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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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Many wounded in Kharkiv following morning Russian strikePhoto

As a result of the morning UAV attack on Kharkiv, 28 civilians were injured, including three children. Three of the wounded are in serious condition in the hospital.

War in Ukraine • May 14, 08:56 AM • 5226 views
Russia attacked ports and railways during a massive attack

The enemy attacked the ports of the Odesa region, the railway, and residential buildings in six cities. Kyiv, Kharkiv, Odesa, Sumy, and other settlements came under fire.

War in Ukraine • May 14, 06:00 AM • 4526 views
Night attack on Kharkiv caused damage in three districts of the city

The enemy attacked three districts of Kharkiv with drones. Cars in garages and the glazing of a residential building were damaged; there are no casualties.

Society • May 13, 10:04 PM • 21656 views
Russia launched 23 strikes on Ukrzaliznytsia facilities in seven regions

The enemy attacked railway facilities in seven regions, damaging depots and locomotives. As a result of the shelling in Zdolbuniv, two of the company's employees were killed.

Society • May 13, 08:19 PM • 15832 views
Seven regions partially without power due to Russian attacks and bad weather; fire extinguished in the Chernobyl zone

Due to shelling and severe weather, consumers in seven regions of Ukraine have been de-energized. A fire was extinguished in the Chernobyl zone; the radiation background remains within normal limits.

Society • May 13, 07:15 AM • 5692 views
Enemy attacks cut power to parts of 5 regions and claimed the lives of two energy workers

Due to shelling, residents of five regions are without electricity, and two energy workers were killed in the Donetsk region. A fire is being extinguished in the Chernobyl zone; radiation levels remain normal.

Society • May 12, 07:03 AM • 9518 views
Russian propagandists spread fake news about a "hantavirus outbreak" among AFU servicemenPhoto

Russian propaganda spread a fake story about a hantavirus outbreak and losses in the Ukrainian army. Official sources refute these claims due to a lack of evidence.

War in Ukraine • May 9, 11:03 PM • 7227 views
Four people injured, including two children, after drone attack in Kharkiv

A Russian drone struck the technical floor of a nine-story building in Kharkiv. Four casualties have already been recorded.

War in Ukraine • May 9, 08:20 PM • 4056 views
Enemy drone attacks high-rise building in Kharkiv - RMA

In the Industrial district of Kharkiv, an enemy UAV struck a nine-story building. There is no information on casualties; emergency services are working at the scene.

War in Ukraine • May 9, 07:36 PM • 4072 views
Ukraine is actively working on the repair of six highways, with the highest pace of work in the capital regionVideo

Since the beginning of the year, 9 million m² of pavement have been restored on state highways. By June, they plan to repair more than 10 million m² of roads in key regions.

Society • May 9, 04:24 PM • 4238 views
In Kharkiv, a 4-year-old boy died after falling from a window; his mother has been served a notice of suspicionPhoto

In Kharkiv, a 4-year-old boy died after falling from the fourth floor. His mother was detained for leaving children unattended in a locked apartment.

Society • May 8, 12:12 PM • 7788 views
Number of injured in Russian drone attack on Kharkiv has increased – consequences shownPhotoVideo

Nine people were injured due to the drone strike on Kharkiv, including three children. Damage to 38 residential buildings was recorded in the city's private sector.

War in Ukraine • May 7, 09:17 AM • 4187 views
Kharkiv hit by Russian drone attack; two children among six injured

The enemy attacked the Novobavarskyi district of Kharkiv with UAVs, damaging houses, cars, and a kiosk. Six civilians were injured, including girls aged 7 and 15.

War in Ukraine • May 7, 08:51 AM • 3945 views
Electricity consumption rises in Ukraine due to heat; outages reported in 5 regions following Russian attacks

Energy consumption is increasing due to the heat and air conditioning, but no rolling blackouts are planned. Shelling has cut off power for some residents in five regions of Ukraine.

Society • May 7, 07:17 AM • 6595 views
UN releases data on hundreds of civilian casualties in Ukraine since May 1

Since May 1, at least 70 civilians have been killed and over 500 wounded in Ukraine. The UN has recorded numerous strikes on cities in various regions of the country.

Society • May 6, 10:42 PM • 16196 views
Russia violated the ceasefire, Putin only cares about military parades - Foreign Minister

Andrii Sybiha reported Russia's violation of the ceasefire. The occupiers launched 108 drones and 3 missiles, including at Kharkiv and Zaporizhzhia.

