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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 "Oberig" system: Fitio explains how it will reduce corruption on the part of conscripts and military commissions

According to Volodymyr Fitio, the Oberig system is aimed at combating corruption among conscripts and military personnel; it is not yet fully integrated with other registries.

Society • December 21, 11:38 AM • 35294 views
Archpriest of the Russian Orthodox Church from Crimea supplied attack drones to the occupiers: he was notified of suspicion

The archpriest from Crimea is suspected of financing Russian troops by raising money for combat drones and weapons, as well as "blessing" the occupiers to kill Ukrainians.

Crimes and emergencies • December 21, 11:18 AM • 38352 views
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Russia may recruit those who fled abroad to destabilize the situation in Kharkiv - political expert

Russia intends to seize Kharkiv and may recruit those who fled abroad to destabilize the situation in the city using false information attacks, political expert Igor Reiterovich believes.

War in Ukraine • December 21, 10:59 AM • 152323 views
Law enforcement officers who covered up drug traffickers to be tried in Odesa region

Three law enforcement officers in Ukraine have been caught extorting up to $10,000 from citizens by threatening them with false drug charges. They are now facing charges of theft and extortion, which carry a sentence of up to 12 years in prison.

Crimes and emergencies • December 21, 09:49 AM • 23107 views
Border guards neutralize enemy kamikaze drone in Sumy region

Ukrainian border guards in Sumy region neutralized an enemy kamikaze drone using an anti-drone gun.

War in Ukraine • December 21, 09:13 AM • 32779 views
5 missile and 68 air strikes: situation at the front

Ukrainian troops repelled numerous enemy attacks in various directions, holding their positions firmly, despite the enemy's attempts to encircle key population centers such as Avdiivka. Ukraine's Armed Forces also successfully conducted counter-battery fire and airstrikes against enemy concentrations.

War in Ukraine • December 21, 05:41 AM • 104997 views
"Stealing diesel fuel from a military unit": three servicemen found guilty of stealing military property are sentenced

Three officers were sentenced to 5 years with a probationary period of one year for creating a "scheme" to sell excess fuel at the Yavoriv training ground at inflated rates. The defendants in the case pleaded guilty and reimbursed the military for the stolen 6.2 thousand liters of fuel.

Crimes and emergencies • December 20, 02:51 PM • 39807 views
SBU reports new crimes of Russian Central Election Commission head Pamfilova and her subordinates: new suspicions

The Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) has documented new crimes by the head of the Russian Central Election Commission Pamfilova and her subordinates.

War in Ukraine • December 20, 12:45 PM • 27763 views
SBI exposes head of Zaporizhzhia CCC who illegally exempted men from mobilization

In Zaporizhzhia, the SBI uncovered a scheme whereby the head of a recruiting station and his accomplices allowed more than 300 men to evade mobilization with forged medical documents, charging 2-3 thousand dollars per person.

Crimes and emergencies • December 20, 11:32 AM • 29921 views
Ukrainian Defense Forces continue to expand foothold in Kherson region

Ukraine's defense forces are expanding their positions in Kherson and have repelled numerous enemy attacks in various regions, despite Russia's continued missile and air strikes on both military and civilian targets, resulting in civilian casualties and damage to infrastructure.

War in Ukraine • December 20, 08:32 AM • 43752 views
The UN has recorded more than 140 cases of executions of Ukrainian civilians by the Russian military

The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, reported more than 140 cases of executions of civilians in Ukraine by Russian troops since February 2022.

War in Ukraine • December 19, 12:19 PM • 38778 views
State Border Guard Service: Group of hostile drones neutralized in Zaporizhzhia sector

Ukrainian border guards in Zaporizhzhia successfully repelled a drone attack with anti-drone guns, neutralizing several enemy drones.

War in Ukraine • December 19, 11:39 AM • 31269 views
Dnipro City Express will be launched from Dnipro on December 20

Starting from December 20, Dnipro City Express will offer modern rail service on the Dnipro-Kamianske route, with barrier-free travel and charging ports, with a travel time of about 40 minutes and a fare of UAH 12 to 18.

Society • December 19, 11:02 AM • 31202 views
More than a hundred combat engagements in a day: situation at the front

The General Staff reports that missile troops destroyed 2 remote mining areas and 1 enemy artillery unit.

War in Ukraine • December 19, 05:29 AM • 31656 views
"The Road of Kindness: WOG and the Masha Foundation donated equipment to three hospitals that save wounded children

WOG and the Masha Foundation donate equipment for children's hospitals in Ukraine.

