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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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Kharkiv experienced as many Russian attacks in a week as it did in the entire month of March: 51 injured, 5 dead, including children

Last week, Kharkiv experienced 41 shellings, as many as in the entire month of March. Most often, the enemy attacked with kamikaze drones, 51 people were injured, 5 died.

War in Ukraine • April 7, 06:36 AM • 5378 views
In a number of directions in Donetsk region, the enemy is trying to push back the defenders of Ukraine: since the beginning of the day, more than 70 combat clashes - General Staff

Russian troops are trying to break through the defense in Donetsk region, especially in the Lyman, Toretsk and Pokrovsk directions. Fierce fighting continues, Ukrainian soldiers are holding back the enemy's onslaught.

War in Ukraine • April 6, 02:53 PM • 18881 views
russia launched over 1460 air bombs, almost 670 strike drones and over 30 missiles at Ukraine in a week - Zelenskyy

Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Russia has increased air attacks, launching over 1460 air bombs, 670 drones, and 30 missiles in a week. He emphasized the need to increase pressure on Moscow.

War in Ukraine • April 6, 09:14 AM • 18917 views
In Kupyansk, an enemy KAB hit a multi-story building: there are wounded

As a result of a KAB hitting a 9-story building in Kupyansk, two people were injured. A fire broke out on an area of 100 sq. m., balconies and apartments were damaged.

War in Ukraine • April 6, 04:52 AM • 8978 views
All Ukrainian cities and villages have united in support of Kryvyi Rih, showing solidarity - Zelensky

The President stated that the whole of Ukraine has united in support of Kryvyi Rih after the Russian attack. He urged people to remember that the war continues.

War in Ukraine • April 5, 06:06 PM • 14062 views
112 clashes occurred at the front since the beginning of the day - the General Staff named the hottest directions

112 combat clashes have occurred at the front since the beginning of the day. The most tense situation is observed in the Pokrovsk direction, where the enemy made 46 attempts to break through the defense.

War in Ukraine • April 5, 02:25 PM • 15431 views
Zelenska on the shelling: Pain from the cities of Ukraine that came under attack by the Russian Federation

The First Lady reacted to the massive shelling of Ukraine on April 4. She called on the world to take action, not just words of condolence, due to the increasing number of victims among the civilian population.

War in Ukraine • April 5, 01:42 AM • 8512 views
Improper defense of Kharkiv region: court changed the preventive measure for Colonel Lapin

The Pechersk Court changed the preventive measure for Illya Lapin to house arrest around the clock due to his state of health. He is suspected of improper defense of Kharkiv region in May 2024.

War in Ukraine • April 4, 01:22 PM • 15034 views
It is not Trump, but Putin who should ask for a ceasefire - CCD

Putin is prolonging the war, waiting for a call from the USA, but he should be the one to ask. The head of the CCD of the National Security and Defense Council, Kovalenko, emphasized that Russia must pay for its audacity.

War in Ukraine • April 4, 12:47 PM • 12653 views
A whole family died in Kharkiv due to a Russian drone strike

As a result of the UAV attack on Kharkiv, a family with a 12-year-old girl, her parents and a 45-year-old neighbor died. 34 people were injured, including three children.

War in Ukraine • April 4, 09:55 AM • 15325 views
Russian strike on Kharkiv: death toll rises to 5

The Russian army attacked Kharkiv with drones, hitting residential buildings. Five people died, including an 88-year-old man, and 35 were injured to varying degrees.

War in Ukraine • April 4, 07:30 AM • 8363 views
42 out of 78 enemy drones were shot down over Ukraine, 22 did not reach their targets

On the night of April 4, the Russian Federation attacked Ukraine with 78 Shahed drones and imitators. The Armed Forces of Ukraine shot down 42 UAVs in the north, east and center of the country. Kharkiv region, Dnipropetrovsk region, Kyiv region and Zaporizhzhia were hit.

War in Ukraine • April 4, 05:38 AM • 5647 views
More than half of the battles on the front are in two directions: map from the General Staff

Over the past day, 156 combat clashes were recorded, most of them in the Pokrovsky and Toretsky directions. The Defense Forces repel enemy attacks and strike at enemy positions.

War in Ukraine • April 4, 05:31 AM • 4436 views
In Kharkiv, the number of victims of the drone attack increased overnight

As a result of the night drone attack by Russians on Kharkiv, the number of dead has increased to four, and the number of wounded has increased to 35. In total, there were seven hits, mostly in the Novobavarskyi district.

War in Ukraine • April 4, 04:18 AM • 8836 views
Russian drone attack on Kharkiv: rescuers unblocked fragments of the third body

In Kharkiv, the number of dead as a result of the Russian drone attack has increased to three, 32 people were injured. In total, there were seven hits in the city, mainly in the Novobavarskyi district.

