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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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Used a gas canister against a soldier: border guards detained the offender

In Zhytomyr region, border guards detained a man who tried to escape and used a gas canister against a border guard. He faces up to 5 years in prison.

Society • June 2, 02:13 PM • 2183 views
Strike on Kharkiv on June 2: the type of missile could not be determined

Russian occupiers attacked Kharkiv with drones and missiles on June 2, wounding six civilians, including a child. Houses and cars were damaged, the type of missiles is being determined.

Society • June 2, 11:17 AM • 6543 views
Combined strikes on Kharkiv: six wounded, including two children

On the morning of June 2, Russia attacked Kharkiv with missiles and drones, wounding six people, including two children. Houses and a civilian enterprise were damaged, windows were broken.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 02:37 AM • 71011 views
Kharkiv was attacked by Russian drones, a fire broke out

On the night of June 2, Russian troops attacked Kharkiv with drones, explosions were heard in the Shevchenkivskyi and Kholodnohirskyi districts. As a result of the shelling, a fire broke out.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 01:39 AM • 84095 views
Teenagers tortured a boy in Dnipropetrovsk region, filming the abuse: details

In Solony, Dnipropetrovsk region, juvenile police identified the persons who tortured the boy. The teenagers undressed him, beat him and filmed it on video near the water on May 28.

Society • June 1, 05:53 PM • 14876 views
In Zhytomyr region, a man threw a grenade into a crowd: six people were injured

In the Zhytomyr region, a man threw a combat grenade at a group of people due to personal dislike. As a result of the explosion, six people were injured, including random passers-by, and they were hospitalized.

Society • June 1, 05:00 PM • 7532 views
The enemy has intensified: more than 80 combat clashes in a day, attacks continue

The Defense Forces of Ukraine are deterring the advance of Russian troops, 83 combat clashes have been recorded. The greatest enemy activity is observed in the Pokrovsk direction, where fierce battles are ongoing.

Society • June 1, 02:52 PM • 7504 views
In Kharkiv, a man in military uniform opened fire with a machine gun: he was detained with special equipment

In Kharkiv, a man in military uniform opened fire with an automatic weapon in a residential area. The police detained the attacker with the use of special equipment and firearms.

Crimes and emergencies • May 31, 04:38 PM • 4717 views
Night attack on Kharkiv: one person injured, fires in the city

On the night of May 31, Kharkiv was attacked by enemy UAVs, the Shevchenkivskyi and Kyivskyi districts were affected. In total, eight hits were recorded, there is damage and one person injured.

War in Ukraine • May 31, 01:59 AM • 18140 views
Russia attacked Kharkiv with kamikaze drones: what is known about the night attack

Overnight on May 31, the Russians attacked Kharkiv, with the Shevchenkivskyi district under attack. Local authorities report explosions and an attack by enemy UAVs.

War in Ukraine • May 31, 12:30 AM • 10364 views
General Staff on the situation at the front: 149 combat clashes per day, hottest - Pokrovsk

Since the beginning of the day, 149 combat clashes have taken place. The Russians involved 1,384 kamikaze drones and carried out 4,355 shellings. The most tense situation is in the Pokrovsk direction.

War in Ukraine • May 30, 08:05 PM • 5937 views
New Zealand volunteer Sean Le Kerns died defending Ukraine

A volunteer from New Zealand, Sean Le Kerns, died during combat operations. He defended Ukraine in the ranks of the Defense Forces, as reported by the Ambassador of Ukraine to Australia.

War in Ukraine • May 30, 02:35 PM • 4890 views
Military about the situation in the Kupyansk direction: difficult, but controlled

Volodymyr Valchuk reported that the situation in the Kupyansk direction is difficult, but controlled. The Russians are trying to accumulate forces and conduct assault operations with small groups of infantry, without armored vehicles.

War in Ukraine • May 30, 02:35 PM • 2735 views
Statements by Russian war correspondents that the occupiers almost started moving towards Kharkiv are a lie: the National Security and Defense Council clarified the situation

The Russians are conducting reconnaissance by fighting in small groups in the north of Kharkiv region. Information about the preparation of an offensive on Kharkiv is not true.

War in Ukraine • May 30, 12:18 PM • 2420 views
"We must be resolute and not bargain with the aggressor": Zelenskyy sent a message to partners after the night attack by the Russian Federation

The President of Ukraine reacted to the night attack by the Russian Federation, emphasizing that Russia will not abandon its strategy of destruction without sufficient pressure. Zelenskyy called on the United States, Europe, and all those who strive for peace to be resolute and not bargain with the aggressor.

War in Ukraine • May 30, 09:49 AM • 2199 views
Drone strike on Kharkiv: a 61-year-old woman was injured

As a result of the night drone attack on Kharkiv on May 30, eight hits were recorded in the Slobidskyi district. A 61-year-old employee of the utility company, who was on the territory of the enterprise, was injured.

