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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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Number of wounded in Russian strike on downtown Zaporizhzhia rises to 18 - Regional Military Administration

Russian drones attacked downtown Zaporizhzhia, killing two women. Eighteen people were injured, including six children and teenagers.

War in Ukraine • June 8, 03:37 PM • 4127 views
Two dead, many wounded following Russian drone strike on a residential area in Zaporizhzhia

Two people were killed due to a Russian drone strike on a residential area in Zaporizhzhia. The number of wounded has risen to 15 people; they are being provided with assistance.

War in Ukraine • June 8, 02:09 PM • 3640 views
In Zaporizhzhia, an enemy UAV hit an electric locomotivePhoto

In Zaporizhzhia, an enemy drone struck a Ukrzaliznytsia electric locomotive. The locomotive crew managed to evacuate to a shelter, so there were no casualties.

War in Ukraine • June 7, 12:18 PM • 4097 views
Two people killed and three injured in an airstrike in Zaporizhzhia regionPhoto

An airstrike in Zaporizhzhia region killed two people and injured three others. A UAV attack caused a fire at a gas station and injured a station employee.

Society • June 7, 11:18 AM • 4160 views
In Zaporizhzhia, a minibus driver was killed as a result of a Russian attack

A 56-year-old minibus driver was killed as a result of a Russian attack in Zaporizhzhia. One of the city's districts was left without power due to repeated strikes.

War in Ukraine • June 7, 07:36 AM • 3916 views
Night attack on Zaporizhzhia caused power outages and a fire

Due to enemy strikes on Sunday, one of the districts of Zaporizhzhia was left without electricity. A fire broke out at the site of a repeated hit; emergency services are working on the scene.

War in Ukraine • June 7, 03:00 AM • 8677 views
Near Zaporizhzhia, a Russian FPV drone hit a minibus, killing the 56-year-old driver

In the village of Kushuhum in the Zaporizhzhia region, a Russian FPV drone attacked a shuttle bus. As a result of the enemy strike, the 56-year-old driver of the vehicle was killed.

Society • June 6, 04:23 PM • 13648 views
Russian strike on a supermarket in Zaporizhzhia – a child and his father woundedPhoto

Russian troops hit the roof of a supermarket and a residential building in Zaporizhzhia. As a result of the attack, a 10-year-old boy and his father were hospitalized.

Society • June 6, 01:02 PM • 16423 views
Two young children among those injured in Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia; locomotive destroyedPhoto

As a result of the morning shelling of Zaporizhzhia, two men were killed and seven other people were injured. Houses were damaged and a railway locomotive was destroyed.

War in Ukraine • June 6, 11:21 AM • 4232 views
Russia struck Zaporizhzhia and the region - attacked industrial infrastructure, 8 injuredPhoto

As a result of attacks on an industrial facility and a residential area in Zaporizhzhia, eight people were injured. A high-rise building and eight vehicles were damaged.

Society • June 6, 06:58 AM • 4195 views
Night attack on Zaporizhzhia: critical infrastructure facility workers killed

The occupiers attacked Zaporizhzhia's industrial infrastructure with drones. Rescuers discovered the bodies of two employees who had been missing.

War in Ukraine • June 6, 03:54 AM • 23452 views
Russians strike gas station in Zaporizhzhia - two people injured

Russian troops shelled a gas station in the Kosmichnyi district of Zaporizhzhia. Preliminarily, two people were injured, one of whom has been hospitalized.

Society • June 5, 05:06 PM • 5662 views
Strike on Zaporizhzhia claims a woman's life, many woundedPhoto

A 44-year-old woman was killed as a result of a drone attack on a residential neighborhood in Zaporizhzhia. The number of wounded from the enemy shelling has risen to 11 people.

War in Ukraine • June 4, 08:59 PM • 18188 views
Enemy strikes high-rise building in Zaporizhzhia with drones: 10 woundedPhoto

On the evening of June 4, the enemy attacked a residential neighborhood in Zaporizhzhia with drones. As a result of a hit on a high-rise building, at least 10 people were wounded, and a fire broke out.

War in Ukraine • June 4, 08:31 PM • 5405 views
Ukraine expands list of young doctors eligible for UAH 200,000 in targeted employment assistance

The government has expanded the list of young doctors eligible to receive 200,000 hryvnias in assistance. Payments are available to specialists in territories of possible combat operations.

