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Zhytomyr

A city in northern Ukraine
Zhytomyr is a city in northern Ukraine, the administrative center of Zhytomyr Oblast, located on the Teteriv River. It was founded in 884. The city has an area of 61 km² and, as of 2022, a population of 261,624 people. It is known as the birthplace of the outstanding designer Serhiy Koroliov. The city houses a unique museum of cosmonautics.
1907
Serhiy Koroliov, a scientist, spacecraft designer, and founder of practical cosmonautics, was born in the city
1918
It temporarily served as the capital of the Ukrainian People's Republic
1970
The first museum of cosmonautics in Ukraine at that time, dedicated to space achievements, was opened
1990
One of the first cities where the Ukrainian blue and yellow flag was raised more than a year before Ukraine's declaration of independence
2018
The city entered the top 10 most comfortable cities in Ukraine according to Focus magazine
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Ukrainian Football Cup: Round of 32 match schedule determinedPhoto

The Round of 32 matches of the Ukrainian Cup will take place on September 8–10, 16 and 17. "Nyva" will play "Dynamo," while "Vilkhivtsi" will face "Shakhtar."

Sports • September 1, 11:46 AM • 6282 views
Traffic is being restored on the highway toward Kyiv and Zhytomyr after a Russian attack involving a detonation

Following the enemy attack in the Kyiv region, traffic on the M-06 highway is being partially restored. Traffic will move in both directions along one lane.

Society • August 29, 09:30 AM • 24208 views
Russian jet-powered drones continue to attack Kyiv: aftermath reported in three districts of the capital

Russians have been attacking Kyiv with jet-powered drones for the third day in a row: there are casualties, fires, and falling debris in three districts. People were killed in the Kyiv region, and the Kyiv–Chop highway has been blocked.

War in Ukraine • August 29, 08:28 AM • 11401 views
Traffic on Beresteiskyi Avenue and the Velyka Kiltsova Road toward Zhytomyr has been restricted in KyivPhoto

Traffic on Beresteiskyi Avenue and the Velyka Kiltsova Road has been partially restricted. A section of the Kyiv–Chop highway from the 15th to the 32nd km has been closed.

Society • August 28, 07:59 PM • 11230 views
In Odesa region, a "Shahed" attacked a passenger train: nearly 600 people were in the carriages

A Russian jet-powered "Shahed" struck the locomotive of the Zhytomyr–Odesa train. Passengers and railway workers were evacuated; there were no casualties.

War in Ukraine • August 23, 08:47 AM • 9125 views
Recovery work continues in Zhytomyr after Russia's strike on the police - what the site looks like now has been shownPhoto

Emergency recovery work is underway in Zhytomyr following Russia's strike on August 19. Rescuers have dismantled the damaged structures and removed 110 cubic metres of debris.

War in Ukraine • August 21, 07:06 AM • 4270 views
Russia attacked logistics infrastructure in Zhytomyr region: two injuredPhoto

A Russian strike on the logistics infrastructure of Zhytomyr region caused a fire and injured two people. Rescuers extinguished the blaze.

War in Ukraine • August 20, 11:36 AM • 3739 views
Russian attack on police in Zhytomyr: 3 dead and 53 injured so farPhotoVideo

As a result of the Russian attack with jet-powered drones on Zhytomyr, three people were killed and another 53 were injured. Rescuers are carrying out restoration work.

War in Ukraine • August 20, 06:05 AM • 31588 views
As a result of the Russian attack on Zhytomyr, the number of injured has risen to 40; the Interior Ministry named the deceased police officersPhoto

Rescue operations are ongoing after the Russian attack on the police building in Zhytomyr. Two police officers were killed and more than 40 people were injured.

War in Ukraine • August 19, 06:50 PM • 29634 views
As a result of the enemy attack on Zhytomyr, two police officers were killed and at least 20 people were injuredPhoto

Russian “Banderol” drones struck the Zhytomyr police building. Two police officers were killed, and at least 20 people were injured.

War in Ukraine • August 19, 02:50 PM • 42461 views
Russia attacked Zhytomyr with jet-powered drones; regional police headquarters was hit - RMA

Russian jet-powered drones struck a police building in Zhytomyr. Information about those killed and injured is being уточнюються; services are working at the site.

War in Ukraine • August 19, 01:34 PM • 5379 views
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Russia has destroyed 14 stadiums in Ukraine since the beginning of the warPhotoVideo

Since the beginning of the full-scale war, Russian occupiers have damaged or destroyed 88 stadiums in Ukraine, 14 of which have been completely destroyed. Direct losses to sports infrastructure are estimated at $4 billion.

Society • August 17, 04:23 PM • 29372 views
Traffic accident on the Kyiv–Chop highway: traffic is hampered, one lane is clear

A traffic accident occurred at the 35th kilometer of the M-06 Kyiv–Chop highway near the village of Buzova. Traffic toward Zhytomyr is partially hampered; the far-left lane and the shoulder are clear.

Society • August 13, 01:13 PM • 4453 views
Former logistics commander of Air Force received new suspicion - apartments were found in Bukovel and moreVideo

The former logistics commander of the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine was notified of a new suspicion of illicit enrichment. According to the investigation, he acquired property worth UAH 20 million more than his legitimate income.

