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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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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 • 6421 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 • 4984 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 • 3673 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 • 4299 views
Traffic on the Kyiv-Chop highway to be restricted until August due to repairs

On the section near the village of Kalynivka, traffic lanes will be progressively closed in both directions. The restrictions are related to the ongoing repair of the overpass in the Kyiv region.

Economy • April 7, 01:41 PM • 3733 views
Parking fines are now available online in Diia and the Electronic Driver's Account

Drivers can view parking inspector resolutions online in seven Ukrainian cities. The service was developed by the Ministry of Internal Affairs to monitor fine payment deadlines.

Society • March 25, 01:13 PM • 7003 views
Russia attacked Ukraine with 147 more drones overnight, 121 were neutralized

Air defense forces shot down and suppressed 121 enemy drones of various types. 24 attack UAVs were hit, and the consequences of the enemy attack are being eliminated.

War in Ukraine • March 25, 06:44 AM • 6398 views
The scale of this attack clearly indicates that Russia has no real intention of ending the war - Zelenskyy

Russia launched over 550 drones at Ukraine, causing deaths and dozens of injuries. The President stated that Russia has no desire for peace.

War in Ukraine • March 24, 07:20 PM • 7528 views
Terrorist attack prevented in the center of Rivne, Russian agent disguised in military uniform and wanted to blow up a pot with nuts - SBUPhoto

The SBU detained a drug-addicted Zhytomyr resident for a homemade bomb near a coffee shop in the park. The perpetrator faces 12 years in prison with confiscation of property.

Society • March 12, 08:09 AM • 10761 views
The government has allocated an additional three billion UAH from the reserve fund for road repairs

The Cabinet of Ministers has allocated UAH 3 billion for the repair of international highways and logistics routes. More than 140 brigades restore 40,000 m² of pavement daily.

Society • March 9, 05:08 PM • 7929 views
A foreigner extradited from Germany will face trial for a brazen armed attack on cash collectors in Zhytomyr

The Zhytomyr Regional Prosecutor's Office has sent an indictment to court against a foreigner who was hiding in Europe. He is suspected of organizing and carrying out an attack on security police officers in 2019.

Crimes and emergencies • March 2, 10:17 AM • 4540 views
Two tourists suffered frostbite and nearly froze to death on the Chornohora ridgePhoto

In Zakarpattia, rescuers from the State Emergency Service assisted a 22-year-old Kyiv resident and a 21-year-old Zhytomyr resident who were freezing on the Chornohora ridge. The tourists were taken to the village of Hoverla and handed over to medics.

Society • February 17, 03:17 PM • 4198 views
Female contract soldier of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and her friend detained for preparing terrorist attacks with explosives in Kyiv and Zhytomyr

The SBU detained a 24-year-old female contract soldier of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and her 25-year-old friend, who were part of an FSB agent network. They were preparing terrorist attacks with explosives in Kyiv and Zhytomyr, having set up an underground laboratory.

War in Ukraine • February 13, 10:33 AM • 5488 views
Over UAH 9 million in damages to electricity supply company: underground mining farms uncovered in two districts of Zhytomyr regionPhoto

Underground mining farms that caused over UAH 9 million in damages to an electricity supply company have been uncovered in the Zhytomyr region. A 41-year-old Kyiv resident used over 1.15 million kWh of electricity "off the meter."

Crimes and emergencies • February 10, 04:33 PM • 3593 views
Concorde Capital founder Mazepa involved in a road accident: details

On February 9, a Mercedes-Benz driver hit a pedestrian on the Kyiv-Chop highway in Zhytomyr region. The victim died on the way to the hospital, police are investigating the circumstances.

Society • February 10, 11:36 AM • 5053 views
Zelenskyy discussed with Estonian Foreign Minister additional contributions to the PURL program and strengthening air defense

President Zelenskyy met with Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna, discussing Ukraine's needs for air defense missiles and additional contributions to the PURL program. Estonia is considering increasing its contributions and continues to implement humanitarian projects.

War in Ukraine • February 6, 01:43 PM • 4295 views
"Zhytomyr's energy independence is a myth": cogeneration doesn't save cities from blackouts, and the deficit remains systemic - Kudrytskyi

Former head of "Ukrenergo" Volodymyr Kudrytskyi refuted claims about the energy independence of individual cities, emphasizing Zhytomyr's critical dependence on the national grid. He noted that cogeneration units provide only a small fraction of the city's needs, and past "miracles" were associated with violations of orders.

Economy • January 30, 03:03 PM • 6907 views
In Kyiv, 737 residential buildings remain without heating - Klitschko

Today, 737 residential buildings in Kyiv remain without heating, mostly in Troieshchyna. Over 1,000 utility workers are working to resolve the issue, assisted by teams from other cities.

