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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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Over the day, russia launched 13 missile strikes, 118 air attacks, and 120 volleyball attacks

Over the past day, 155 combat engagements took place, with russia launching 13 missile attacks, 118 air strikes and 120 attacks from multiple launch rocket systems at Ukrainian positions and localities.

War in Ukraine • May 12, 05:28 AM • 27251 views
An explosion occurs in Kharkiv

An explosion occurred in Kharkiv, Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • May 11, 07:49 PM • 45459 views
Firefighters prevent forest fire in Kharkiv region from spreading under enemy fire

Rescuers and foresters have prevented the spread of a 5-hectare forest fire caused by enemy shelling in Kharkiv region.

Society • May 11, 07:11 PM • 55012 views
Ukrzaliznytsia turns off lights at major stations during peak hours to save electricity

During rush hours, Ukrzaliznytsia turns off the lighting on the facades and in certain areas of major railway stations to save electricity.

Society • May 11, 06:54 PM • 44378 views
russia strikes at Kharkiv suburb

According to the mayor of Kharkiv, there is an arrival in the suburbs.

Society • May 11, 06:18 PM • 38945 views
Zelenskyy: Defensive operations continue in Kharkiv region, troops conduct counterattack operations

President Zelenskiy said that defensive operations are underway in Kharkiv region, while the situation in Donetsk region remains tense, with more than 30 military clashes daily, as Ukraine thwarts Russian offensive plans.

War in Ukraine • May 11, 04:40 PM • 102039 views
Kharkiv region: occupants fired 20 KABs at Vovchanska community, there are victims

Russian shelling killed two civilians and injured one in the Vovchansk community of Kharkiv region.

War in Ukraine • May 11, 03:14 PM • 34704 views
First underground school opened in Kharkiv - mayor

620 children will start studying in Kharkiv's first underground school next Monday, and due to high demand, at least three more such schools are planned to be built.

Society • May 11, 02:41 PM • 30588 views
The enemy is localized in the "gray zone": Voloshyn on the situation in the north of Kharkiv region

The armed forces have localized the enemy in the "gray zone" in Kharkiv region, which is not expanding, and are trying to destroy it there.

War in Ukraine • May 11, 02:02 PM • 25561 views
All children were evacuated from some settlements in the north of Kharkiv region - Syniehubov

According to the head of the Kharkiv regional military administration, all children have been evacuated from northern settlements such as Strilecha, Pilne and Borysivka in Kharkiv region, while 28 civilians refused to be evacuated from these areas.

Society • May 11, 01:29 PM • 55353 views
There are no grounds for evacuation from Kharkiv at the moment - RMA head

Despite the active hostilities in the north of Kharkiv region, there are currently no grounds to announce an evacuation from Kharkiv, as the situation is under full control.

War in Ukraine • May 11, 12:57 PM • 54543 views
RMA: 2526 people have already been evacuated from northern districts of Kharkiv region

2,526 people have been evacuated from the northern districts of Kharkiv region, where active hostilities are currently taking place, with the majority of evacuees coming from Vovchansk and the rest from other districts such as Zolochiv, Bohodukhiv and Kharkiv.

War in Ukraine • May 11, 12:12 PM • 47988 views
"Active hostilities are ongoing" - Sinehubov on the situation in the north of Kharkiv region

Active hostilities continue in the north of Kharkiv region, the enemy is trying to advance deeper, but the situation is under control.

War in Ukraine • May 11, 11:44 AM • 33376 views
Voloshyn: Defense forces fire at occupants in Kharkiv region, defensive battles continue

In the Kharkiv region, the Armed Forces of Ukraine repelled 9 Russian attacks in the morning, fighting defensive battles to deter the enemy offensive and destroy the occupiers.

War in Ukraine • May 11, 09:06 AM • 43247 views
"Unfortunately, the situation is not changing, the situation is difficult" - military administration on the situation in Kupyansk district

The situation in the Kupyansk district remains difficult but under the control of the Defense Forces, and critical infrastructure such as water and electricity supply is functioning normally despite constant Russian assaults and shelling.

