • 24517 views
The number of victims of air strikes in Zaporizhzhia increased to 32

Russian troops struck 7 times in Zaporizhzhia. As of 19:00, there are 1 dead and 32 wounded, including 3 children. Multi-storey buildings, private houses and infrastructure were damaged.

War in Ukraine • October 1, 04:22 PM • 17950 views
Memorial sculpture “Heavenly Watch” unveiled in Kyiv's Heroes of the Border Guard Park

The Heavenly Watch memorial sculpture in honor of the fallen Heroes of the 10th Mobile Border Guard Detachment was unveiled in the Darnytsia district of Kyiv. The memorial was created in the new Heroes of the Border Guard Park with the support of patrons.

Society • October 1, 03:45 PM • 19142 views
The number of victims of air strikes in Zaporizhzhia increased to 25

Russian air strikes in Zaporizhzhia killed one person and injured 25. Rescuers have rescued two more people, and the search operations have been completed.

War in Ukraine • October 1, 03:33 PM • 16181 views
General Staff on the situation at the front: 74 combat engagements took place, occupants are active in four sectors

There were 74 combat engagements over the last day. The occupants are most active in the Pokrovske, Kurakhove, Kupyanske and Lyman directions, launching air strikes and artillery shelling at the border areas.

War in Ukraine • October 1, 02:24 PM • 18186 views
Search operations completed in Zaporizhzhia after Russian strikes: one killed, 18 wounded - SES

Russian air strikes in Zaporizhzhia killed one person and injured 18, including a 12-year-old child. The State Emergency Service has completed search and rescue operations and provided psychological assistance to 28 victims.

War in Ukraine • October 1, 01:23 PM • 14659 views
Russia's attack on Zaporizhzhia: 21 people sought medical care, a 12-year-old child among the wounded

A 12-year-old child was wounded in the Russian shelling of Zaporizhzhia, and 21 people sought medical assistance. One man died on the spot. The aftermath of the attack is being eliminated.

War in Ukraine • October 1, 11:02 AM • 12504 views
Russian strike in Zaporizhzhya: number of wounded increased to 9

One person was killed and nine were wounded in the hostile shelling of Zaporizhzhia. In Komunarsky district, high-rise buildings and private houses were damaged.

War in Ukraine • October 1, 10:28 AM • 12231 views
Russia's attack on Zaporizhzhia: one killed and 7 wounded

Russian troops conducted air strikes in Zaporizhzhia. A multi-storey building and private houses were damaged, and there are casualties. Rescue operations are underway, the number of victims is being clarified.

War in Ukraine • October 1, 10:21 AM • 14012 views
Russia's bombing strikes in Zaporizhzhia: the consequences are clear

Russian troops attacked Zaporizhzhia, having previously struck 6 times with anti-aircraft guns. The shelling killed one person and wounded six others. Infrastructure and residential areas were damaged.

War in Ukraine • October 1, 10:11 AM • 13759 views
KABs' hostile attack on Zaporizhzhia: the number of casualties has increased

Russians attacked Zaporizhzhia with KAB bombs. The number of casualties increased as a result of the enemy strike - six people were wounded and one person was killed.

War in Ukraine • October 1, 09:56 AM • 13300 views
Russia's strikes in Zaporizhzhia: one dead and damage to infrastructure

One person was killed and five were wounded in the hostile shelling of Zaporizhzhia. Multi-storey buildings, private houses and infrastructure facilities were damaged.

War in Ukraine • October 1, 09:44 AM • 12841 views
Russians have preliminarily struck 6 times in Zaporizhzhia: there are wounded

Russian troops attacked Zaporizhzhia, striking six times at residential areas and infrastructure. According to preliminary information, two people were wounded, and the damage is being verified.

War in Ukraine • October 1, 09:24 AM • 12813 views
Explosions occurred again in Zaporizhzhia

The head of Zaporizhzhya RMA Ivan Fedorov reported repeated explosions in Zaporizhzhya. Explosions were also heard in Zaporizhzhia region, details of the incident are being clarified.

War in Ukraine • October 1, 09:10 AM • 13441 views
Number of people willing to evacuate from Zaporizhzhia is not growing - RMA

The head of the Zaporizhzhia RMA said that the number of people wishing to evacuate from Zaporizhzhia is not increasing, despite the recent shelling. Evacuation trains carry an average of 15-17 people per day, as they have been doing for the past year.

Society • October 1, 06:35 AM • 16210 views
There were 159 combat engagements in the frontline: the situation was the most intense in the Pokrovsk sector - General Staff

There were 159 combat engagements in the frontline. The most intense fighting took place in the Pokrovske, Kupianske, Lyman and Kurakhove sectors, with the enemy launching missile and air strikes and using kamikaze drones.

War in Ukraine • September 30, 09:22 PM • 41871 views
“We will never accept it": G7 reaffirms it will never recognize Russia's annexation of part of Ukraine

On the anniversary of the illegal “referendums,” G7 ministers reaffirmed their non-recognition of Russia's annexation of Ukrainian regions. They called on Russia to withdraw its troops and promised to continue supporting Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • September 30, 06:04 PM • 47784 views
Voloshyn: Occupants are preparing for assault actions in Zaporizhzhia sector

In the vicinity of Pryiutne, the occupants are gathering personnel for assault operations. Offensive operations involving buggies and air strikes are conducted daily in the Orikhivsk sector.

War in Ukraine • September 30, 03:58 PM • 17067 views
Former head of Zaporizhzhia JCCC to be tried for involving military in repair of own real estate

The former head of the TCC of Zaporizhzhia region is accused of abuse of office. He engaged servicemen in repairing his own house instead of serving, illegally issuing orders for business trips.

War in Ukraine • September 30, 01:27 PM • 16064 views
Springboard for adaptation: where in Ukraine local authorities are actively helping IDPs living in modular towns

Where in Ukraine do local authorities actively help IDPs living in modular towns.

Society • September 30, 12:57 PM • 152157 views
Two women in serious condition after Russian strikes in Zaporizhzhia

Two women injured in yesterday's shelling of Zaporizhzhia are in the intensive care unit. In total, seven people remain in hospital after the shelling in September.

War in Ukraine • September 30, 11:58 AM • 14164 views
Some residents of Zaporizhzhia are considering leaving the city - RMA

The head of the Zaporizhzhia RMA said that many residents of Zaporizhzhia are thinking about evacuating because of the regular attacks. Over the past 24 hours, Russians have struck the region 393 times, wounding 16 people.

Society • September 30, 11:41 AM • 14199 views
Fedorov on the situation in Zaporizhzhia: seven people are still in hospitals after russian attacks

Seven people remain hospitalized after the shelling in Zaporizhzhia, two of them in serious condition.

War in Ukraine • September 30, 11:24 AM • 13852 views
To honor the memory of fallen soldiers: tomorrow, traffic will be temporarily stopped in the center of Kyiv

A nationwide minute of silence will be held on Khreshchatyk and Maidan Nezalezhnosti at 9:00 a. m. on Tuesday. Traffic in the center of Kyiv will be temporarily stopped for 10 minutes to honor the memory of the fallen heroes.

Society • September 30, 10:59 AM • 17905 views
Smoke is observed in Kyiv due to natural fires in the region - Ministry of Environment

Smoke is observed in Kyiv due to fires in the Kyiv region. A dust storm from the Caspian Sea lowlands is worsening air quality in Ukraine, and the situation will continue until Friday.

Society • September 30, 10:43 AM • 33433 views