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Kharkiv

City of Ukraine
Kharkiv is the second-largest city in Ukraine, located in the northeastern part of the country at the confluence of the Udy, Lopan, and Kharkiv rivers. The city is the administrative center of the Kharkiv Oblast and a major industrial, educational, scientific, and cultural hub. Kharkiv's population is around 1.4 million people. Kharkiv was founded around 1655 as a military fortress. In the 19th century, it became a center of Ukrainian cultural revival, and in the early 20th century, it experienced exceptional development in literature, theater, and science. Since 2022, Kharkiv has held the title of "Hero City of Ukraine".
1805
Kharkiv University, one of the oldest in Ukraine, was founded
1869
Railway service was opened, contributing to the city's development as an industrial center
1895
The first tram route was opened, marking the beginning of public transport development
1917
Kharkiv became the first capital of the Ukrainian People's Republic
1930
The Kharkiv Planetarium, one of the first in the USSR, was opened
1963
The Kharkiv Metro was launched, improving the city's transport accessibility
1975
The Kharkiv State Circus, which became one of the largest in Ukraine, was opened
1991
The city became part of independent Ukraine
2015
A new terminal of the international airport was opened, improving the city's infrastructure
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UN releases data on hundreds of civilian casualties in Ukraine since May 1

Since May 1, at least 70 civilians have been killed and over 500 wounded in Ukraine. The UN has recorded numerous strikes on cities in various regions of the country.

Society • May 6, 10:42 PM • 16360 views
Russia violated the ceasefire, Putin only cares about military parades - Foreign Minister

Andrii Sybiha reported Russia's violation of the ceasefire. The occupiers launched 108 drones and 3 missiles, including at Kharkiv and Zaporizhzhia.

War in Ukraine • May 6, 06:48 AM • 5584 views
The Russian Federation attacked Kharkiv at night despite the ceasefire; there is a casualty and fires in residential areas

Private houses were damaged and fires broke out in Kharkiv due to nighttime Russian strikes. A 48-year-old woman was injured; emergency services are working at the impact sites.

War in Ukraine • May 6, 04:13 AM • 4520 views
Death toll from Russian strike on Merefa rises to seven, 14 wounded under medical supervision

The death toll in Merefa has risen following the passing of a 59-year-old man in the hospital. Another 14 wounded are currently under the supervision of Kharkiv medics.

War in Ukraine • May 4, 03:15 PM • 3095 views
Russian drone attacks bread delivery van on Kharkiv region highway, injuries reportedPhotoVideo

Near the village of Kamyana Yaruga, a Lancet drone struck a civilian van used for transporting bread. The driver and the forwarding agent were injured, and the vehicle was damaged.

War in Ukraine • May 4, 05:14 AM • 4085 views
Russians strike Kharkiv with drones again on May 2 – civilians wounded

The enemy attacked three districts of Kharkiv with drones, causing new destruction. Two civilian residents in the Kholodnohirskyi district sustained injuries.

Society • May 2, 12:34 PM • 4482 views
Russian drones attacked a gas station and a car dealership in Kharkiv on May 2 - three people injured

Russian drones attacked a gas station and a car dealership in two districts of Kharkiv. As a result of the strikes, three residents sustained injuries and acute stress reactions.

Society • May 2, 09:08 AM • 9519 views
Russian UAV strike on Kharkiv on May 2: number of casualties rises, medical assistance providedPhoto

A 23-year-old man sustained injuries from broken glass shards. Additionally, a 25-year-old man and a 77-year-old woman suffered acute stress reactions.

Society • May 2, 05:41 AM • 11665 views
Drone strike on Kharkiv: nine vehicles destroyed or damaged

Russian drones attacked the Kholodnohirskyi district of Kharkiv, causing a fire. As a result of the hit, two vehicles were destroyed and seven others were damaged.

War in Ukraine • May 2, 03:48 AM • 11849 views
Night Shahed strike on a Kharkiv high-rise – one person injuredPhoto

In Kharkiv, a drone hit the 12th floor of a residential building in the Shevchenkivskyi district. One man was injured; the munition miraculously failed to detonate.

War in Ukraine • May 2, 01:13 AM • 16279 views
Major repairs of key international highways completed ahead of schedule – Prime Minister

On international highways, 7. 3 million square meters of pavement have been repaired, which constitutes 104% of the plan. By June, road restoration volumes are expected to increase to 10 million square meters.

Economy • May 1, 01:27 PM • 60130 views
Russian drones hit gas stations in Kharkiv region, vehicles damaged, casualties reported - SESPhotoVideo

Russian troops attacked five gas stations in Kharkiv and Chuhuiv with drones. Ten vehicles and equipment were damaged, and two men were injured.

Society • May 1, 12:29 PM • 4298 views
Car explodes near supermarket in Kharkiv, passerby injured - Prosecutor's Office

A car exploded near a supermarket in Kharkiv, injuring a passerby. The blast wave damaged the windows of nearby buildings and the store premises.

