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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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The man was sold a ticket in the women's compartment: the conductor stood on the side of the passenger

In the women's compartment of the Zaporozhye-Yasinya train, a ticket was sold to a man who was supported by the conductor. After the complaint of passengers to the hotline, the man was taken out of the car, Ukrzaliznytsia is investigating the incident.

Society • August 5, 10:08 PM • 20873 views
Own business: why Ukrainian women have become more likely to register as sole proprietors, what areas of activity they choose, and how local authorities help

In 2023, more than 150 thousand Ukrainian women registered as fops. Brovary became a center for the development of women's entrepreneurship, where more than 170 women expressed a desire to start their own business.

Society • August 5, 01:58 PM • 236566 views
SBU uncovers large-scale FSB agent network in 6 regions

The SBU detained 9 Russian agents who were collecting intelligence for missile strikes on Ukraine. The detainees include officials, managers and a student who operated in different regions of the country.

War in Ukraine • August 5, 07:21 AM • 43285 views
Bad weather cut power to more than 13 thousand consumers in four regions

Due to weather conditions, consumers in Kyiv, Sumy, Chernihiv and Zaporizhzhya regions lost power. Power engineers are working to restore power supply to the affected communities.

Society • August 4, 11:03 AM • 45130 views
Ministry of Energy: no power outages planned, 96 settlements cut off due to bad weather

Today, there will be no scheduled power outages, but 96 settlements in 4 regions are without power due to the weather. The Ministry of Energy urges people to use electricity sparingly, especially during peak hours.

Society • August 4, 08:05 AM • 47888 views
Air defense destroyed 5 attack UAVs during an air battle

The Ukrainian Air Force destroyed 5 Shahed-131/136 drones in four regions.

War in Ukraine • August 4, 04:11 AM • 34667 views
British intelligence analyzes losses of Russian troops in the war

Average daily losses of Russian troops in Ukraine have decreased from 1,262 to 1,140 over the past two months. However, the last three months have become the 'most expensive' for Russian forces since the beginning of the full-scale invasion.

War in Ukraine • August 3, 11:56 AM • 31737 views
Ukrainian Air Force reports air defense against enemy drone in Zaporizhzhia region

The Air Force of the Ukrainian Armed Forces reported successful air defense against an enemy UAV in Zaporizhzhia region. An air alert was declared in the region and several other areas.

War in Ukraine • August 3, 10:05 AM • 109681 views
General Staff: 123 combat engagements took place in the frontline, most attacks were repelled in the Pokrovsk sector

There were 123 combat engagements in the frontline over the last day. Most attacks (36) were repelled in the Pokrovsk sector. The Ukrainian Armed Forces continue to inflict losses in manpower and equipment, including in the deep rear.

War in Ukraine • August 3, 06:23 AM • 26195 views
Detainee of pre-trial detention center stole money from the card of an AFU soldier: he was served a notice of suspicion

The offender, while in custody in a Kyiv pre-trial detention center, illegally withdrew funds from the card of an Armed Forces serviceman. The man posed as a bank employee, obtained the card details and stole over UAH 21 thousand via Internet banking.

Crimes and emergencies • August 2, 01:15 PM • 16691 views
Bodies of 250 fallen defenders returned to Ukraine

Ukraine has repatriated the bodies of 250 fallen defenders from different frontline areas and the occupied territories. The bodies will be identified and handed over to the families for a decent burial in accordance with the Geneva Conventions.

War in Ukraine • August 2, 09:09 AM • 29563 views
Reconstruction of Okhmatdyt: a little-known, overpriced company chosen as the contractor to rebuild the hospital for UAH 307 million

Bud-Technology LLC won the tender to repair the damaged building of Okhmatdyt for UAH 307 million. The choice was questionable, as there were much cheaper offers from other participants.

Society • August 1, 02:41 PM • 17005 views
Young man was placed in hospital after deadly stabbing in student dormitory: prosecutors requested compulsory medical measures

In Uman, a 19-year-old student is suspected of fatally stabbing his peer in a dormitory on the grounds of jealousy. The attacker also wounded a fellow student who tried to stop him. The court was asked to consider compulsory medical measures.

Crimes and emergencies • August 1, 01:38 PM • 29158 views
A powerful drug trafficking group, which operated with the assistance of a police officer, was exposed: 14 detained

Law enforcement officers exposed a criminal organization that manufactured and sold drugs on a large scale. 14 people were detained, including the organizer.

Crimes and emergencies • August 1, 11:37 AM • 14147 views
Traffic will be temporarily blocked in Zaporizhzhia due to DniproHES

The Patrol Police of Zaporizhzhia region has announced a temporary traffic blockade across the Dnipro hydroelectric dam on August 3 and 4 from 8:00 to 17:00. The detour will be carried out via the Arch Bridge of Khortytsia Island and a number of bridges.

