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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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Russians launched an offensive in Kharkiv region, almost a hundred combat engagements on the frontline in a day - General Staff

Ukrainian troops repelled numerous Russian attacks in several areas, including Kharkiv region, inflicting losses on Russian troops and equipment as a result of air strikes and artillery shelling.

War in Ukraine • May 10, 05:03 PM • 33164 views
US prepares new $400 million military aid package for Ukraine - Politico

The United States plans to announce a new $400 million military aid package for Ukraine, including Patriot missiles, Stinger anti-aircraft missiles, Bradley fighting vehicles, MRAPs, Javelin anti-tank systems, and other ammunition.

War in Ukraine • May 10, 02:44 PM • 24557 views
Zelenskyy: Putin will go to complete destruction and occupation of Ukraine, and then Russian missiles will fly to Europe

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned that if Ukraine is not helped, Putin will move to the complete destruction and occupation of our country, after which Russian missiles will target neighboring countries.

Politics • May 10, 01:59 PM • 21756 views
Pavliuk: Ukraine is preparing new brigades, part of the forces will be deployed to defend Kyiv

Ukraine is preparing at least ten new brigades to defend Kyiv and counter an expected Russian offensive, with the defense of the capital a top priority despite intense fighting in the east.

War in Ukraine • May 10, 01:47 PM • 22565 views
Land Forces Commander warns that a critical phase of the war will begin in the next two months

In the next two months, Ukraine will enter one of the most critical phases of the war with Russia, as American aid arrives on the front lines and Russia tests Ukrainian defenses in the face of a potential major offensive.

War in Ukraine • May 10, 01:14 PM • 24496 views
Mayor: First underground school to be opened in Kharkiv tomorrow

On Saturday, May 11, the first underground school for 450 students will open in Kharkiv, allowing 900 children to be taught in two shifts.

Society • May 10, 12:30 PM • 24904 views
"The border is a gray area": Syniehubov explains whether Russian troops can enter Kharkiv region

The northern areas of Kharkiv region are a "gray zone" where active hostilities are taking place, allowing Russian troops to infiltrate certain areas during the fighting, but Ukrainian troops have successfully repelled a new wave of Russian counteroffensive in the region.

War in Ukraine • May 10, 12:29 PM • 27205 views
Border communities of Kharkiv region under intensified massive enemy shelling, there are victims - RMA

The border settlements of the Kharkiv region were subjected to intense hostile shelling, which led to destruction, injuries and deaths.

War in Ukraine • May 10, 12:24 PM • 20426 views
Teenagers who suffered as a result of a strike on the territory of an educational institution in Kharkiv are in intensive care - Terekhov

Two teenagers, aged 13 and 15, were seriously wounded during the Russian attack on a school in Kharkiv on May 8 and are now in intensive care, doctors are fighting for their lives and limbs, said the mayor of the city, Igor Terekhov.

War in Ukraine • May 10, 12:10 PM • 21456 views
Russia launched an offensive in the Kharkiv sector, Ukraine managed to stop the occupiers with artillery fire - Zelensky

Ukraine successfully repelled a new wave of Russian counterattacks in the Kharkiv sector with artillery fire after preparing for an offensive.

War in Ukraine • May 10, 11:52 AM • 22793 views
Russia intends to create a 10-kilometer buffer zone on the border, fighting continues - media about Kharkiv region

Russia intends to create a 10-kilometer buffer zone on the border, fighting continues on the border of Kharkiv region, reports Suspilne.

War in Ukraine • May 10, 11:50 AM • 18869 views
The situation in the power system is not the most difficult, but there will be new challenges in the summer - Ukrenergo

The current situation in the power grid is not the most difficult, but new challenges are expected in the summer due to power shortages caused by damage.

Economy • May 10, 11:36 AM • 19850 views
Kharkiv region: amid intensification of Russian strikes in the north, RMA indicates residents of two areas to evacuate

Enemy shelling intensified in the Kharkiv region, forcing the authorities to call on residents of Vovchansk and Lipetsk districts to evacuate by calling the hotline 0-800-33-92-91 for help and support.

Society • May 10, 11:00 AM • 100507 views
There is no panic in the city and there will be no panic: Terekhov on the situation in Kharkiv

There is no panic among residents in Kharkiv, despite a turbulent night when rocket attacks damaged 26 buildings, severely destroyed two of them and demolished one, and injured two people, including a child.

Society • May 10, 10:56 AM • 33364 views
Ministry of Defense: Ukrainian Armed Forces defend positions in Kharkiv region, enemy attempted to break through defense line in the morning, attacks repelled, fighting continues, reserves deployed

The Ukrainian Armed Forces repelled attacks by Russians trying to break through the defense line in Kharkiv region, and fighting of varying intensity continues as reserves are being brought in to strengthen the defense.

