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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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Explosions occurred in Kharkiv and Sumy, there is a threat of ballistic strikes

Explosions were heard in Kharkiv and Sumy after the Ukrainian Air Force warned of a ballistic missile threat. In Kharkiv, the strike hit the central district with dense residential buildings, and a fire broke out.

War in Ukraine • August 6, 06:59 AM • 54076 views
Ukrainian General Staff on the situation in the frontline: one third of combat actions took place in the Pokrovsk sector over the last day

Over the last day, 133 combat engagements took place, one third of them in the Pokrovsk sector. Ukrainian troops repelled 41 enemy attacks, the enemy launched seven missile and 50 air strikes.

War in Ukraine • August 6, 05:56 AM • 29392 views
General Staff: 108 combat engagements took place since the beginning of the day

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported 108 combat engagements over the day. Ukrainian defenders are successfully repelling enemy attacks at the Kharkiv, Kupyansk, Lyman and other directions.

War in Ukraine • August 6, 02:50 AM • 35977 views
Russian troops strike at Circoons in Kharkiv region

The invaders fired at Circuns in the Kharkiv region, damaging a residential building and causing a fire. According to preliminary data, there was no information about the victims.

Society • August 5, 10:21 PM • 27112 views
Explosions were heard in Kharkiv: residents are urged to stay in shelters

In Kharkiv, explosions were recorded as a result of enemy strikes. Residents of the city are strongly asked to stay in shelters, observe security measures and monitor official messages.

Society • August 5, 09:39 PM • 28568 views
General Staff: the number of military clashes has increased to 64, the hottest in the Pokrovsky and Toretsk directions

During the day, 64 military clashes occurred. The most intense fighting continues in the Pokrovsky direction (10 locations) and Toretsky (7 clashes near Toretsk and New York). The enemy is actively using aviation.

War in Ukraine • August 5, 03:35 PM • 29562 views
Shooting of a woman in a wheeled chair in Volchansk: dozens of Russian Armed Forces soldiers are under suspicion, the investigation continues

The prosecutor's office is investigating the murder of a woman in a wheelchair in Volchansk. 95 people are suspected of war crimes, 84 of them for violating the laws and customs of war.

War in Ukraine • August 5, 03:12 PM • 26906 views
In Kharkiv, a large-scale fire broke out: rescuers report a fire on the territory of the enterprise

On the territory of one of the enterprises of Kharkiv, an unused structure caught fire. The fire was localized, there were no injuries. According to preliminary data, there was a spontaneous combustion at the cooling tower, which did not work for more than 20 years.

Society • August 5, 02:51 PM • 15327 views
Fighting continues in 10 locations in the Pokrovsky direction, 7 clashes occur near Toretsk and New York- General Staff

In the Pokrovsky direction, fighting continues in 10 locations, the Russian army made 21 assault attempts. In the Turkish direction - 7 clashes near Toretsk and New York.

War in Ukraine • August 5, 01:54 PM • 32735 views
This year the mortality rate in Ukraine is three times higher than the birth rate - Opendatabot

In the first half of 2024, 87,655 children were born in Ukraine, which is 9% less than last year. For every newborn, there are three deaths, indicating a deep demographic crisis.

Society • August 5, 10:37 AM • 16309 views
BMW crashes into a pedestrian on the edge of the road: driver arrested in Kharkiv region

A 21-year-old BMW driver is suspected of hitting a pedestrian while intoxicated on Soborna Street in Bohodukhiv. The victim was seriously injured and the suspect was taken into custody.

Crimes and emergencies • August 5, 08:45 AM • 19862 views
In Vovchansk, Ukrainian Defense Forces destroyed a Russian enemy BMP with its crew and troops

Ukrainian troops destroyed a Russian BMP-2 with a crew and troops in Vovchansk. There were 11 combat engagements in the last day, the enemy lost 137 people and 33 pieces of equipment.

War in Ukraine • August 5, 08:06 AM • 101924 views
Kharkiv region: infrastructure damaged due to night attack by Russian drones

UAV attacks and rocket attacks were reported in Kharkiv region, damaging civilian infrastructure in several districts. In Lozova district, a 47-year-old man was killed by an explosive device.

War in Ukraine • August 5, 06:05 AM • 31828 views
General Staff: 124 combat engagements in 24 hours, most of them in the Pokrovsk and Toretsk sectors

There were 124 combat engagements in the frontline. Most enemy attacks were repelled in the Pokrovske and Toretske sectors. The Ukrainian Armed Forces struck 14 times at Russian troop concentrations.

