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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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Dust storm from the Caspian Sea moves to Ukraine, situation will remain preliminary until Friday - Ukrhydrometeorology Center

A dust storm from the Caspian lowland has reached eastern and central Ukraine. The deterioration in air quality will last until Friday, with less dust reaching Kyiv region on October 1-2.

Society • September 30, 08:28 AM • 17261 views
In Zaporizhzhia region 393 hostile attacks in 24 ours, 16 wounded

Occupants struck 393 times at 10 localities in Zaporizhzhia region over the last day. There were 26 air strikes, 170 UAV attacks, 18 MLRS attacks and 179 artillery attacks, and numerous objects were damaged.

War in Ukraine • September 30, 06:14 AM • 16562 views
President: Russia uses about a hundred guided aerial bombs against Ukraine every day

The President of Ukraine said that Russian terror using guided aerial bombs is a daily occurrence. Zelenskyy called on partners to provide Ukraine with more long-range weapons, air defense systems, and tougher sanctions against Russia.

War in Ukraine • September 29, 05:15 PM • 38971 views
General Staff: 68 combat engagements took place over the last day, occupants are actively attacking in the Pokrovske and Kurakhove sectors

Russian invaders continue to storm the positions of Ukrainian defenders. Today, about 20 localities were hit by artillery and mortar shelling.

War in Ukraine • September 29, 02:05 PM • 45956 views
Russians attacked a railway station in Sumy region with FPV drones: there are wounded

The enemy attacked a railway station in Sumy region with FPV drones. Two employees of Ukrzaliznytsia and a passenger were injured, an armored locomotive was damaged, and trains continue to run with a slight delay.

War in Ukraine • September 29, 01:11 PM • 24521 views
Train traffic resumed in Zaporizhzhia after enemy attacks

Ukrzaliznytsia has announced the resumption of train traffic to and from Zaporizhzhia-1 station after the enemy shelling. Trains are temporarily running under backup diesel locomotives, which may cause minor delays.

Society • September 29, 11:58 AM • 21732 views
Russia's attack on Zaporizhzhia: 16 people, including an 8-year-old girl, have already sought medical attention

As a result of an enemy attack on Zaporizhzhia, 16 people were injured, including an 8-year-old girl and a 17-year-old boy. Two women remain in hospital, and search and rescue operations at the site of the attack have been completed.

War in Ukraine • September 29, 10:42 AM • 20230 views
Search and rescue operations at the site of a Russian jet strike completed in Zaporizhzhia

Search and rescue operations have been completed in Zaporizhzhia. As a result of Russian air strikes, 14 people were injured.

Society • September 29, 10:31 AM • 20059 views
14 injured in Zaporizhzhia due to Russian attack

The number of people injured in Zaporizhzhia due to shelling has increased to 14. Two of the wounded remain in hospital, one woman is in serious condition, and two rescuers are also among the injured.

War in Ukraine • September 29, 09:50 AM • 19300 views
Zelenskyy: Russia attacked Ukraine with almost 900 air bombs, more than 300 “shaheds” and more than 40 missiles in a week

Zelenskyy reports large-scale attacks by Russia: almost 900 bombs, more than 300 drones and more than 40 missiles in a week. In Zaporizhzhia, an air strike injured 13 people and damaged residential buildings and infrastructure.

War in Ukraine • September 29, 09:28 AM • 20007 views
Number of casualties due to Russian strike on Zaporizhzhia increases to 11

As a result of the enemy attack on Zaporizhzhia, 11 people were injured, including an 83-year-old woman. A high-rise building was destroyed, residential buildings were damaged, and cars and garages caught fire.

War in Ukraine • September 29, 07:07 AM • 16415 views
Russia fired at a railway station in Zaporizhzhia. Ukrzaliznytsia announces changes in train traffic

Russians shelled Zaporizhzhia-1 station, damaging the station and a train. Ukrzaliznytsia changed its routes, rerouting trains to Zaporizhzhia-2 station and organizing a passenger transfer.

Society • September 29, 06:59 AM • 17181 views
Strike in Zaporizhzhia: a woman is rescued from the rubble of a high-rise building

Rescuers pulled a woman out of the rubble of a multi-storey building destroyed by a Russian strike in Zaporizhzhia. Russia has conducted more than 10 strikes on the city.

War in Ukraine • September 29, 06:19 AM • 17422 views
Russians struck more than 10 times in Zaporizhzhia: 6 wounded

6 people wounded in night attacks on Zaporizhzhia and a multi-storey building and private houses were destroyed. During the day, the occupiers carried out 345 attacks on 9 settlements of Zaporizhzhia region.

War in Ukraine • September 29, 06:11 AM • 19819 views
Train traffic in Zaporizhzhia is affected due to massive attack

Due to the morning massive attack on Zaporizhzhia, train traffic at the stations has been changed.

