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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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Russia attacked Zaporizhzhia, casualties reportedPhoto

As a result of the shelling of Zaporizhzhia, two women and a man were wounded. The blast wave damaged a non-residential building and vehicles; the cleanup of the aftermath is ongoing.

War in Ukraine • May 26, 10:00 AM • 3247 views
Ukrainian ministers shared stories of their first vyshyvankas and the secrets of their originsPhoto

The Ministry of Culture collected stories from government officials about their first embroidered shirts. Ministers spoke about family heirlooms, gifts from dissidents, and wedding traditions.

Society • May 21, 07:21 PM • 4877 views
In May, the SBS already struck 20 elements of Russian air defense, including S-300V and "Tor" systemsVideo

The Unmanned Systems Forces struck 20 elements of the enemy's air defense, including S-300V and Tor SAM systems. Command posts, Uragan MLRS, and logistics facilities were destroyed in various directions.

War in Ukraine • May 21, 11:34 AM • 3703 views
Morning attack on Zaporizhzhia: house destroyed in Vilniansk, four people injured, including children

In the early hours of May 20, the enemy attacked Vilniansk, destroying a private house. Four people were injured, including children aged 2 and 12.

War in Ukraine • May 20, 03:41 AM • 24937 views
In Zaporizhzhia, a mother was sentenced to 9 years in prison for selling her son into begging

In Zaporizhzhia, a 59-year-old woman was sentenced to 9 years behind bars for selling her 12-year-old son. She handed the child over for begging in exchange for 600 hryvnias per day.

Society • May 19, 07:50 AM • 3445 views
Russian troops suffer massive losses during the assault on Stepnohirsk - BudanovVideo

The "Artan" special unit drove the occupiers out of fortified positions in Stepnohirsk. Budanov reported heavy enemy losses and thanked the Defense Forces of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 05:28 PM • 3914 views
Denys Pyatygorets may replace the late Stepan Kubiv in the Verkhovna Rada

Instead of the late Stepan Kubiv, Denys Pyatygorets from "European Solidarity" may enter the Rada. He previously served as the deputy head of the Volyn Regional State Administration.

Society • May 18, 11:28 AM • 4463 views
Power outages reported in five regions due to enemy strikes; repair crew comes under fire in Donetsk region – Ministry of Energy

Shelling caused power outages in five regions, while a drone attacked energy workers in the Donetsk region. Severe weather has left over 40 additional settlements across the country without electricity.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 07:48 AM • 3508 views
Ukraine changes train routes following overnight Russian attack – what you need to know

Due to the shelling of the Dnipropetrovsk region, the railway has adjusted train schedules and routes. Passengers will be transported with transfers to ensure safety and timely travel.

Society • May 18, 07:20 AM • 4637 views
Russia attacked Ukraine with ballistics; 503 out of 524 drones and 4 out of 22 missiles neutralized

Air defense shot down 4 missiles and 503 drones during the night attack on Ukraine. Hits by 18 missiles and 16 drones were recorded in several regions.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 05:59 AM • 4112 views
Two people injured in Zaporizhzhia district following Russian drone attack

On Sunday evening, the occupiers attacked the Zaporizhzhia district with drones. Two people were injured, and a passenger car was damaged on the outskirts of the city.

War in Ukraine • May 17, 09:16 PM • 3824 views
In the Zaporizhzhia district, a Russian drone hit a gas station, a woman was injured, and a fire broke out

At night, a Russian drone hit a gas station in the Zaporizhzhia district. As a result of the attack, a 25-year-old woman was injured and a fire broke out.

War in Ukraine • May 16, 09:46 PM • 4049 views
In Zaporizhzhia, 25 houses were damaged and two destroyed following a Russian attack

In Zaporizhzhia, damage to 25 houses and the destruction of two homes were recorded after the attack. An apartment also burned down; priority repair work is ongoing.

Society • May 16, 04:50 AM • 5860 views
Occupiers attacked Zaporizhzhia, destruction and injuries reported - RMA

The Russian army attacked an industrial facility and the private sector of Zaporizhzhia. As a result of the shelling, two people were injured, and residential buildings were damaged.

War in Ukraine • May 15, 03:27 PM • 3472 views
Head of a community in Zaporizhzhia region suspected in land scheme involving 11 hectares worth 6.5 million UAHPhoto

The head of a community in Zaporizhzhia region misappropriated 11 hectares of land through relatives and proxies. The losses from the implementation of the scheme amount to over 6.5 million hryvnias.