Society • June 4, 12:48 PM • 4162 views
130 injured, 22 dead, including two children: Zelenskyy on the consequences of the Russian attack

The Russian attack killed 22 people, including two children, and injured another 130. The enemy launched over 70 missiles and hundreds of drones at residential sectors.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 06:07 PM • 4113 views
In Kyiv, the number of casualties from the Russian attack has risen to 90

In Kyiv, following the shelling on June 2, 90 casualties and 6 deaths have been recorded. 52 wounded remain in hospitals, including two children.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 05:07 PM • 4939 views
SBU dismantles six large-scale weapons trafficking channelsPhoto

The SBU dismantled six channels for the sale of captured weapons, detaining military personnel and civilians. 130 grenade launchers and 20,000 rounds of ammunition were seized.

Society • June 2, 01:52 PM • 6832 views
During Russia's attack on Ukraine on June 2, Kyiv residents lacked space in the metro for shelter - ZelenskaPhoto

During the attack on June 2, Kyiv residents took cover in the overcrowded metro with tents. The enemy deployed 729 targets, causing casualties and significant destruction.

Society • June 2, 11:36 AM • 7551 views
Russia attacked Ukraine with 73 missiles and 656 drones: air defense results

Air defense shot down 40 missiles and 602 drones during a massive attack on Ukraine. The main strike targeted Kyiv, with hits recorded at 38 locations.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 05:41 AM • 4496 views
Russia is carrying out a combined attack: Kalibr missiles, ballistics, and dozens of drones launched at Ukraine

On the night of June 2, the Russian Federation attacked Ukraine with Kalibr missiles, ballistics, and drones. Kyiv, Sumy, Dnipropetrovsk, and other regions came under fire.

War in Ukraine • June 1, 11:04 PM • 35994 views
Russia attacked railway infrastructure in Zaporizhzhia – train driver killed, two employees wounded

The enemy attacked railway infrastructure and rolling stock in Zaporizhzhia. As a result of the strike, a train driver was killed, and two other railway workers were injured.

Society • May 30, 01:13 PM • 7614 views
Russia attacked Zaporizhzhia with drones: one person killed, another wounded - Regional Military Administration

A man was killed due to a drone attack on an industrial facility and a house in Zaporizhzhia. Another person was wounded, and fires broke out at the impact sites.

Society • May 30, 09:18 AM • 6604 views
Consequences of the Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia on May 30: one dead and new casualties reportedPhoto

One of the wounded died following the attack on Zaporizhzhia on May 30. The number of casualties has increased; a 24-year-old man sought medical assistance.

Society • May 30, 06:44 AM • 12070 views
Russians strike Zaporizhzhia industrial zone, critically injuring a man - Fedorov

On the morning of May 30, the occupiers struck the industrial infrastructure of Zaporizhzhia. As a result of the attack, a 40-year-old man sustained severe injuries and is currently in the hospital.

Society • May 30, 05:13 AM • 10137 views
Due to enemy shelling and bad weather, residents of seven regions of Ukraine are without power - Ministry of Energy

In seven regions of Ukraine, power outages have been recorded for some consumers as a result of shelling and bad weather. Power engineers are working around the clock, and no outage schedules are being applied today.

Society • May 29, 07:21 AM • 3256 views
More trains are being launched to popular locations for the summer season

Seven trains have been switched to a daily schedule, and an additional Kyiv — Chernivtsi service has been scheduled. The Sumy — Rakhiv route has been restored for summer travel.

Society • May 29, 07:01 AM • 7218 views
In Zaporizhzhia, a man was detained for killing a local resident and burying the body in a three-meter pit

In Zaporizhzhia, a tenant killed the homeowner over debts and buried the body in the yard. Police have detained the suspect, who faces up to 15 years in prison.

Society • May 29, 06:33 AM • 6739 views
Two women injured, high-rise buildings damaged in Zaporizhzhia following overnight Russian attackPhoto

Two women were injured due to an overnight Russian attack in Zaporizhzhia. In the Oleksandrivskyi district, four high-rise buildings and non-residential premises were damaged.

War in Ukraine • May 29, 04:05 AM • 3585 views
Russian strike on Zaporizhzhia injures 12 people, including an infant and police officersPhoto

As a result of a Geran UAV strike on Zaporizhzhia, the number of wounded has risen to 12 people. Among the victims are an infant and police officers; buildings were also damaged.

War in Ukraine • May 26, 01:06 PM • 2987 views