War in Ukraine • May 30, 01:54 AM • 3740 views
Explosions Heard in Kharkiv: City Under Massive UAV Attack

On the night of May 30, Kharkiv was subjected to a massive UAV attack. Mayor Ihor Terekhov reported explosions in the city, and the Air Force warned of a ballistic missile threat.

War in Ukraine • May 30, 12:25 AM • 17789 views
Misappropriated and "laundered" funds from one of the largest oil refineries in Ukraine: law enforcement officers conducted almost 50 searches

Investigators conducted 49 searches in Kyiv, Kharkiv, Odesa, and Dnipro. The searches were conducted in the case of embezzlement of funds from one of the largest oil refineries in Ukraine.

Crimes and emergencies • May 29, 08:30 PM • 12948 views
How the Last Bell 2025 will be held in Ukraine: safety and regional features

The Last Bell 2025 will be held in various formats: online in the frontline zones and traditionally in regions remote from the fighting. Student safety is the main priority.

Society • May 29, 01:16 PM • 155416 views
Russian troops are stuck on the Oskol: the Armed Forces do not allow the enemy to build pontoon bridges to create a real threat to Kupyansk

The Russians are storming Vovchansk in small groups, trying to gain a foothold on the Oskol. The Armed Forces of Ukraine are thwarting their attempts to build crossings, complicating logistics and the threat to Kupyansk.

War in Ukraine • May 29, 10:21 AM • 3626 views
In the Poltava region, a school bus with ten children flew into a ditch: there are injuries

In the Poltava region, a school bus with 10 children drove into a ditch. Boys aged 6-7 were injured. The police are investigating the circumstances of the accident.

Society • May 28, 01:22 PM • 3583 views
The Armed Forces of Ukraine denied information that the Russian Federation had transferred 50,000 soldiers to attack Kharkiv

Information about the transfer of a 50,000-strong Russian group to the Ukrainian border in order to attack Kharkiv is not true. This was reported by the Operational-Tactical Group "Kharkiv".

War in Ukraine • May 28, 10:22 AM • 2671 views
Suburbs of Kharkiv were subjected to a massive Russian attack overnight: the Prosecutor's Office showed the consequences

Overnight, Russian forces attacked the Kharkiv region with drones, resulting in one death and seven injuries, including a child. Vasyshcheve and Eskhar were under attack.

War in Ukraine • May 28, 09:00 AM • 2293 views
Night Attack on Kharkiv Region: Eight People Injured, Including a Child

Overnight on May 28, eight people, including a four-year-old child, were injured in the Kharkiv region as a result of shelling. The wounded received the necessary medical assistance.

War in Ukraine • May 28, 12:07 AM • 3254 views
Attack on Kharkiv: At least 4 explosions heard

Explosions rang out in Kharkiv on the night of May 28. The mayor reported that the sounds of explosions were heard from the suburbs and called on residents to remain in shelters.

War in Ukraine • May 27, 09:59 PM • 10265 views
NSDC on the accumulation of Russian forces in the Kursk and Belgorod regions: all the activity of the Russians is accompanied by propaganda about the "collapse of the front"

Andriy Kovalenko stated that the aggressive propaganda of the Russian Federation about the "collapse of the front" does not correspond to reality. The Defense Forces are ready for the enemy's actions, their capabilities are exaggerated.

War in Ukraine • May 27, 04:43 PM • 3346 views
Lawsuit against Sony for the right to trade in "gray" equipment and beating a buyer: who is behind the Stylus network

UNN has already written about two large networks that are suspected of shadow business - “Yabko” and “Yabluka”. This time we decided to turn our attention to the Stylus network.

Economy • May 27, 03:12 PM • 312119 views
Kyiv's allies lifted restrictions on strikes deep into Russia a few months ago - Merz

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that Ukraine's allies have lifted restrictions on strikes deep into Russia. This has given Ukraine more opportunities to defend itself by attacking military positions in Russia.

War in Ukraine • May 27, 02:00 PM • 3195 views
In Kharkiv, the "101" and "103" lines are temporarily not working

In Kharkiv, the "101" and "103" lines have become temporarily unavailable, the reasons are unknown. The head of the OVA, Oleg Syniehubov, provided contact numbers for calling emergency medical assistance.

Society • May 26, 09:45 PM • 3142 views
A scheduled bus was shelled in Kharkiv: what is known

In the Kyivskyi district of Kharkiv, unknown persons in a car fired at a scheduled bus, probably with pneumatic weapons. As a result of the incident, the vehicle's windows were damaged.

Crimes and emergencies • May 26, 08:32 PM • 30701 views