Society • August 1, 07:55 AM • 15081 views
Explosions occurred in Zaporizhzhia

Explosions were reported in Zaporizhzhia during the air alert. The Air Force has warned of the threat of ballistic missile attacks in the areas under alert.

Society • July 31, 08:42 PM • 103354 views
Explosions occurred in Dnipro

Explosions are heard in Dnipro, and an air alert is issued. The Air Force warns of the threat of ballistic missile attacks in 10 regions of Ukraine, including Dnipro.

Society • July 31, 08:35 PM • 93971 views
Property of former Motor Sich CEO Boguslaev and former top manager of the company is transferred to the state

The property of former Motor Sich president Vyacheslav Boguslaev and top manager Petro Kononenko was transferred to the SPFU. Shares in companies, real estate and cash worth over UAH 600 million were recovered.

Politics • July 31, 03:57 PM • 31751 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces stopped 12 enemy attempts to break through the defense near Chasovyi Yar, fighting in Kharkiv region took place in the areas of Tykhyi and Vovchansk

There were 144 combat engagements in the frontline. The Ukrainian Armed Forces repelled 48 attacks in the Pokrovsk sector and stopped 12 attempts to break through near Chasovyi Yar. In Kharkiv region, fighting took place in the areas of Tykhy and Vovchansk.

War in Ukraine • July 31, 05:41 AM • 28453 views
37 border violators have already drowned in the Tisza, and 5 more men have been detained near the river in two days - border guards

Five men were detained on the border with Romania who were trying to illegally cross the Tisza River. Two of them paid $7500 to the organizers, while the others planned the crossing on their own.

Society • July 30, 10:53 AM • 20637 views
Donation of 5 million, collectible merchandise and profit from the store - Aurora Multimarket supported the ATLAS UNITED 2024 festival

The festival's total revenue reached UAH 100 million.

Business News • July 30, 07:00 AM • 108849 views
A pavilion and two trucks burned down at a market in Zaporizhzhia

A fire broke out at a market in Zaporizhzhia, engulfing a metal pavilion and two trucks. Thanks to the quick actions of the rescuers, the fire was extinguished, and there were no casualties.

Society • July 30, 02:07 AM • 26512 views
An expert on the bite of the caracurta: first of all, people who do not seek medical help die

The bite of a caracurta can be fatal for people with allergies and chronic diseases. The expert advises to seek immediate medical attention and explains the problems with the availability of an antidote in Ukraine.

Health • July 29, 10:07 AM • 17597 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces record 129 combat engagements over the last day - General Staff

Over the past day, 129 combat engagements were registered. The enemy launched 2 missile and 74 air strikes, making 4,883 attacks. Ukrainian forces repelled numerous attacks in different directions.

War in Ukraine • July 28, 06:18 AM • 39375 views
Police extinguish burning Mercedes truck in Zaporizhzhia

Zaporizhzhia patrol police extinguished a Mercedes Benz Atego truck that was smoking. Using a fire extinguisher and water, they extinguished the fire without causing any injuries.

Society • July 28, 01:07 AM • 25795 views
Over the weekend in Ukraine it will be cloudy with rains, temperature up to +34°

Cloudy weather with possible rains is expected in Ukraine over the weekend. The temperature will range from +25° to +34°, with a gradual increase. Forecasters warn of a high fire hazard.

Agronomy news • July 27, 04:54 AM • 49477 views
Ukraine eases schedules of power outages by regions

Ukrenergo has reduced the scope of electricity consumption restrictions in different regions of Ukraine. We have shortened the outage schedules, reduced the number of queues and the duration of outages in many regions.

Society • July 26, 09:59 AM • 31392 views
In the frontline, 147 combat engagements took place over the last day, the most intense in the Pokrovsk sector

Over the last day, 147 combat engagements were registered, the most active in the Pokrovsk sector. The enemy carried out 90 air strikes and fired over 4,900 times.

War in Ukraine • July 26, 05:40 AM • 30833 views
Ukrainian defense forces continue to perform tasks in the positions they occupied near Krynky

Ukrainian troops are holding positions near Krynky on the left bank of the Dnipro River. Over the past day, there were 7 combat engagements, and enemy equipment was destroyed in the area of Kozachy Lager.

War in Ukraine • July 25, 09:24 AM • 28567 views
General Staff: the enemy tried to break through the defense 32 times in the areas of Krasnohorivka, Kostiantynivka and Paraskoviivka

In the last day, 149 combat engagements were registered. The most intense fighting was in the Pokrovske and Kurakhove sectors, where the enemy tried to break through the defense 32 times in the areas of Krasnohorivka, Kostiantynivka and Paraskoviivka.

War in Ukraine • July 25, 05:40 AM • 35022 views