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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 victims of hostile shelling in Zaporizhzhya increases to 22

As a result of the Russian shelling of Zaporizhzhia, 22 people were injured, including two children. Rescuers rescued 27 residents, two women remain in hospital in moderate condition.

War in Ukraine • September 23, 05:20 PM • 20364 views
Russian troops attack Zaporizhzhia: at least two people wounded

Russian troops attacked Zaporizhzhia. At least 2 hits were recorded, one of them on a critical infrastructure facility. Preliminary, 2 people were wounded.

Society • September 23, 03:48 PM • 32222 views
Zelenskyy visits Pennsylvania plant that produces shells for Ukraine: production will be increased

The President of Ukraine visited a plant in Pennsylvania that produces artillery shells for the Ukrainian military. Zelenskyy announced plans to increase production and expand cooperation between Pennsylvania and Zaporizhzhia.

War in Ukraine • September 23, 03:02 PM • 29432 views
Explosions occurred in Zaporizhzhia

Explosions have been reported in Zaporizhzhia and the region. Local authorities urge residents to stay in safe places. The Air Force warned of enemy aircraft activity in the Sea of Azov.

War in Ukraine • September 23, 02:10 PM • 16374 views
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Brovarska hromada became second home for thousands of IDPs from Luhansk Oblast - head of Svativska AH

After the occupation of Svatove, Brovary became the administrative center for its residents. The city has a powerful humanitarian hub that provides assistance to IDPs from Luhansk and other regions.

Society • September 23, 01:20 PM • 122091 views
Number of injured in Russian night attack in Zaporizhzhya increased to 21

Twenty-one people were injured in a nighttime Russian attack in Zaporizhzhia. Two women with mine-blast injuries remain in hospital, their condition is assessed as moderate.

War in Ukraine • September 23, 10:00 AM • 15193 views
17 people injured in russian airstrikes on Zaporizhzhia and its suburbs: the aftermath

As a result of enemy air strikes on Zaporizhzhia and its suburbs, 17 people were injured, including a 15-year-old boy. Multi-storey buildings were destroyed, private houses and cars were damaged.

War in Ukraine • September 23, 07:57 AM • 45776 views
16 injured as a result of Russian night attack on Zaporizhzhia

As a result of the nighttime Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia, 16 people were injured, four were hospitalized. 13 high-rise buildings, educational institutions, private property and infrastructure were damaged.

War in Ukraine • September 23, 05:31 AM • 15552 views
In Zaporizhzhia, the number of victims of night attacks increased to 13 people

As a result of night attacks in Zaporizhzhia, 13 people were injured. During the day, the occupiers carried out 363 attacks on 12 settlements in Zaporizhzhia region, including air strikes, UAV attacks and artillery shelling.

Society • September 23, 04:29 AM • 68885 views
Zaporizhzhya: number of victims of Russian air strikes increased to 9, including one child

A Russian strike in Zaporizhzhia injured 9 people, including one child. Rescuers evacuated residents, extinguished the fire and carried out emergency work.

Society • September 23, 12:16 AM • 59641 views
Number of people injured by Russian shelling in Zaporizhzhya increases to 6

The Russian shelling of Zaporizhzhia has injured 6 people. Rescuers and other services are dealing with the aftermath of the attack, and tents have been set up to help residents and a round-the-clock emergency center.

Society • September 22, 11:03 PM • 46824 views
Russians attacked Zaporizhzhia: 5 people were wounded

In the evening of September 22, Russians struck Zaporizhzhia 6 times, wounding 5 people. Buildings were partially destroyed, neighboring houses were damaged, and a fire broke out.

Society • September 22, 09:56 PM • 21010 views
Explosions occurred in Zaporizhzhia

On the evening of September 22, explosions occurred in Zaporizhzhia, as reported by RMA Chairman Ivan Fedorov.

Society • September 22, 08:31 PM • 20506 views
The policy of Russification of Ukrainians: MFA reacts to Russia's new “strategy of cultural state policy”

Russia has adopted a new “cultural policy strategy,” defining the occupied Ukrainian territories as “priority. ” The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry views this as a policy of Russification and is preparing evidence for international courts.

War in Ukraine • September 22, 07:09 PM • 31856 views
Energy situation: thousands of subscribers in 7 regions of Ukraine without electricity due to enemy strikes

Due to enemy shelling in Donetsk, Zaporizhzhya, Poltava, Sumy, Kharkiv, Kherson and Chernihiv regions, thousands of subscribers were left without electricity. Power engineers are working to restore electricity.