Society • May 15, 12:36 PM • 2919 views
Russians attacked Zaporizhzhia and Vilniansk, there is a fatality and several woundedPhoto

In Zaporizhzhia, one person was killed and three others were injured due to a UAV attack. In Vilniansk, an enemy drone injured a man during a strike on infrastructure.

War in Ukraine • May 15, 10:47 AM • 2716 views
Russians attacked a railway station in Zaporizhzhia region, passengers wounded

The enemy attacked the Vilniansk railway station in the Zaporizhzhia region. Two passengers were injured; work is underway to restore train traffic.

War in Ukraine • May 15, 05:42 AM • 3543 views
Mriya.Preschool pilot launches in Ukraine, with 40 kindergartens participating

The Mriya. Preschool pilot is launching in 40 institutions to digitalize reporting and planning. Parents will receive notifications about their child's day at the kindergarten.

Technologies • May 14, 05:43 PM • 3578 views
Preparing strikes on Kyiv and Zaporizhzhia: SBU detains two Russian agentsPhoto

The SBU detained two FSB agents who were spying on air defense systems and AFU equipment. The suspects are in custody and face life imprisonment.

Society • May 14, 02:28 PM • 4545 views
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The Russian Federation again demands the surrender of Kherson, Zaporizhzhia, and Donbas — why the Kremlin has resorted to ultimatums

The Kremlin's demands for the withdrawal of the Armed Forces of Ukraine from four regions are a form of tactical pressure on the US. A stable front and strikes deep into the Russian Federation remain Kyiv's main trump cards, says expert Volodymyr Fesenko.

War in Ukraine • May 14, 12:02 PM • 40094 views
Seven regions partially without power due to Russian attacks and bad weather; fire extinguished in the Chernobyl zone

Due to shelling and severe weather, consumers in seven regions of Ukraine have been de-energized. A fire was extinguished in the Chernobyl zone; the radiation background remains within normal limits.

Society • May 13, 07:15 AM • 6112 views
Rector of a Zaporizhzhia university to face trial for draft evasion scheme involving 'postgraduate students' worth 50 million - Prosecutor GeneralPhoto

The scheme generated 50 million through the fictitious education of 3,000 postgraduate students. The case against nine participants in the scheme has already been sent to court.

Crimes and emergencies • May 11, 06:19 AM • 27769 views
208 combat engagements occurred at the front on May 7 - General Staff of the AFUPhoto

208 combat engagements took place over the past day; the enemy lost 1,130 personnel. The Defense Forces struck six command posts and 91 artillery systems.

War in Ukraine • May 8, 06:20 AM • 4914 views
Four people, including a teenager, injured in Zaporizhzhia following a Russian strike

A Russian drone attack in Zaporizhzhia has injured four people, including a teenager. Vehicles were damaged in the city, and victims are receiving medical assistance.

Society • May 7, 05:37 PM • 9018 views
Russians attacked a shuttle bus with a drone in Zaporizhzhia region - a woman was wounded

Russian troops attacked a minibus on the Zaporizhzhia - Novotroitske route with an FPV drone. One woman sustained a shrapnel wound and received medical assistance.

Society • May 7, 11:12 AM • 4492 views
Electricity consumption rises in Ukraine due to heat; outages reported in 5 regions following Russian attacks

Energy consumption is increasing due to the heat and air conditioning, but no rolling blackouts are planned. Shelling has cut off power for some residents in five regions of Ukraine.

Society • May 7, 07:17 AM • 6823 views
Occupiers strike the Orikhiv monument, a symbol of the Zaporizhzhia region

The Russians shelled the Orikhiv monument adorned with the flags of military units. The Regional State Administration promised to restore the damaged symbol of the Zaporizhzhia region.

Society • May 6, 05:08 PM • 5726 views
Battalion commander in the Zaporizhzhia direction suspected of extorting money from subordinate servicemenPhoto

A battalion commander in the Zaporizhzhia region demanded 200,000 hryvnias monthly from subordinates in exchange for loyalty. He was detained while receiving a bribe.

War in Ukraine • May 6, 11:26 AM • 6061 views
Russia violated the ceasefire, Putin only cares about military parades - Foreign Minister

Andrii Sybiha reported Russia's violation of the ceasefire. The occupiers launched 108 drones and 3 missiles, including at Kharkiv and Zaporizhzhia.

War in Ukraine • May 6, 06:48 AM • 5511 views
The number of casualties following the Russian attack on Zaporizhzhia on May 5 has risen to 43 people – Regional Military Administration

As a result of the attack on Zaporizhzhia on May 5, 43 people sought medical assistance. 18 victims remain in hospitals, four of whom are in serious condition.

War in Ukraine • May 6, 04:36 AM • 4918 views