War in Ukraine • August 6, 06:49 AM • 34551 views
Thunderstorms, hail, and wind gusts of 20 m/s to sweep across Ukraine on June 12 - SES

On June 12, thunderstorms, hail, and wind gusts of up to 20 m/s are expected in Ukraine. The severe weather may cause disruptions to power systems and transport.

Society • June 11, 02:24 PM • 4419 views
Young man detained for killing a serviceman with alcohol laced with methadone while posing as an "acquaintance" on orders from the Russian FederationPhoto

A 19-year-old youth is suspected of sending alcohol containing methadone to a serviceman at the behest of Russian special services. The marine died in the hospital after consuming the poisoned drink.

War in Ukraine • June 11, 09:50 AM • 24422 views
Thunderstorms, hail, and squalls to cover most regions of Ukraine on June 7 - Hydrometeorological CenterPhoto

On June 7, rains with thunderstorms and hail are expected in Ukraine, except for the eastern regions. Significant precipitation will occur in the Kyiv and Zhytomyr regions.

Weather and environment • June 7, 03:59 AM • 4899 views
Truck rams cars and crashes into a cafe in Khmelnytskyi region – one dead and several injured, driver served with notice of suspicionPhoto

In the village of Pravdivka, a Mercedes driver crashed into parked cars and a cafe building. One woman died at the scene, and three people were hospitalized.

Crimes and emergencies • June 1, 08:57 AM • 4072 views
Ministry of Internal Affairs announces first dismissal of suspect in 'porn office' protection racket case

The Ministry of Internal Affairs has dismissed a driver from the 'MIA Unit Service Center' due to a case involving the protection of 'porn offices. ' Top police officials from three regions are implicated in the scheme.

Crimes and emergencies • May 20, 04:15 PM • 4931 views
Top National Police officials in 3 regions receive suspicion notices in 'porn office' covering up case; luxury cars and millions in cash seized – Prosecutor GeneralPhoto

Five police officials served with suspicion notices for covering up a network of porn offices. During searches, luxury cars and over 22.6 million UAH were seized from the suspects.

Society • May 20, 11:35 AM • 4092 views
Police Raids: Prosecutor General reports uncovered scheme to protect "porn offices," police leadership in 3 regions and a driver for the Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs among figurantsPhotoVideo

Police leadership from three regions are implicated in a case involving the protection of "porn offices," as is a driver for the Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs.

Society • May 20, 08:09 AM • 17765 views
Attacked two passers-by with a knife – a man who went AWOL was detained in ZhytomyrVideo

Zhytomyr police detained a man who wounded two people with a knife. The perpetrator turned out to be a deserter; he faces a lengthy prison sentence.

Society • May 18, 01:33 PM • 3230 views
Planned to receive 25 thousand dollars — in Zakarpattia, a man was sentenced to 10 years for attempting to sell an infant abroad

The court sentenced a man to 10 years for attempting to sell an infant to Spain for 25 thousand dollars. He also embezzled 6.3 million UAH in aid intended for the family of a fallen soldier.

Society • May 17, 06:30 AM • 5546 views
Embezzled 12 million hryvnias in aid for sick children – group of fraudsters charged with new crimesPhoto

Pseudo-volunteers stole 12 million hryvnias in aid intended for sick children. The organizer and her accomplices face up to twelve years in prison.

Society • May 14, 12:36 PM • 4096 views
In Zhytomyr region, head of regional territorial recruitment center detained for a "subscription fee" for non-conscription – Prosecutor GeneralPhotoVideo

In Zhytomyr Region, the head of a Territorial Recruitment Center was detained for an "subscription fee" for non-conscription. The official promised immunity from mobilization for an entrepreneur's employees in exchange for money.

Society • May 6, 06:27 AM • 4754 views
Preparing a terrorist attack in Zhytomyr disguised as a courier — SBU detains Russian agentPhoto

The SBU has detained a woman who was preparing an explosion in Zhytomyr under the guise of a courier. An improvised explosive device and chemical components were seized from the perpetrator. She faces life imprisonment with confiscation of property.

Society • May 5, 07:42 AM • 7306 views
Five people injured in Rivne region as a result of Russian attack – Regional Military AdministrationPhoto

Residential buildings, cars, and infrastructure were damaged in Dubno due to an aerial attack. Five people were injured, four of whom have been hospitalized.

Society • May 1, 03:14 PM • 6176 views
Zhytomyr city center hit by Russian drone strike, damage reported

The enemy attacked the center of Zhytomyr and the region with drones, damaging educational and sports facilities. Fires have been extinguished; no reports of casualties have been received.

War in Ukraine • May 1, 01:55 PM • 4777 views
The case of another occupier for the brutal murder of a civilian in Bucha has been sent to court

Prosecutor General Kravchenko noted that such cases form the foundation for the Special Tribunal regarding the crime of Russian aggression against Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • April 30, 01:36 PM • 3652 views
Ukrainian Cup Final to be held at Arena Lviv

The decisive match of the tournament will take place on May 20 in Lviv. The UAF also approved the dates for the semi-finals involving Dynamo, Bukovyna, Metalist 1925, and FC Chernihiv.

Sports • April 14, 08:07 PM • 4214 views