War in Ukraine • May 10, 10:19 AM • 23454 views
eRestoration program: more than 54 thousand applications for restoration of damaged housing approved

More than 54,000 applications for compensation for damaged housing were satisfied, and more than 6,000 certificates for compensation for destroyed housing were issued under the Ukraine Recovery Program in its first year.

Society • May 10, 09:00 AM • 27814 views
Electricity shortages persist: Ukraine accepts emergency aid from the EU, plans restrictions for industry and possible emergency blackouts

Ukraine is experiencing significant electricity shortages for most of the day due to widespread damage to power plants, necessitating emergency imports from neighboring countries and limiting consumption for industry from 6:00 p. m. to 7:00 a.m., with potential emergency blackouts if consumption increases.

War in Ukraine • May 10, 07:49 AM • 28171 views
ISW: Russian army has significantly increased the pace of attacks in the east over the past month

Over the past month, Russian troops have significantly increased the pace of ground attacks in eastern Ukraine, likely to consolidate their positions before Western military aid arrives to help Ukrainian forces.

War in Ukraine • May 10, 07:00 AM • 50935 views
The Air Force named the directions of the Russian night attack

Russian troops launched drones in the direction of southern Ukraine and attacked Kharkiv with anti-aircraft missiles, destroying all drones and damaging Kharkiv's civilian infrastructure.

War in Ukraine • May 10, 06:25 AM • 37227 views
Explosions occurred in Sumy - media

On Friday morning, explosions were heard in Sumy. An air alert was declared in Sumy and Kharkiv regions.

War in Ukraine • May 10, 06:17 AM • 54690 views
Kharkiv region: Russia strikes at Kharkiv at night, one dead, four wounded, including a child

On the night of May 10, Russian troops launched a missile attack on Kharkiv. As a result of the enemy attacks, one person was killed and four were injured, including an 11-year-old child.

War in Ukraine • May 10, 05:54 AM • 42298 views
Consequences of a missile strike on Kharkiv: an 11-year-old child and a woman were injured

An 11-year-old child and a 72-year-old woman suffered acute stress reactions as a result of the rocket attack on Kharkiv.

War in Ukraine • May 10, 04:27 AM • 25406 views
Air Force confirms downing of 10 Russian attack drones

The Ukrainian Air Force confirms the destruction of 10 Russian Shahid attack drones and two S-300/S-400 anti-aircraft missile systems launched from Crimea and Belgorod region during a night attack.

War in Ukraine • May 10, 04:01 AM • 26981 views
Russians shell Kharkiv, one wounded

One person was injured as a result of damage to a private house in Kharkiv during an air raid on the night of May 10.

Society • May 10, 01:18 AM • 24516 views
Explosions were heard in Kharkiv

In Kharkiv, explosions were heard due to enemy shelling, and the head of the regional military administration reported the launch of guided aerial bombs by tactical aircraft in the region.

Society • May 10, 12:26 AM • 24171 views
Kyiv Court of Appeal finds NACP's order against acting CCU Head Holovaty unlawful

The Kyiv Administrative Court of Appeal has declared the NACP's order against acting Chief Justice of the Constitutional Court of Ukraine Serhiy Holovaty illegal, overturning the court's previous decision and closing the case for lack of administrative offense.

Politics • May 9, 06:19 PM • 44734 views
Ukrainian Defense Ministry: 76 combat engagements in the frontline over the last day, Russians attacked in two sectors with air support

Ukrainian Armed Forces repelled 76 combat engagements along the frontline over the last day, with the enemy conducting most of its attacks in the Bakhmut and Avdiivka sectors, trying to improve its tactical position with the support of aviation, but suffering heavy losses.

War in Ukraine • May 9, 04:35 PM • 44702 views
Not just Donbas: Zelensky says russians have increased their troops everywhere

According to President Zelenskyy, the russians have increased the number of troops across Ukraine, especially in the north and east, taking advantage of a pause in the supply of weapons.

War in Ukraine • May 9, 03:01 PM • 17544 views
Russians hit an idle gas station in Kharkiv district with drones

Russian Lancet UAVs attacked an idle gas station in Dergachi, Kharkiv region, damaging equipment and a nearby car, but there were no casualties.

War in Ukraine • May 9, 12:46 PM • 15892 views
Memorial days in Ukraine: more than 12 thousand law enforcement officers will provide security

More than 12,000 law enforcement officers will ensure public safety and public order at more than 9,000 cemeteries during the memorial days in Ukraine, with some restrictions due to the mine danger in some regions.

Society • May 9, 11:47 AM • 17882 views