Kharkiv
The Russian army is attacking Kharkiv with drones. A fire at warehouse facilities has been recorded in the Kyivskyi district of the city, and all relevant services are working at the scene.
In the evening of March 26, Kharkiv was subjected to a massive attack by kamikaze drones. A hit was recorded in the Kyivskyi district, a residential building was damaged, and a 12-year-old girl was injured.
Ihor Terekhov declared 2,001,327 UAH of salary for the year, which is almost 285,000 UAH more than last year. He also declared cash, bank savings and two apartments.
Propagandist Anna Prokofyeva died while performing a task, having been blown up by a mine in the Belgorod region. Cameraman Dmitry Volkov was seriously injured and hospitalized.
In Kharkiv, unknown persons fired at two passenger buses that were moving without passengers. The glass was damaged, no one was injured, the police are investigating.
During the day, 105 combat clashes took place at the front, most of them in the Toretsk and Pokrovsk directions. The enemy attacked border settlements and launched air strikes.
Ukrzaliznytsia announced that tickets for all trains are sold exclusively for March 25 and 26. Free tea and water were organized for passengers at the train stations.
In Kharkiv, in the Industrial District, a drone fell on a playground. Fortunately, no one was injured. The territory is currently being inspected.
On the night of March 24, Russia attacked Ukraine with 99 drones of various types, including Shahed. Ukrainian air defense forces shot down 57 strike UAVs, but five regions were affected.
During the day, 118 combat clashes took place on the front, 50 of them in the Pokrovsk direction. Russians launched 59 air strikes and used more than 1,000 kamikaze drones.
A meeting of Ukrainian and American teams has begun in Saudi Arabia to discuss the security of Ukraine's energy and infrastructure. Also, the expansion of the Black Sea agreement is being discussed.
US Special Representative Witcoff expressed hope for progress in negotiations to end the war. He believes in Putin's desire for peace and expects a truce in the Black Sea.
Starting March 24, 40 speed cameras will be operational in Ukraine, 36 of which will be installed in new locations, and 4 will resume operation. Cameras will appear in various regions.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting of the military cabinet in Kharkiv, discussed the situation at the front and preparations for the meeting of Ukrainian and American delegations in Saudi Arabia. He also heard reports from the commanders of the Kharkiv Operational Tactical Group.
The President listened to reports on battles, enemy losses and liberation plans. They discussed tactics for dealing with drones, electronic warfare and drone interceptors.
There are problems with water resources in Ukraine, especially due to the war. To account for water, monitoring will be introduced according to European standards, the first pilot project is already being implemented in Zakarpattia.
In Kharkiv, a man was shooting from a car window. The police have opened criminal proceedings under the article of hooliganism, he faces up to 7 years in prison.
Over the past day, more than 140 battles took place at the front, the enemy actively used aircraft and kamikaze drones. Ukrainian defenders hold their positions and inflict significant losses on the occupiers.
In Zaporizhzhia, private houses and multi-story buildings were damaged as a result of the attack, and preliminary three people were injured. The alarm continues, residents are urged to stay in safe places.
Due to the warming in Lviv and Rivne, heat is supplied only at night. In the frontline regions, the heating season is under threat due to hostilities and shelling.
During the day, 68 combat clashes took place at the front, with the greatest enemy activity observed in the Toretsk and Pokrovsk directions. Ukrainian defenders are repelling attacks.
In 2025, the number of appeals regarding violations of rights by TCR employees increased, particularly in the Kharkiv region. The Ombudsman emphasized the inadmissibility of such actions, especially against cyclists.
The Kharkiv subway overpaid the supplier more than UAH 1. 1 million for fuel due to changes in the contract. The prosecutor's office demands the return of funds, as the price changes were unreasonable.
Russia has increased troops in the Kursk direction in order to displace Ukrainian soldiers. Next, they plan an offensive on Sumy and Kharkiv, but Ukraine does not yet see opportunities in them.
On the night of March 20, 2025, Russia attacked Ukraine with 171 UAVs. Ukrainian air defense shot down 75 drones in 12 regions, 63 simulators — locationally lost. Kirovohrad region, Sumy region, and Donetsk region were affected.
According to Zelenskyy, Putin is currently in control of the situation, but does not want the war to end, as his positions are weaker than before. The Armed Forces operation thwarted the occupiers' plans to seize Zaporizhzhia, Kharkiv, and Sumy.
Due to damage to railway infrastructure, the route of trains Nos. 53, 92/60, 7, 128 and 52 has been changed, delays are possible. Flight No. 790 was delayed for safety reasons.
New rules have been in effect in Ukraine's pharmaceutical market since March. Restrictions on markups and a ban on marketing agreements have led to pharmacy closures and higher drug prices.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Putin is planning an offensive in the Kharkiv and Sumy directions. The goal is to put pressure on Ukraine for negotiations on a ceasefire on the terms of the Russian Federation.
120 combat clashes were recorded during the day. The greatest enemy activity is observed in the Toretsk and Pokrovsk directions, where fierce fighting continues.