Society • January 28, 10:32 AM • 7246 views
Hid from investigation and was on the national wanted list for over two years: lawyer suspected of premeditated murder detained

Law enforcement officers detained a lawyer who had been hiding from investigation for over two years on suspicion of premeditated murder of a man in 2022. The body of a 31-year-old resident of Zhytomyr was found in a reservoir, and an examination established the violent nature of death.

Society • January 26, 03:49 PM • 4556 views
Participated in crimes on the territory of Ukraine: Russian army colonel became deputy mayor of Samara

Colonel Sergei Karasyov, suspected of war crimes in the Kyiv region, has been appointed deputy mayor in Samara. He will be responsible for supporting participants in the war with Ukraine and their families.

War in Ukraine • January 12, 03:05 PM • 8744 views
Selective sensitivity is also a skill, especially when it is well-funded - former SAP prosecutor on anti-corruption activist Kostiuk's statements regarding apartments for the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Selective sensitivity is also a skill, especially when it is well-funded - former SAP prosecutor on anti-corruption activist Kostiuk's statements regarding apartments for the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

Politics • January 12, 09:59 AM • 3292 views
Transportation problems arose after large-scale Russian attacks: Ukrainian communities handed over 40 buses to Odesa

Ukrainian communities have handed over almost 40 buses to Odesa to solve problems with passenger transportation caused by massive Russian shelling and a difficult situation with electricity supply. This assistance will compensate for the impossibility of using 40% of the city's electric transport.

Society • December 31, 06:09 PM • 6782 views
In Zhytomyr, a minor patient was tied up and beaten in the hospital, the police did not respond to reports of torture - Lubinets

In a hospital in Zhytomyr, a minor patient was tied to a bed, beaten in the face, and suffocated with a pillow. The police arrived at the medical facility only after the intervention of the Ombudsman's Office, which demands an assessment of the inaction of law enforcement officers.

Society • December 30, 08:05 PM • 12505 views
Ukrzaliznytsia restricts train movement after infrastructure shelling: delays reach two hoursPhoto

Due to shelling of railway infrastructure, the Fastiv junction is operating in manual mode, causing train delays of up to two hours. As of December 27, 5 daytime services have been canceled, and from January 13, 7 trains will not stop in Fastiv.

Society • December 27, 11:16 AM • 5402 views
Born in Zhytomyr and fought against Ukraine: former Russian Deputy Minister of Defense Yuriy Sadovenko died

Former Russian Deputy Minister of Defense Yuriy Sadovenko, who headed Shoigu's apparatus until 2024, died in Russia. He died in Moscow at the age of 57 from heart disease.

War in Ukraine • December 26, 08:36 AM • 18414 views
On the eve of the Christmas holidays, AB InBev Efes Ukraine is launching the social campaign "Drank? Don't drive!"Photo

AB InBev Efes Ukraine has launched its annual campaign "Drank? Don't drive!" with interactive activations using "drunk" Drunk Busters goggles at WOG gas stations. The program reminds drivers about the dangers of driving after consuming alcohol and covers Kyiv, Chernihiv, Zhytomyr, and Odesa highways.

Business News • December 24, 11:02 AM • 10863 views
In Kyiv region, a train hit a 26-year-old man: law enforcement officers are establishing the circumstances

In Kyiv region, near Snytynka station, a passenger train fatally injured a 26-year-old man who was sitting on the railway tracks. The victim died at the scene, police are investigating the circumstances of the tragedy.

Society • December 20, 11:07 AM • 5468 views
From December 14, Ukraine introduces a new train schedule: more regional, suburban, and urban routes

From December 14, Ukrzaliznytsia introduces a new train schedule, including regional, suburban, and urban routes. The company is expanding its travel network by launching new regional routes in the west of the country and resuming the Kyiv ring electric train service.

Society • December 12, 09:01 AM • 3829 views
Planned a terrorist attack in Zhytomyr: law enforcement officers detained a 16-year-old schoolgirl who was looking for "easy money"Photo

The SBU and the National Police prevented a terrorist attack in Zhytomyr, exposing a 16-year-old schoolgirl who, on the instructions of the Russian special services, planned to detonate a homemade bomb in a residential area. The girl was supposed to assemble an explosive device and hide it in a park.

Society • December 10, 01:53 PM • 6471 views
Ukrzaliznytsia changed the movement of suburban trains in Kyiv region due to shelling of infrastructure in Fastiv: list of routes

Due to the massive shelling of railway infrastructure in Fastiv, Ukrzaliznytsia changed the movement of suburban trains on December 6. Some trains will temporarily not run, while others will change routes, heading to Motovylivka, Fastiv-2, and Kozhanka.

Society • December 6, 04:30 AM • 11463 views