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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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Death toll from Russian attack on Kharkiv rises to seven

The death toll from Russia's shelling of Kharkiv has risen to seven, with 16 more people injured.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 10:39 AM • 82373 views
Starting from the end of 2023, Sumy region remains the most active area where enemy subversive reconnaissance groups are trying to enter - SBGS

Since the end of 2023, Sumy region has remained the most active area where enemy sabotage and reconnaissance groups have been trying to infiltrate Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 10:14 AM • 65288 views
Enemy fires at railway infrastructure in Kharkiv region: there are hits, six railway workers are wounded

Six railroad workers were injured in a Russian attack on railway infrastructure in Kharkiv and the region on May 23.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 10:04 AM • 25642 views
Enemy attack on Kharkiv: the number of wounded increased to 16

According to the updated data of the head of the Kharkiv regional military administration, 6 people were killed and 16 wounded as a result of Russian strikes on Kharkiv.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 09:54 AM • 15480 views
Zelensky reacts to Russian strike on Kharkiv and region: called for greater determination from world leaders to protect against terror

Zelensky condemned the brutal Russian missile attack on Kharkiv and Liubotyn, which killed and injured people, and called for more global resolve in the fight against terrorism.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 09:46 AM • 15523 views
The targets of today's russian attack in Kharkiv region were enterprises and transportation infrastructure

Today's russian strikes, which killed at least six people, targeted civilian targets and transportation infrastructure in Kharkiv and Kharkiv region.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 09:42 AM • 14245 views
Series of strikes in Kharkiv: 6 killed and 11 wounded

Six people were killed and 11 others wounded as a result of Russian strikes on Kharkiv, the head of the Kharkiv regional military administration reports.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 09:32 AM • 15045 views
Russia's attack on Kharkiv killed 4 people, 2 more are still missing

At least four people are dead and two others are missing after the Russian army carried out at least 15 strikes in Kharkiv, according to preliminary reports.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 09:07 AM • 12059 views
The situation in Sumy region is well known, as well as the enemy's plans and resources - the GUR

Ukrainian intelligence is well informed about the situation in Sumy region, the enemy's plans and resources, but does not record sufficient enemy forces for an offensive, although minor actions are not excluded.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 08:59 AM • 20595 views
Mayor: Another victim found at site of Russian strike in Kharkiv

Another body is found at the site of a Russian missile strike in Kharkiv, bringing the death toll to two.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 08:42 AM • 20496 views
Russian attack on Kharkiv: there is damage, one dead, 6 wounded

In Kharkiv, Russian troops attacked a civilian enterprise, killing one person and injuring six others, and setting off a fire in a paper shop.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 08:29 AM • 17417 views
Formed "support groups" for breakthrough of Russian subversive reconnaissance groups to Kharkiv: FSB agent exposed

The Security Service of Ukraine has prevented an attempt by the FSB to form an agent network in Kharkiv region to facilitate the breakthrough of Russian subversive groups and gather intelligence on Ukraine's defense.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 08:22 AM • 53059 views
Two more people were injured in Lyubotyn as a result of Russian strikes in Kharkiv region

Two more people were injured in the town of Liubotyn, Kharkiv region, as a result of Russian shelling.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 08:15 AM • 45725 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces incurred 28 combat engagements in the frontline since the beginning of the day: fighting continues in Krynok area near Klishchiyivka - General Staff

Since the beginning of the day, 28 combat engagements were registered on the frontline, with fighting continuing, in particular, in the vicinity of Krynok, Kharkiv region, and near Klishchiyivka, Donetsk region.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 08:06 AM • 72753 views
5 injured in Kharkiv due to Russian attack, two more in Zolochiv

Russian troops conducted numerous attacks on the Ukrainian cities of Kharkiv and Zolochiv, wounding at least 7 civilians and damaging civilian infrastructure.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 08:04 AM • 60102 views
About ten explosions occurred in Kharkiv

About ten explosions were heard in Kharkiv, Ukraine, and the mayor urged residents to stay in shelters as Russian troops conducted at least five strikes on the city.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 07:56 AM • 107970 views
Budanov regularly participates in GUR operations - Yusov