War in Ukraine • May 11, 07:57 AM • 32152 views
Ukraine takes emergency electricity aid from the EU, industry limited until morning - Energy Ministry

Due to damage to energy infrastructure and shelling, Ukraine received emergency electricity supplies from Poland, Romania, and Slovakia, and more than 1,000 consumers in Kharkiv region were cut off from gas supply.

War in Ukraine • May 11, 07:31 AM • 43661 views
Russian shelling intensifies in Kharkiv region, with casualties

Dozens of settlements in the Kharkiv region came under Russian artillery and mortar fire, resulting in civilian casualties and destruction of residential areas, and Vovchansk was heavily shelled.

War in Ukraine • May 11, 06:19 AM • 26581 views
White House: US aid flow will allow Ukraine to survive through 2024

The Biden administration is confident that Ukraine will withstand Russia's intensified attacks on the front line, and the United States will provide the necessary equipment, weapons, and assistance.

War in Ukraine • May 11, 06:09 AM • 30305 views
Over the day, russia launched 7 missile strikes, 108 air attacks, and 120 attacks from multiple launch rocket systems

Over the past day, russia launched 7 missile strikes, 108 air strikes and 120 attacks from multiple launch rocket systems at Ukrainian positions and localities in various regions.

War in Ukraine • May 11, 05:24 AM • 32139 views
Occupants refuse to attack Kharkiv due to fears of Ukrainian defense - ATESH

Some russian soldiers from the 44th Army Corps refused to attack the Kharkiv region because they were aware of the strong Ukrainian defense and failed reconnaissance attempts.

War in Ukraine • May 11, 03:14 AM • 114795 views
Kharkiv plans to create underground operating, resuscitation and cultural facilities

Kharkiv plans to create operating and resuscitation rooms underground on the basis of existing medical facilities, as well as expand the network of underground cultural institutions to maintain safety and ensure the continuous functioning of cultural and medical life.

Culture • May 11, 02:02 AM • 36778 views
An explosion occurs in Kharkiv

An explosion was heard in Kharkiv, Ukraine.

Society • May 10, 11:53 PM • 31213 views
Tactical aviation launches of the cruise missile system in Kharkiv region

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine informs that Russian tactical aviation has launched anti-missile systems in Kharkiv region.

War in Ukraine • May 10, 09:41 PM • 21285 views
Explosions occurred in Kharkiv

The explosions took place in Kharkiv.

Society • May 10, 09:11 PM • 21784 views
The enemy is attacking: missile danger in Kharkiv and Poltava regions

Air Force of Ukraine informs about missile threat in Kharkiv and Poltava regions.

War in Ukraine • May 10, 09:07 PM • 22700 views
Defensive actions against enemy forces continue in Kharkiv region: report from the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

In the Kharkiv region, active defensive battles continue against russian troops trying to advance deeper into Ukrainian territory.

War in Ukraine • May 10, 08:20 PM • 55597 views
We are adding forces to the Kharkiv direction and along the state border: Zelensky says occupiers tried to expand operations against Ukraine

President Zelenskyy said that Russian troops had tried to expand operations against Ukraine, especially in the Kharkiv region, but Ukrainian troops were responding and would invariably destroy the occupier to thwart any Russian offensive.

War in Ukraine • May 10, 06:48 PM • 54413 views
Kharkiv, Donetsk, and Chasiv Yar: Zelensky listens to Syrsky's report on the situation at the front

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy heard a report from the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi on the situation at the front.

War in Ukraine • May 10, 06:16 PM • 35338 views
The longest air alert for the region during the war continues in Kharkiv region - media

The air raid in Kharkiv region lasted more than 9 hours, setting a new record for the longest air raid during the war.

War in Ukraine • May 10, 06:15 PM • 21718 views
Explosion occurs in Kharkiv - media

An explosion occurs in Kharkiv, forcing authorities to urge residents to stay in shelters until the air raid is canceled.

War in Ukraine • May 10, 05:21 PM • 92509 views