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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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92 combat engagements in 24 hours: Russians attacked 27 times in the Pokrovsk sector

Over the last day, 92 combat engagements took place, the hottest spot was in the Pokrovsk sector with 27 breakthrough attempts. The occupants carried out 53 air strikes and launched 1171 kamikaze drones across the territory of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 24, 08:50 PM • 23757 views
69 combat engagements in a day: where the occupants are trying to break through the Ukrainian Armed Forces' defense

There were 69 combat engagements in various frontline areas, the most intense in Pokrovske, where there were 20 attempted attacks. In the operational zone in the Kursk region, the enemy made over 220 attacks.

War in Ukraine • February 24, 02:18 PM • 22178 views
The Ministry of Internal Affairs showed the consequences of the Russian air strike in Kharkiv region

Russian troops conducted an air strike with a guided bomb on the village of Tsyupivka in the Dergachiv community. The attack injured four people and damaged eight houses, and an investigation has been launched.

War in Ukraine • February 24, 01:12 PM • 34500 views
Three years of pain and hope: how the Vadym Stolar Foundation helps Ukrainians during a full-scale war

Over the three years of war, the Vadym Stolar Foundation has helped 3 million Ukrainians through various support projects. The organization supplies the military, provides psychological assistance, and conducts humanitarian missions in different regions of Ukraine.

Society • February 24, 11:57 AM • 24750 views
Enemy attacked Kharkiv region with KAB in the morning: two wounded

Two civilians in the village of Tsupivka were injured as a result of a KAB strike on Kharkiv district. Two private houses were damaged, rescuers are working on the spot.

War in Ukraine • February 24, 09:34 AM • 21668 views
Medical facilities under fire: how many have been destroyed by the occupiers over three years of war

During the three years of war, Russians damaged 1984 medical facilities, 301 of which were completely destroyed. Hospitals in 8 regions of Ukraine have suffered the most, and the restoration of medical infrastructure requires $17 billion.

War in Ukraine • February 24, 07:53 AM • 30518 views
More than half of the fighting is in three areas: map from the General Staff

Over the last day, 96 combat engagements took place in the frontline, most of them in the Pokrovske, Kursk and Lyman sectors. The enemy carried out 52 air strikes and fired over 5,000 times.

War in Ukraine • February 24, 06:33 AM • 25417 views
Russians strike Kharkiv with a missile launcher, damaging a civilian enterprise

Russian occupiers attacked Kharkov with a guided aerial bomb at 4 a. m. on February 24. KAB got into a civil enterprise in There were no casualties in the Kiev district of the city.

Society • February 24, 04:42 AM • 31919 views
Zelensky: elections during the war are a blow to the country's security

The President said that the issue of elections is being actively raised by Russia and appears in discussions in the United States. Zelenskyy emphasized the impossibility of holding elections due to the security situation and the need to lift martial law.

War in Ukraine • February 23, 05:04 PM • 40791 views
A large-scale drone attack: Ukraine destroys 82 enemy UAVs

During the night attack, the enemy launched 162 Shahed drones and other imitators. Ukraine's air defense destroyed 82 attack UAVs, and four regions were affected.

War in Ukraine • February 22, 06:11 AM • 35538 views
53 combat engagements on the frontline: where is the hottest and what is happening

Over the last day, 53 combat engagements were registered, most of them in the Pokrovsk sector - 14 attacks. The enemy also carried out 11 air strikes and 268 artillery attacks in various directions.

War in Ukraine • February 21, 02:29 PM • 25725 views
Russian army strikes Zolochiv with KABs and wounds 5 people: consequences are shown

Russian troops conducted an air strike on Zolochiv, Kharkiv region, injuring 5 civilians. Residential buildings, the Employment and Communication Center were damaged, and two buildings were completely destroyed.

War in Ukraine • February 21, 12:46 PM • 20814 views
Ukraine significantly increases gas imports from Europe due to Russian attacks on infrastructure - Reuters

Due to Russian missile strikes, gas production in Ukraine has dropped. To compensate for the losses, the government plans to import 800 million cubic meters of gas from Europe in February and March.

War in Ukraine • February 21, 12:32 PM • 41688 views
Russian drone attacks police car in Kupyansk: three police officers injured

In Kupyansk, a Molniya drone hit a police car on February 21 at 7:55 a. m. Three police officers received acupuncture injuries and are under medical supervision.

War in Ukraine • February 21, 09:41 AM • 24917 views
Number of civilian casualties in Ukraine increased by 16% last year - new ACLED data

In 2024, the number of civilian deaths in Ukraine increased by 16%, and the number of air strikes tripled. Russian attacks affected 24 of Ukraine's 27 regions, with the frontline areas suffering the most.

