Gostomel
Gostomel, also spelled Hostomel (Ukrainian: Гостомель; Russian: Гостомель), is an urban locality in Kyiv Oblast, Ukraine, located about 20 kilometers northwest of Kyiv. It lies within Bucha Raion and sits near the Irpin River. The settlement is best known for Kyiv International Airport, commonly called Hostomel Airport, which lies within its borders, and for its association with aviation facilities serving the Kyiv region.
Historically a rural area and transport hub, Gostomel developed in connection with its proximity to Kyiv and
In February 2022, during the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Gostomel received international attention as Russian forces
Today Gostomel forms part of the Kyiv region’s suburban network, with ongoing efforts to rehabilitate infrastructure,