Hostomel
Hostomel (Ukrainian: Гостомель, IPA: [ɦoˈstɔmelʲ]) is a rural settlement in Bucha Raion, Kyiv Oblast, Ukraine. It is located northwest of the capital Kyiv. It hosts the administration of Hostomel settlement hromada, one of the hromadas of Ukraine. Population: 18,466 (2022 estimate).
Hostomel
Гостомель | |
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Rural settlement | |
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Flag Coat of arms | |
Hostomel Hostomel | |
| Coordinates: 50°34′09″N 30°15′55″E | |
| Country | Ukraine |
| Oblast | Kyiv Oblast |
| Raion | Bucha Raion |
| Hromada | Hostomel settlement hromada |
| First written mention | 1494 |
| Magdeburg rights | 1614 |
| Government | |
| • Body | Hostomel settlement council |
| Area | |
| • Land | 38 km2 (15 sq mi) |
| Population (2022) | |
| • Total | 18,466 |
The town is mainly known for Hostomel Airport, also known as Antonov Airport, a major international cargo facility. There is also a Vetropack glass factory in Hostomel.
Hostomel was attacked during the Russian invasion of Ukraine in 2022, with its mayor Yuriy Prylypko among those killed. The town was given the title Hero City of Ukraine on 13 March. On 2 April, Ukrainian authorities confirmed that they had retaken control over most of Kyiv Oblast.
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