Society • September 29, 05:47 AM • 16762 views
Over 165 combat engagements took place in the frontline over the last day: more than a quarter of them in the Pokrovsk sector - General Staff

There were 165 combat engagements in the frontline over the last day, 39 of them in the Pokrovsk sector.

War in Ukraine • September 29, 05:40 AM • 17140 views
Invaders massively attack Zaporizhzhia: at least 5 wounded

Russian troops launched a massive attack on Zaporizhzhia, hitting a residential area. Preliminary reports of five wounded, fires and a partially destroyed apartment building.

Society • September 29, 04:14 AM • 53402 views
Ukrainian air defense destroyed 69 UAVs and 2 missiles overnight

On the night of September 28, 2024, Ukraine's air defense repelled a large-scale attack. 69 Shahed attack UAVs and 2 X-59/69 guided missiles were destroyed, and 13 regions of Ukraine were attacked.

War in Ukraine • September 28, 05:42 AM • 32395 views
Zaporizhzhia suffered 429 attacks: infrastructure and buildings damaged

The occupiers conducted 429 attacks in Zaporizhzhia region, including air strikes and drone attacks. Infrastructure and residential buildings in several settlements were damaged, with no civilian casualties.

War in Ukraine • September 28, 04:34 AM • 31391 views
The number of inclusive groups in kindergartens has increased more than 10 times over the past 7 years - MES

In Ukraine, there are currently 7,000 inclusive groups in kindergartens with more than 14,000 children with special needs. In 2017, there were only 600 such groups, according to the Ministry of Education and Science.

Society • September 27, 01:19 PM • 12251 views
Fedorov: 40 people were injured in Zaporizhzhia as a result of recent Russian attacks

As a result of Russian attacks on Zaporizhzhia region, 40 people were injured and 1 was killed. Destruction was recorded at 5 locations, at least 100 residential buildings were damaged, and the authorities are providing assistance to the victims.

War in Ukraine • September 27, 10:12 AM • 12515 views
Explosions occurred in Zaporizhzhia region

Explosions have been heard in Zaporizhzhia region, as reported by RMA Chairman Ivan Fedorov. Earlier, the Ukrainian Air Force warned of the threat of ballistic missile use in the region.

War in Ukraine • September 26, 09:32 PM • 19075 views
Nuclear blackmail and anxiety: what is happening before the Zelenskyy-Biden meeting and the presentation of the Victory Plan

The President of Ukraine prepares to present the Victory Plan in the United States. Russia intensifies nuclear threats and attacks on Ukrainian cities, and Western allies call for Ukraine to be allowed to strike at Russian territory.

War in Ukraine • September 26, 11:23 AM • 142400 views
Russia's night strike on Zaporizhzhya: number of casualties increased to 10

A Russian air strike on Zaporizhzhia resulted in 10 people being injured. An apartment building was damaged, 11 private residential buildings and one three-story residential building were destroyed.

War in Ukraine • September 26, 08:41 AM • 16423 views
Two injured in Kyiv as UAV wreckage falls - Interior Ministry

People in several regions of Ukraine were injured as a result of Russia's night attack on Ukraine. In Kyiv, a man was wounded by falling UAV debris, in Zaporizhzhia, eight people were wounded by air bombs, and in Kherson region, 2 people were injured.

War in Ukraine • September 26, 06:30 AM • 23152 views
8 injured due to Russian air strike on Zaporizhzhia: consequences shown

As a result of the Russian air strike on Zaporizhzhia, 8 people were injured, including 1 child. 11 private houses and one three-story building were destroyed, an apartment building was damaged, and 18 people were evacuated.

War in Ukraine • September 26, 05:36 AM • 15770 views
Night shelling in Zaporizhzhia: seven people wounded, including a teenager

Seven people, including a 14-year-old boy, were wounded in the night shelling of Zaporizhzhia. Enemy troops struck at a residential area and an industrial enterprise, causing significant damage to private homes.

Society • September 26, 03:40 AM • 30242 views
Explosion in Zaporizhzhia region: Ivan Fedorov, head of OVA, reported

An explosion occurred in Zaporizhzhia region, as reported by RMA Chairman Ivan Fedorov. Earlier, the Ukrainian Air Force warned of possible launches of the CAB by enemy tactical aircraft at Zaporizhzhia.

War in Ukraine • September 25, 07:59 PM • 31830 views
In Kyiv region, 21 IDP families received housing in a special Hansen Town - RMA

In the Kyiv region, 21 IDP families received keys to their new homes in Hansen Town. The unique residential complex, built by an American philanthropist, is designed for 421 families and has all the necessary infrastructure.

Society • September 25, 04:25 PM • 32757 views
Transport will be stopped in Zaporizhzhia region during the daily minute of silence

Pedestrians and vehicles will stop every day at 9:00 a. m. in Zaporizhzhia and the region during the minute of silence. This decision was made by the Zaporizhzhia Regional Defense Council to honor the memory of the victims.

Society • September 25, 03:45 PM • 19093 views