War in Ukraine • April 3, 11:09 PM • 8633 views
Strike on Kharkiv: the number of victims of the drone attack has increased, people are under the rubble

As a result of the Russian drone attack on Kharkiv, two people died, three may be under the rubble. The roof of a multi-storey building with an area of 500 sq. m, cars and apartments caught fire.

War in Ukraine • April 3, 09:37 PM • 8679 views
Drone strike in Kharkiv: one person died, the number of injured is growing

As a result of a Russian drone attack on Kharkiv, one person died, and the number of injured increased to 29. Four victims were hospitalized, one of them is in serious condition.

War in Ukraine • April 3, 08:50 PM • 7244 views
Drone strike on Kharkiv: at least 12 people injured as a result of hitting a multi-story building

As a result of the Russian drone attack on Kharkiv on April 3, 12 people are known to have been injured. An enemy drone hit an apartment building in the Novobavarskyi district.

War in Ukraine • April 3, 08:23 PM • 6181 views
Kharkiv under attack by enemy drones: hit in a residential building, a fire broke out

Russian drones attacked Kharkiv, causing a significant fire after hitting a two-story building. There is preliminary information about casualties.

War in Ukraine • April 3, 07:24 PM • 14993 views
Tragic road accident in Kharkiv: driver killed, child seriously injured

On April 3, a traffic accident occurred in Kharkiv: a JEEP Cherokee and a Renault collided. The 72-year-old Renault driver died, and a boy of 12-14 years old is in serious condition in the hospital.

Crimes and emergencies • April 3, 05:30 PM • 13570 views
Defense Forces are adhering to the terms of the "energy truce," while Russia is spreading disinformation about Ukrainian strikes - General Staff

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine stated that Ukraine adheres to the agreements and does not strike at energy facilities in the Russian Federation and the occupied territories. At the same time, Russia violates these agreements by attacking Ukraine's energy facilities.

War in Ukraine • April 3, 11:50 AM • 9379 views
Nighttime Russian drone strike on Kharkiv and its suburbs has left a man injured: the aftermath is shown

Russian forces attacked Kharkiv and its suburbs with drones, damaging infrastructure and houses. A 57-year-old man was wounded in Derhachi, allegedly by a "Geran-2" UAV.

War in Ukraine • April 3, 08:26 AM • 10681 views
Support centers for families of prisoners and missing persons opened in Ukraine: where and how they work

Support centers for families of prisoners of war and missing persons have started operating in Ukraine. Assistance will be provided by regional representatives and other specialists.

Society • April 3, 07:18 AM • 7229 views
28 out of 39 enemy drones were shot down over Ukraine

On the night of April 3, Russia attacked Ukraine with 39 drones. The Armed Forces of Ukraine shot down 28 Shahed-type strike UAVs in the north and east of the country, but Kharkiv region, Donetsk region and Dnipropetrovsk region were affected.

War in Ukraine • April 3, 06:10 AM • 5528 views
Weather in Ukraine on April 3: rain and variable cloudiness are expected

On April 3, variable cloudiness is expected in Ukraine, with light rain in the west and south. No precipitation in Kyiv, Dnipro and Kharkiv, temperature +14…+17°C.

Kyiv • April 3, 04:39 AM • 14077 views
A fire broke out in Kharkiv after a terrorist drone attack

Explosions rang out in the Kyivskyi district of Kharkiv at night due to a drone attack. Fires broke out at the impact sites, and rescuers are eliminating the consequences.

War in Ukraine • April 2, 08:28 PM • 14934 views
Drones attack Malodanylivska community in Kharkiv region: what is known

Enemy drones attacked the Malodanylivska community in Kharkiv region, causing a fire. There is no information about casualties yet, services are working at the scene.

War in Ukraine • April 2, 07:41 PM • 13138 views
Occupants struck Kharkiv 14 times - mayor

In the last 40 minutes, the enemy has struck the city of Kharkiv 14 times. The head of the Kharkiv Regional Military Administration called not to film the work of air defense.

War in Ukraine • April 2, 07:37 PM • 11617 views
Russia attacks Kharkiv with drones: strike on the private sector

The mayor of Kharkiv, Ihor Terekhov, reported a drone attack on the city, with a preliminary strike on the private sector of the Kyiv district.

War in Ukraine • April 2, 07:07 PM • 11599 views
Ukrainians filed 646 complaints about violations of the language law since the beginning of 2025 - ombudsman

In the first quarter of 2025, 646 complaints were received regarding violations of language legislation, most of them from the service sector. Most complaints came from Kyiv, Odesa, Kharkiv, and Dnipropetrovsk regions.

Society • April 2, 04:51 PM • 20835 views