War in Ukraine • May 6, 06:48 AM • 5360 views
The Russian Federation attacked Kharkiv at night despite the ceasefire; there is a casualty and fires in residential areas

Private houses were damaged and fires broke out in Kharkiv due to nighttime Russian strikes. A 48-year-old woman was injured; emergency services are working at the impact sites.

War in Ukraine • May 6, 04:13 AM • 4354 views
Death toll from Russian strike on Merefa rises to seven, 14 wounded under medical supervision

The death toll in Merefa has risen following the passing of a 59-year-old man in the hospital. Another 14 wounded are currently under the supervision of Kharkiv medics.

War in Ukraine • May 4, 03:15 PM • 3016 views
Russian drone attacks bread delivery van on Kharkiv region highway, injuries reportedPhotoVideo

Near the village of Kamyana Yaruga, a Lancet drone struck a civilian van used for transporting bread. The driver and the forwarding agent were injured, and the vehicle was damaged.

War in Ukraine • May 4, 05:14 AM • 3917 views
Russians strike Kharkiv with drones again on May 2 – civilians wounded

The enemy attacked three districts of Kharkiv with drones, causing new destruction. Two civilian residents in the Kholodnohirskyi district sustained injuries.

Society • May 2, 12:34 PM • 4367 views
Russian drones attacked a gas station and a car dealership in Kharkiv on May 2 - three people injured

Russian drones attacked a gas station and a car dealership in two districts of Kharkiv. As a result of the strikes, three residents sustained injuries and acute stress reactions.

Society • May 2, 09:08 AM • 9413 views
Russian UAV strike on Kharkiv on May 2: number of casualties rises, medical assistance providedPhoto

A 23-year-old man sustained injuries from broken glass shards. Additionally, a 25-year-old man and a 77-year-old woman suffered acute stress reactions.

Society • May 2, 05:41 AM • 11593 views
Drone strike on Kharkiv: nine vehicles destroyed or damaged

Russian drones attacked the Kholodnohirskyi district of Kharkiv, causing a fire. As a result of the hit, two vehicles were destroyed and seven others were damaged.

War in Ukraine • May 2, 03:48 AM • 11741 views
Night Shahed strike on a Kharkiv high-rise – one person injuredPhoto

In Kharkiv, a drone hit the 12th floor of a residential building in the Shevchenkivskyi district. One man was injured; the munition miraculously failed to detonate.

War in Ukraine • May 2, 01:13 AM • 16231 views
Major repairs of key international highways completed ahead of schedule – Prime Minister

On international highways, 7. 3 million square meters of pavement have been repaired, which constitutes 104% of the plan. By June, road restoration volumes are expected to increase to 10 million square meters.

Economy • May 1, 01:27 PM • 59669 views
Russian drones hit gas stations in Kharkiv region, vehicles damaged, casualties reported - SESPhotoVideo

Russian troops attacked five gas stations in Kharkiv and Chuhuiv with drones. Ten vehicles and equipment were damaged, and two men were injured.

Society • May 1, 12:29 PM • 3785 views
Car explodes near supermarket in Kharkiv, passerby injured - Prosecutor's Office

A car exploded near a supermarket in Kharkiv, injuring a passerby. The blast wave damaged the windows of nearby buildings and the store premises.

Crimes and emergencies • April 29, 07:01 PM • 3197 views
In Khmelnytskyi region, a serviceman was notified of suspicion for torturing a woman

The SBI has notified a serviceman of suspicion for beating his former girlfriend and burning her face with a cigarette. The court remanded the suspect in custody without the possibility of bail.

Society • April 29, 02:28 PM • 3297 views
In Kharkiv, a convict who violated the prison regime received a new sentence after 28 disciplinary sanctions

In Kharkiv, a prisoner received an additional year in prison for 28 violations of the regime in the colony. The man's total prison term increased to 7 years and 5 months.

Society • April 29, 01:31 PM • 2982 views
8 people injured in Russian drone attack on Kharkiv and suburbsPhoto

Overnight, the enemy attacked Kharkiv and the village of Kotliary with Geran-2 type unmanned aerial vehicles. Eight civilians sustained injuries and acute stress reactions.

War in Ukraine • April 29, 07:09 AM • 3327 views