Society • September 22, 09:08 AM • 23292 views
Help for the military and doctors: 150 humanitarian missions carried out by “Nadiya” Charitable Foundation

The “Nadiya” Charitable Foundation has conducted 150 humanitarian missions to the frontline areas. The Foundation provides the military and medical personnel with modern equipment, including medical equipment and communications.

Business News • September 22, 07:43 AM • 20065 views
Terrorist country has struck 367 times in Zaporizhzhia region

The occupiers attacked 12 settlements in Zaporizhzhia region using aircraft, drones, MLRS and artillery. Eight cases of destruction were recorded, but there were no civilian casualties.

Society • September 22, 04:22 AM • 39203 views
The Russian Federation says it will not participate in the second “peace summit” proposed by Zelensky

Representatives of the Russian Federation will not participate in the “peace summit” on Ukraine, even if they are invited. Russia is ready to negotiate only with regard to the “situation on the ground” and its interests.

War in Ukraine • September 21, 06:01 PM • 42702 views
Large-scale forest fire in Donetsk region localized

An 800-hectare forest fire has been localized in the Liman region. 137 rescuers from 4 regions and 35 vehicles are involved in eliminating individual smoldering centers, and round-the-clock monitoring is underway.

Crimes and emergencies • September 21, 11:44 AM • 17374 views
Missile alert declared in three regions of Ukraine

A missile threat has been declared in Dnipropetrovs'k, Zaporizhzhia and Kherson regions.

War in Ukraine • September 20, 11:06 PM • 19005 views
New clothes worth almost a million hryvnias were found in a truck with humanitarian aid

At the Krakivets-Korchova checkpoint, customs officers found a truck with 6,600 new T-shirts that were not listed in the declaration. The cargo was being transported under the guise of humanitarian aid for a Lviv charity fund.

Crimes and emergencies • September 20, 06:42 PM • 18911 views
An explosion occurs in a hospital in Zaporizhzhia, a patient is injured

An explosion occurred in a ward of Zaporizhzhia city hospital, injuring a 41-year-old patient. According to preliminary data, an object exploded among the victim's belongings. Police are investigating the circumstances of the incident.

Crimes and emergencies • September 20, 12:50 PM • 12784 views
SBU detains demobilized conscript who started working for Russian military intelligence

In Zaporizhzhia, the SBU detained a 22-year-old demobilized conscript of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, recruited by Russian intelligence. He was collecting data on Ukrainian troops on the southern front to prepare enemy attacks.

War in Ukraine • September 20, 07:19 AM • 14674 views
Explosions occurred in Zaporizhzhia

Explosions were reported in Zaporizhzhia.

War in Ukraine • September 19, 09:06 PM • 19775 views
Next winter will be the most serious test for Ukraine, electricity shortage could reach 6 GW - International Energy Agency

The coming winter will be the most serious test for Ukraine due to Russian attacks on its energy infrastructure. The IEA predicts an electricity shortage of up to 6 GW and proposes measures to ensure energy security.

Society • September 19, 11:13 AM • 181941 views
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They came and asked for help with work - how the authorities in Kyiv region help IDPs with employment

The Brovary community in Kyiv region actively promotes the employment of internally displaced persons. Local authorities provide assistance with job search, housing and adaptation of displaced children in schools and kindergartens.

Society • September 19, 08:28 AM • 118921 views
Russian army attacked a power facility in Sumy region at night - Ukrenergo

At night, the enemy shelled a power facility in Sumy region, cutting off power to Sumy and part of the region. Electricity consumption decreased by 4.3%, but Ukrenergo calls for economical use in the evening.

Society • September 19, 08:12 AM • 18471 views
Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia region: three people injured, two women in hospital

Two women were wounded during a nighttime shelling of Zaporizhzhya district. The victims are in hospital in moderate condition, their lives are not in danger.

War in Ukraine • September 19, 06:52 AM • 13235 views
All 42 “Shaheds” and an X-59 missile launched by the enemy over Ukraine were shot down at night

On the night of September 19, Ukraine's air defense repelled a large-scale attack. All 42 launched Shahed drones and an X-59/69 guided missile were shot down. The enemy also launched S-300/S-400 missiles at Kharkiv region.

War in Ukraine • September 19, 05:31 AM • 21668 views
A woman died as a result of enemy bombardment in Zaporizhzhia region

Russian troops attacked Zaporizhzhia region, killing one woman and wounding two others.

War in Ukraine • September 19, 04:04 AM • 18106 views