War in Ukraine • August 5, 05:46 AM • 35349 views
All 24 Russian "Shaheds" shot down in the sky over Ukraine at night

Russian occupants attacked Ukraine with 24 Shahed attack UAVs. All enemy drones were shot down by air defense forces in seven regions of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • August 5, 05:28 AM • 38415 views
International Traffic Light Day, World Oyster Day. What else can be celebrated on August 5

It was on August 5, 1914, that a traffic control device appeared on one of the streets of the American city of Cleveland, in which red and green lights switched, and a sound signal sounded at the moment of switching.

UNN Lite • August 5, 03:09 AM • 109660 views
An explosion occurs in Kharkiv

There was an explosion in Kharkiv.

Society • August 4, 09:55 PM • 35332 views
A series of explosions occurred in Kharkiv

A series of explosions occurred in the city of Kharkiv.

Society • August 4, 09:12 PM • 32102 views
Air Force reports movement of enemy drones in different regions of Ukraine

The Ukrainian Air Force spotted enemy drones in Sumy, Kharkiv, Dnipro, Kherson, Mykolaiv, and Kirovohrad regions. The UAVs are moving in different directions across the country.

War in Ukraine • August 4, 09:03 PM • 40832 views
Ukraine's General Staff: 103 combat engagements took place in the frontline, the hottest fighting in the Pokrovsk sector

There were 103 combat engagements in the frontline, with the most active fighting in the Pokrovsk sector. The terrorist country launched 42 air strikes, used 515 kamikaze drones and fired 3400 times at Ukrainian positions.

War in Ukraine • August 4, 08:21 PM • 34386 views
70 combat engagements in the frontline over the last day, the situation is the most intense in the Pokrovsk sector - General Staff

Over the last day, 70 combat engagements took place along the frontline. The most active offensive actions of the occupants were recorded in the Pokrovsk sector, where the enemy made 16 attempts to storm Ukrainian positions and used anti-aircraft guns.

War in Ukraine • August 4, 03:25 PM • 47314 views
Occupants involve Egyptian citizens in combat actions near Vovchansk in Kharkiv region - OTU "Kharkiv"

In the battles near Vovchansk, the enemy is engaging foreigners, including Egyptians, in combat and intensifying reconnaissance with the help of UAVs.

War in Ukraine • August 4, 12:37 PM • 79173 views
Ukrzaliznytsia told which trains are delayed due to damage to the railway infrastructure in Poltava region

7 trains are delayed in Poltava region due to nighttime shelling of railroad infrastructure. Ukrzaliznytsia repaired damaged sections and organized meals for passengers in Kyiv.

Society • August 4, 10:24 AM • 43022 views
Russian army strikes at Kharkiv region with 16 KABs, 3 missiles and an FPV drone

Russian troops shelled Kharkiv region with 16 guided aerial bombs, 3 rockets and an FPV drone over the past 24 hours. Civilian objects were damaged in several districts, with no casualties.

War in Ukraine • August 4, 06:53 AM • 104159 views
140 combat engagements in the frontline: the situation is the most intense in the Pokrovsk sector

Over the last day, 140 combat engagements were registered at the frontline. The most intense fighting took place in the Pokrovske, Toretske and Kupyanske sectors, with the occupants losing 1150 troops and 5 tanks.

War in Ukraine • August 4, 06:23 AM • 39721 views
Railroad infrastructure is damaged in Poltava region due to Russian shelling, causing significant train delays

The nighttime shelling in Poltava region damaged the railway infrastructure. Kharkiv-bound trains have been rerouted and are running with significant delays, and repair work has already been completed.

Society • August 4, 06:19 AM • 32458 views
Air defense works on enemy drone in Kharkiv region

The Ukrainian Air Force reports on the work of air defense in the Kharkiv region.

War in Ukraine • August 4, 04:44 AM • 35363 views
Missile alert announced for Kharkiv region

The Air Force of the Ukrainian Armed Forces announced a missile threat in the Kharkiv region.

War in Ukraine • August 3, 10:56 PM • 105187 views
102 combat engagements in the frontline, most intense fighting in the Pokrovsk sector - General Staff

There were 102 combat engagements in the frontline. The enemy is advancing most actively in the Pokrovsk sector, where 34 battles took place, 27 of which were repelled and 7 are still ongoing.

War in Ukraine • August 3, 09:26 PM • 30850 views
Russia launches missile strikes on Kharkiv: there is a threat of drones

The occupiers fired rockets at Kharkiv. According to preliminary reports, there were no casualties, and information about the damage is being checked. The head of the Kharkiv RMA warned of the threat of enemy drones and called for caution.

War in Ukraine • August 3, 08:21 PM • 31392 views