Rovenky

Rovenky (Ukrainian: Ровеньки; Russian: Ровеньки, romanized: Rovenki) is a coal mining city in Luhansk Oblast, eastern Ukraine. Prior to 2020, it was incorporated as a city of oblast significance. Population: 45,514 (2022 estimate); 47,852(2013 est.). Including the surrounding villages, the total population is close to 84,000 (as of 2011).

Rovenky
Ровеньки
Rovenky
Rovenky
Coordinates: 48°04′16″N 39°20′34″E
Country Ukraine
Oblast Luhansk Oblast
RaionRovenky Raion
Founded1705
City rights1934
Area
  Total217 km2 (84 sq mi)
Elevation
296 m (971 ft)
Population
 (2022)
  Total45,514
  Density3,737/km2 (9,680/sq mi)
Postal code
94700—779
Area code+380-6433
ClimateDfb
Websiterov.loga.gov.ua

Rovenky came under control of pro-Russian separatists in early 2014, and was incorporated into the Luhansk People's Republic (LPR). Since 2022, Russia has claimed the city as part of their LPR territory following its declared annexation of the region.

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