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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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In Kharkiv, the Art Museum is on fire after a Russian attack; municipal workers are rescuing paintingsPhotoVideo

Due to a Russian drone attack, the Art Museum is on fire in Kharkiv. Rescuers and municipal services are attempting to save paintings and other valuable exhibits.

War in Ukraine • June 14, 04:31 PM • 26724 views
Russian agent who manufactured 12 kg of explosives for terrorist attacks detained in KharkivPhoto

SBU Counterintelligence has detained an FSB agent in Kharkiv who was planning bombings in the city center. Twelve kilograms of improvised explosives were seized from the perpetrator.

War in Ukraine • June 11, 07:33 AM • 3552 views
The number of casualties from the massive drone attack in Kharkiv has risen to tenPhoto

Due to Russian strikes on two districts of Kharkiv, the number of casualties has increased to 10 people. Residential buildings and civilian infrastructure came under fire.

Society • June 10, 12:47 PM • 3398 views
Kharkiv suffered a massive drone attack - 26 strikes recorded, 5 people injured

Russian troops launched 26 UAV strikes on the Kholodnohirskyi and Kyivskyi districts of Kharkiv. Five women received medical assistance for acute stress reactions.

War in Ukraine • June 10, 04:16 AM • 4211 views
Russian strike on a residential building in Kharkiv – there are wounded, houses destroyedPhoto

In the Kholodnohirskyi district of Kharkiv, houses and utility networks were damaged due to shelling. Two women, aged 48 and 71, were injured and received medical assistance.

Society • June 9, 06:51 PM • 11967 views
Russians strike civilian car with FPV drone in Kharkiv region - casualties and fatality reported

Near Pytomnyk, Russians struck a car carrying five civilians with an FPV drone. A 70-year-old woman was killed, and four other people were hospitalized with injuries.

Society • June 9, 04:35 PM • 5139 views
The Russian Federation attacked four districts of Kharkiv with drones; there are casualties and destruction

The Russian army attacked four districts of Kharkiv with drones, damaging a building and a car. Two women received medical assistance for an acute stress reaction.

War in Ukraine • June 9, 03:58 PM • 2949 views
Summer train schedule to take effect in Ukraine starting June 28: what will change

Starting June 28, Ukrzaliznytsia is launching 12 new routes and extending services to the mountains. Ticket sales for the updated schedule start today.

Society • June 9, 03:45 PM • 3146 views
Shelling of energy facilities and bad weather have left eight regions partially without power - Ministry of Energy

Due to shelling and severe weather conditions, consumers in eight regions were left without electricity. Outage schedules have not been introduced, but the public is asked to conserve energy during evening hours.

Society • June 9, 07:14 AM • 5005 views
Massive Russian attack on Kharkiv and Chuhuiv: three dead and over 20 injuredPhoto

As a result of overnight strikes on the Kharkiv region, three people were killed, including a pregnant woman. More than 20 people were injured, and significant destruction was recorded.

War in Ukraine • June 9, 06:24 AM • 3518 views
In Kharkiv, 15 people were injured, including two children, following a massive Russian drone attackVideo

On the night of June 9, Russia attacked Kharkiv with drones, with 11 hits recorded on civilian objects. 15 people were injured, including two children.

War in Ukraine • June 9, 02:13 AM • 23827 views
Russian drones attacked Kharkiv; a series of explosions occurred in the city

On the night of June 9, Russians attacked Kharkiv with drones, striking two districts of the city. Specialists are determining the consequences of the hits and gathering information about casualties.

War in Ukraine • June 8, 10:13 PM • 3866 views
Next-generation interceptors: Ministry of Defense states Ukrainian drones are already autonomously downing ShahedsVideo

A Brave1 participant has created a system that automates UAV interception by 95%. The development successfully passed combat trials in the Kharkiv region.

War in Ukraine • June 8, 02:45 PM • 5589 views
In Kharkiv, a Russian attack damaged a Nova Poshta depot where shipments worth nearly one million UAH were stored

An enemy drone damaged a Nova Poshta depot in Kharkiv containing parcels worth a million hryvnias. The company will pay compensation to customers for the lost shipments.

Society • June 8, 09:59 AM • 8623 views
Russians partially destroyed an Ukrposhta hub during attack on KharkivPhotoVideo

At night, enemy drones attacked Kharkiv, hitting an Ukrposhta warehouse. There were no casualties; the company promises compensation.