Crimes and emergencies • April 29, 07:01 PM • 3281 views
In Khmelnytskyi region, a serviceman was notified of suspicion for torturing a woman

The SBI has notified a serviceman of suspicion for beating his former girlfriend and burning her face with a cigarette. The court remanded the suspect in custody without the possibility of bail.

Society • April 29, 02:28 PM • 3450 views
In Kharkiv, a convict who violated the prison regime received a new sentence after 28 disciplinary sanctions

In Kharkiv, a prisoner received an additional year in prison for 28 violations of the regime in the colony. The man's total prison term increased to 7 years and 5 months.

Society • April 29, 01:31 PM • 3126 views
8 people injured in Russian drone attack on Kharkiv and suburbsPhoto

Overnight, the enemy attacked Kharkiv and the village of Kotliary with Geran-2 type unmanned aerial vehicles. Eight civilians sustained injuries and acute stress reactions.

War in Ukraine • April 29, 07:09 AM • 3444 views
A series of drone strikes on infrastructure and residential areas recorded in Kharkiv

On the night of April 29, enemy drones attacked three districts of Kharkiv. Infrastructure facilities and apartment buildings were damaged, with windows blown out.

War in Ukraine • April 28, 09:35 PM • 12283 views
To Poland via Belarus for $19.3 thousand – organizer of escape for soldier AWOL detained in Kharkiv

In Kharkiv, the organizer of a soldier's escape to Poland for $19,300 was detained. The man promised a border crossing via Belarus despite the individual's AWOL status.

Society • April 27, 12:13 PM • 3801 views
Explosion occurs near a store in Kharkiv: grenade fuse foundPhoto

An explosion occurred near a store in the Saltivskyi district of Kharkiv, damaging the door. There were no casualties; police are searching for those involved in the incident.

Society • April 26, 10:43 PM • 15604 views
In the Kharkiv metro, an intoxicated man opened firePhoto

At the Istorychnyi Muzei metro station, a 20-year-old drunk man fired a shot into the air from a starter pistol. There were no casualties; the police have opened a criminal case.

Society • April 26, 07:59 PM • 8413 views
Metro and electric transport halted – severe weather hits Kharkiv regionVideo

Due to severe weather, Kharkiv and the region have been left without power. The city's metro and electric transport have stopped running, and the Izium hromada is completely de-energized.

Society • April 26, 01:26 PM • 6029 views
Women-only carriages to appear on three more popular trains

Starting May 1, women-only compartments will be available on routes to Odesa and Kyiv. The service is already available on 18 routes due to carriage occupancy exceeding 92 percent.

Society • April 24, 01:14 PM • 6857 views
In Ukraine, winter decided to return a week before May - it snowed in a number of regionsPhotoVideo

In a number of regions of Ukraine, snow fell on April 24 due to the arrival of cold air. On Mount Pip Ivan, frosts down to 5 degrees and strong winds were recorded.

Society • April 24, 06:48 AM • 49664 views
Most popular train routes connected Kyiv with five cities - where tickets are most frequently purchased

Over 5. 3 million passengers used affordable fares in the first quarter of 2026. The most popular routes included those from Kyiv to Lviv and Kharkiv.

Society • April 23, 02:50 PM • 10628 views
There might be good news - Budanov confirmed the possibility of a new exchange in the coming days

Ukraine has received a new list for the exchange of prisoners of war. The process is currently being slowed down by legal obstacles from Russia, but news will be available soon.

Society • April 23, 10:57 AM • 3857 views
Russian drones attacked Kharkiv again - three wounded

In Kharkiv, due to a UAV attack, buildings in the Osnovianskyi district were damaged. Three people were injured as a result of falling debris, and the area is being surveyed.

War in Ukraine • April 20, 08:35 PM • 6179 views
The number of people injured in the enemy attack on Kharkiv has risen to seven, including a minor - prosecutor's office

A Russian drone attacked Kharkiv's Osnovianskyi district and damaged buildings. Among the seven injured, a 17-year-old girl was found with an acute stress reaction.

War in Ukraine • April 20, 06:10 PM • 9553 views
Enemy attacked Kharkiv with a drone, six wounded reported

A Russian drone attacked a residential area of Kharkiv and damaged houses. Six local residents were injured as a result of the explosion and falling debris.

War in Ukraine • April 20, 04:45 PM • 4826 views
Night drone attack on Kyiv region resulted in a man being wounded

In the Brovary district, a man was hospitalized due to a UAV strike, and two private homes were damaged. The enemy also attacked Kharkiv and Mykolaiv tonight.

War in Ukraine • April 20, 02:50 AM • 14413 views
Repeated drone attack on Kharkiv - two people injured

Russian troops struck Osnovianskyi district of Kharkiv with a drone for the second time. As a result of the enemy attack, two civilians were injured.

War in Ukraine • April 20, 02:07 AM • 18811 views