War in Ukraine • February 21, 08:35 AM • 59318 views
Half of the fighting is in the Pokrovsk sector and Kursk region: updated map from the General Staff

Over the last day, 121 combat engagements took place, 34 of them in the Pokrovske and 29 in the Kursk sectors. The enemy launched 93 air strikes and fired over 5,500 times at Ukrainian positions.

War in Ukraine • February 21, 06:28 AM • 22039 views
Weather forecast for February 21: where snow and frost down to -6°C are expected in Ukraine

On February 21, cold weather is expected in Ukraine with temperatures ranging from -6° to -1°C and partly cloudy skies. There may be light snow in the east and south, while the rest of the country will be without precipitation.

Society • February 21, 05:48 AM • 34750 views
An explosion occurs in Kharkiv

There was an explosion in Kharkiv.

War in Ukraine • February 20, 11:20 PM • 104522 views
112 combat engagements in a day: where is the hottest and what are the occupants' losses

Over the last day, 112 combat engagements took place, most of them in the Pokrovsk sector - 31 offensives. The enemy launched 3 missile and 65 air strikes and used 1,096 kamikaze drones.

War in Ukraine • February 20, 08:49 PM • 51878 views
In Kharkiv, an unemployed man tried to “sell” a position in the SBI for 20 thousand dollars

An unemployed Kharkiv resident demanded $20,000 for guaranteed employment at the SBI due to alleged connections. The man was detained while receiving the first part of the bribe of $10 thousand.

Politics • February 20, 01:22 PM • 33379 views
Attempt to blow up veteran law enforcement officer: SBU prevents terrorist attack in Dnipro

In Dnipro, the SBU detained three agents of enemy special services who tried to blow up a veteran law enforcement officer. The attackers planted an improvised explosive device near the victim's garage but were detained red-handed.

War in Ukraine • February 20, 08:47 AM • 33818 views
Russia fired 14 missiles and 161 drones at Ukraine overnight: 80 drones were shot down, 78 did not reach targets

Russia launched a combined attack on critical infrastructure facilities in the Kharkiv region, using 14 missiles of various types. The enemy also attacked with 161 Shahed drones, of which 80 were shot down over various regions of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 20, 08:19 AM • 21643 views
The hottest area is the Pokrovsk direction: map of hostilities from the General Staff

Over the course of the day, 122 combat engagements were recorded, most of them in the Pokrovsk and Novopavlivka directions. The enemy launched 87 airstrikes and carried out over 5757 shellings.

War in Ukraine • February 20, 06:29 AM • 28956 views
February is raging: Thursday will be frosty in Ukraine

Cloudy weather is expected in Ukraine today with clearings, ice on the roads. The temperature will drop to -19°C in some places.

Society • February 20, 04:26 AM • 32046 views
Mayor: Explosion occurs in Odesa amid air raid alert

Explosions are heard in Odesa, the mayor urges residents to stay in shelters. The Air Force reports the movement of enemy drones from the Black Sea towards the city.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 07:10 PM • 55747 views
Russian air strike on Kupyansk: at least one person killed

Occupants attacked a residential sector of Kupyansk with a guided aerial bomb at around 15:40. Rescuers are unblocking the body of a 59-year-old man from the rubble of the house.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 04:10 PM • 34134 views
Occupants are trying to break through the river to Vovchansk: what is the situation in Kharkiv region

Russian troops continue to storm Vovchansk with small infantry groups supported by drones. Ukrainian defenders are holding the city's defenses and preventing the enemy from crossing the Vovcha River.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 03:19 PM • 22238 views
23-year-old football player Mykyta Kalin killed in fighting near Kharkiv

Mykyta Kalin, a former player of the Kolos youth team, died in the Kharkiv region on February 6, 2025. The athlete also played for Skif, IFC Brovary, Bohdanivka, and Favorit.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 01:36 PM • 29229 views
Two FSB informers who corrected enemy strikes detained in Kharkiv region

In Kharkiv region, two locals were exposed who collected data on the location of the Armed Forces of Ukraine for the FSB. A former teacher and a hotel security guard were passing information to the enemy via Telegram.

Crimes and emergencies • February 19, 12:54 PM • 23313 views
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Over 150 exhibits stolen by Russia from Kherson Regional Art Museum identified - OGP

The United States has returned to Ukraine archaeological sites from various historical periods that were detained at customs.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 09:20 AM • 152695 views