Kyrylo Budanov, the Chief of the Defence Intelligence of Ukraine, regularly participates in the DIU's operations and is directly involved in events held near the front line, raising the morale of the soldiers.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 07:53 AM • 104951 views
Russians struck at least five times in Kharkiv - RMA

Russian forces struck at least five times in Kharkiv, according to the head of the Kharkiv regional military administration, who urged residents to stay in shelters.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 07:43 AM • 36466 views
Explosions occurred in Kharkiv

Numerous explosions occurred in Kharkiv, Ukraine, prompting authorities to warn residents to take shelter.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 07:35 AM • 37267 views
Russians continue shelling Chernihiv region: 19 explosions recorded

Russians continue shelling civilian areas of Chernihiv region: 19 explosions were recorded from alleged shelling with 120-mm mortars, no casualties.

Society • May 23, 06:59 AM • 22664 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces actively attack at Pokrovske and Kurakhove directions, no advance in Kharkiv region and near Avdiivka - NGU

Over the last day, 121 combat engagements took place in the frontline, one third of them in the Pokrovske and Kurakhove sectors. The enemy did not advance in Kharkiv region and near Avdiivka.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 06:21 AM • 15370 views
In Kharkiv region, 20 people were injured in hostile shelling over the day

Russian troops shelled Kharkiv and at least two districts of the Kharkiv region, wounding 20 people and damaging residential buildings, businesses, vehicles, and infrastructure.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 06:00 AM • 20984 views
russia launched 4 missile strikes, 37 air strikes, and 376 kamikaze drone attacks over the past day

Since the beginning of the day, 121 combat engagements have taken place, during which Russian occupants launched 4 missile attacks, 37 air strikes using 47 drones and 376 kamikaze attacks on Ukrainian positions.

War in Ukraine • May 22, 08:30 PM • 71841 views
Zelenskiy plans to join D-Day events in France and G7 meeting in Italy - Politico

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy plans to attend D-Day celebrations in France and the G7 summit in Italy next month to appeal to the West for military support, demanding the confiscation of Russian assets to finance Ukraine's defense.

Politics • May 22, 06:42 PM • 58540 views
Zelenskyy: Maximum attention to the entire border now and not only in Kharkiv region, but also in Sumy region

President Zelenskyy discussed the situation at the front with the military command, emphasizing maximum attention to the entire border and inflicting maximum losses on the Russian occupiers.

War in Ukraine • May 22, 05:58 PM • 40896 views
Conflict between a man and representatives of the TCC in Kharkiv: the Recruitment Center responded

In Kharkiv, a conflict between civilians and military personnel occurred during a combat alert, resulting in the injury of a military officer who was attacked by intoxicated civilians. The Kharkiv Regional TCC and JV launched an internal investigation into the actions of the military.

Society • May 22, 05:22 PM • 23714 views
Chilean president confirms participation in peace summit - Zelensky

Zelensky discussed with Chilean President Boris the situation in the Kharkiv region, where Russia is trying to expand its invasion, and Borich confirmed his participation in the upcoming peace summit in Switzerland.

War in Ukraine • May 22, 03:56 PM • 52011 views
Should be able to fight back: Johnson on allowing Ukraine to hit the territory of the Russian Federation with American weapons

Speaker of the House of Representatives Mike Johnson believes that the United States should allow Ukraine to wage war as it sees fit, and fight back against Russia, even if American weapons strike on the territory of Russia.

War in Ukraine • May 22, 03:48 PM • 36577 views
Russian airstrikes on Kharkiv: the number of victims increased to 12

As a result of the Russian strike on Kharkiv, 12 people were injured, including a 16-year-old teenager, as well as damage to residential buildings, cars, shops and other infrastructure.

War in Ukraine • May 22, 02:56 PM • 28326 views
Albania to be represented at peace summit - Zelensky

Albania will be represented at the upcoming peace summit in Switzerland, which was announced by President Volodymyr Zelensky and Prime Minister of Albania Edi Rama.

Politics • May 22, 02:53 PM • 25945 views