Business News • December 18, 11:06 AM • 28951 views
Law enforcers expose adjusters of enemy attack on high-rise building in Zaporizzhya

The SBU dismantled an FSB agent network in Zaporizhzhia, arresting the leader who was coordinating missile strikes on civilian targets. The group, which included relatives, collected and transmitted intelligence to Russian troops.

Crimes and emergencies • December 18, 08:44 AM • 27764 views
Occupants shelled Sumy region more than 80 times in 24 hours: one killed and one injured

Over the past day, Russian troops fired 81 times at Sumy region, killing one civilian and damaging residential buildings, a multi-storey building, and cars.

War in Ukraine • December 18, 08:23 AM • 33632 views
No vessel traffic is recorded in the port of Mariupol: Andriushchenko explains why this is good news

Councillor Petro Andriushchenko reported on the lack of shipping in the port of Mariupol in December.

War in Ukraine • December 18, 07:18 AM • 36319 views
Occupants attacked Zaporizhzhia region more than 110 times in one day: infrastructure facilities are destroyed

Russian troops carried out 118 attacks in Zaporizhzhia region, destroying infrastructure, with no casualties reported.

War in Ukraine • December 18, 06:39 AM • 105450 views
Enemy tried to break through Ukrainian troops' defense near Kupiansk with the help of aviation - General Staff

The General Staff of Ukraine reports that the ongoing russian aggression has resulted in 54 battles, missile and air strikes, and civilian casualties; Ukrainian troops have repelled numerous enemy attacks and continue to hold defensive positions.

War in Ukraine • December 17, 05:43 PM • 115531 views
A powerful explosion occurred in Crimea: Russians raised a helicopter into the sky

A powerful explosion was heard in the Krasnogvardeisky district of the occupied Crimea, followed by a Russian helicopter in the air.

War in Ukraine • December 14, 11:24 AM • 33506 views
Russians strike 78 times at 20 localities in Zaporizhzhia overnight

Overnight, Russian troops fired 78 times at 20 localities in Zaporizhzhia region, damaging one building and a car, with no casualties reported.

War in Ukraine • December 10, 07:00 AM • 52732 views
60 combat engagements took place in the frontline over the last day - General Staff

Ukrainian troops repelled more than 60 enemy attacks in various directions, held their positions and inflicted losses in equipment and manpower on Russian-terrorist forces. The General Staff reported successful strikes on two enemy directions, which led to the disorganization of their forces and means.

War in Ukraine • December 10, 06:31 AM • 46139 views
How many museums and theaters have suffered losses due to Russia's invasion - the Ministry of Culture's response

As of November 25, 2023, 1750 cultural facilities were damaged in Ukraine, with clubs, libraries and art institutions suffering the most, especially in Donetsk and Kharkiv regions.

War in Ukraine • December 5, 02:47 PM • 36404 views
Russian troops launched 100 strikes on the Zaporizhia region, there is damaged infrastructure

Russian troops launched 100 strikes on the Zaporizhia region, causing damage to cities and infrastructure without civilian casualties.

War in Ukraine • November 30, 06:59 AM • 29371 views
The IAEA is concerned about the growth of attacks near the Khmelnitsky nuclear power plant

IAEA experts in Ukraine report military activity near the Khmelnitsky NPP, highlighting its vulnerability along with other nuclear facilities due to ongoing military operations. There was no direct damage to the station, but the incidents highlight the nuclear threat in the context of the conflict.

War in Ukraine • November 29, 09:20 PM • 38493 views
Overnight, Ukrainian air defense destroyed 21 drones and 2 missiles launched by Russia

Overnight, Ukrainian air defense successfully shot down 21 drones and 2 of 3 Russian X-59 missiles targeting Khmelnytsky region.

War in Ukraine • November 29, 05:16 AM • 39348 views
In Tokmak, a "hit" on a building used by the occupiers - Fedorov

In Tokmak, a building used by the occupiers was hit, leading to evacuation and possible casualties; the exact number of victims is being clarified.

War in Ukraine • November 28, 01:09 PM • 35246 views
Russian missile strike in Zaporizhzhia damaged multi-storey buildings and educational institutions - city council

Three multi-storey buildings and three educational institutions in Zaporizhzhia are damaged as a result of an enemy missile attack.

War in Ukraine • November 28, 08:14 AM • 32846 views
Ukraine establishes emergency response centers in nine regions to deal with snowfall consequences

The emergency response centers are working in nine regions of Ukraine to eliminate the consequences of bad weather and snowfall, involving more than 1,000 rescuers and more than 300 units of equipment. We have provided assistance to 2.1 thousand people with about 900 pieces of equipment, and are restoring power supply to 1.8 thousand settlements

Society • November 27, 11:33 AM • 38977 views