War in Ukraine • June 8, 05:42 AM • 3912 views
Russians are systematically attacking logistics between Kharkiv and Sumy - "Flash"PhotoVideo

Occupiers are striking a section of the highway near Bohodukhiv, 20 km from the border. Risks for civilian transport on the route between Kharkiv and Sumy are increasing.

Society • June 6, 04:40 PM • 10400 views
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June 5 is World Environment Day: How Ukrainians are changing their eco-habitsPhoto

Ukraine is implementing a new waste management hierarchy and business accountability. Communities are actively sorting waste and composting despite the shelling.

Society • June 5, 02:02 PM • 136855 views
Ukraine expands list of young doctors eligible for UAH 200,000 in targeted employment assistance

The government has expanded the list of young doctors eligible to receive 200,000 hryvnias in assistance. Payments are available to specialists in territories of possible combat operations.

Society • June 4, 12:48 PM • 3285 views
Russian strike on a farm in Kharkiv region claims two lives, woman killed in KharkivPhoto

Two men killed and six wounded in strike on farm in Rokytne. In Kharkiv, a woman died from shelling and a pumping station was damaged.

War in Ukraine • June 3, 11:20 AM • 3358 views
As strikes on Russian military targets increase, Moscow is issuing more fakes about attacks on civilians - CCD of the NSDC

Head of the CCD Kovalenko stated that Russian fakes regarding attacks on civilians have intensified. The RF is inventing lies to justify systemic terror against Ukrainians.

War in Ukraine • June 3, 09:17 AM • 4050 views
Number of wounded rises in Kharkiv; one killed in the region due to Russian strikesPhoto

Six people were injured in Kharkiv due to morning shelling. In the region, one person was killed and another wounded as a result of a drone attack on a farm.

War in Ukraine • June 3, 08:27 AM • 3582 views
Russia's morning drone attack on Kharkiv caused a fire and injured 4 peoplePhoto

On Wednesday morning, the enemy attacked Kharkiv with drones, resulting in four people being injured. A hangar and vehicles were damaged in two districts of the city.

War in Ukraine • June 3, 06:43 AM • 3176 views
130 injured, 22 dead, including two children: Zelenskyy on the consequences of the Russian attack

The Russian attack killed 22 people, including two children, and injured another 130. The enemy launched over 70 missiles and hundreds of drones at residential sectors.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 06:07 PM • 4020 views
In Kyiv, the number of casualties from the Russian attack has risen to 90

In Kyiv, following the shelling on June 2, 90 casualties and 6 deaths have been recorded. 52 wounded remain in hospitals, including two children.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 05:07 PM • 4744 views
SBU dismantles six large-scale weapons trafficking channelsPhoto

The SBU dismantled six channels for the sale of captured weapons, detaining military personnel and civilians. 130 grenade launchers and 20,000 rounds of ammunition were seized.

Society • June 2, 01:52 PM • 5885 views
During Russia's attack on Ukraine on June 2, Kyiv residents lacked space in the metro for shelter - ZelenskaPhoto

During the attack on June 2, Kyiv residents took cover in the overcrowded metro with tents. The enemy deployed 729 targets, causing casualties and significant destruction.

Society • June 2, 11:36 AM • 7176 views
Russian drone attacks locomotive in Kharkiv region, injuring railway worker

A railway worker was injured due to a drone strike on a locomotive in the Kharkiv region. Trains are operating with minimal delays, and emergency services are working at the scene.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 09:46 AM • 3652 views
Russian strike on Ukraine claims 13 lives, 6 missing in Dnipro - Ministry of Internal AffairsPhoto

As a result of the attack, 13 people were killed and over 100 wounded. Residential buildings, hospitals, and infrastructure facilities were destroyed in Kyiv, Dnipro, and Kharkiv.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 06:59 AM • 38692 views
11 dead and over 100 injured following Russia's massive attack on UkrainePhoto

As a result of Russia's overnight attack, 11 people were killed and more than 100 sustained injuries. Residential buildings, hospitals, and kindergartens were damaged in Kyiv and Dnipro.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 06:37 AM • 3883 views
Russia attacked Ukraine with 73 missiles and 656 drones: air defense results

Air defense shot down 40 missiles and 602 drones during a massive attack on Ukraine. The main strike targeted Kyiv, with hits recorded at 38 locations.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 05:41 AM • 4256 views