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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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Historic event: snow falls for the first time in the desert region of Saudi Arabia

For the first time in history, snow fell in the Al Jawf region of Saudi Arabia after heavy rains and hail. The Weather Department warns of the possibility of thunderstorms in the coming days.

News of the World • November 3, 03:13 PM • 26144 views
The first snow fell in Kharkiv

The first snow has fallen in Kharkiv ahead of schedule. Forecasters say that the snow will melt quickly due to the positive air temperature.

Society • November 3, 11:49 AM • 20000 views
Ukrainian Defense Forces repel over 50 enemy attacks in Kurakhove sector - General Staff on the situation at the front

Over the past 24 hours, Russian troops engaged in 173 combat engagements and conducted 69 air strikes on Ukrainian positions. Most attacks were registered in the Kurakhove sector.

War in Ukraine • November 3, 08:37 AM • 21242 views
New strikes in Kharkiv region: two people injured and infrastructure damaged

A series of attacks were recorded in several districts of Kharkiv region. The attacks resulted in two civilian casualties, damage to an educational institution, a farm and other facilities.

Society • November 3, 07:04 AM • 20645 views
Occupants carried out 167 attacks in the frontline: the hottest spot is in the Kurakhove sector - General Staff

Over the last day, enemy troops conducted 167 attacks in various frontline areas. The highest activity was observed in the Kurakhove sector, where the enemy conducted 51 attacks.

War in Ukraine • November 2, 09:12 PM • 54496 views
Occupants attack a car with a drone in Kharkiv region: two wounded

An enemy UAV attacked a civilian car in the village of Bilyi Kolodyazh, Chuhuiv district. As a result of the attack, two men aged 33 and 61 sustained explosive wounds and were hospitalized.

Society • November 2, 05:43 PM • 25297 views
Russian attack on police in the center of Kharkiv: a pregnant woman is among the wounded

36 policemen were injured in a rocket attack on their location in the center of Kharkiv, one of them was killed. Among the wounded is a pregnant woman, and three police officers are in serious condition.

War in Ukraine • November 2, 11:00 AM • 21313 views
General Staff: more than a third of the fighting in the Kurakhove sector, enemy is active near Selydove

Over the last day, 145 combat engagements took place, most of them in the Kurakhove sector - 52 attacks. The enemy launched 4 missile attacks, 73 air strikes and made 3,674 attacks.

War in Ukraine • November 2, 07:18 AM • 21722 views
Terrorists shelled Kharkiv region: 1 killed, dozens wounded and destruction in 7 settlements

As a result of hostile shelling in the Kharkiv region, 54 people were injured, including 36 police officers. Dozens of buildings were damaged in seven settlements, including Kharkiv, Kupyansk and nearby villages.

Society • November 2, 07:02 AM • 36363 views
Weather in Ukraine: where it's warmest today and what to expect over the weekend

The weather in Ukraine is dry with partly cloudy skies, with temperatures ranging from +8°C to +19°C depending on the region. A cold snap is expected over the weekend, but precipitation is unlikely.

Kyiv • November 2, 06:27 AM • 20425 views
Rescuers extinguish fires in Kharkiv after missile strikes

A two-story residential building was destroyed and high-rise buildings were damaged as a result of rocket attacks on Kharkiv. Rescuers extinguished two fires on the area of 20 square meters.

Society • November 1, 10:21 PM • 30492 views
Attack on police in Kharkiv: the number of victims increased to 40 people, including 30 police officers

A rocket attack on a police station in Kharkiv injured 40 people, including 30 police officers. One person was killed and buildings and cars were damaged.

Society • November 1, 09:15 PM • 31859 views
In Kharkiv region, a 17-year-old teenager was arrested for a brutal attack on a girl

The court arrested a 17-year-old boy for 60 days without bail on suspicion of murdering a 15-year-old girl. The suspect severely beat, raped, and tried to burn the victim, who died in hospital 10 days later.

Society • November 1, 09:05 PM • 27262 views
Russian airstrike hits a residential building in Kupyansk, injuries reported

The Russian military attacked Kupyansk with a guided aerial bomb, hitting a five-story building. According to preliminary reports, two people were injured in the strike, and emergency services are working at the scene.

War in Ukraine • November 1, 07:54 PM • 34815 views
He raped a 15-year-old girl and then set her on fire: a 17-year-old boy was taken into custody in Kharkiv region

In the Kharkiv region, a 17-year-old boy raped and set fire to a 15-year-old girl who died in hospital 10 days later. The suspect was arrested and taken into custody without bail.

Crimes and emergencies • November 1, 05:46 PM • 21068 views
Occupants attacked a police station in the center of Kharkiv: one policeman was killed and 26 others wounded

A police colonel was killed in a rocket attack on a police station in the center of Kharkiv. Twenty-six law enforcement officers and four civilians were wounded.

War in Ukraine • November 1, 05:19 PM • 22976 views
Rocket attack on Kharkiv: at least two people wounded

Two people were wounded and a number of residential buildings were damaged as a result of a missile strike on Kharkiv. Utilities and volunteers are working at the scene and inspecting the buildings.

War in Ukraine • November 1, 03:25 PM • 42007 views
An enemy “hit” in Kharkiv: what was damaged

In Kharkiv, an enemy “hit” was recorded in a private residential building. Multi-storey buildings were also damaged, information about the victims is being established.

War in Ukraine • November 1, 02:20 PM • 17226 views
Explosions in Kharkiv amid warning of Ukrainian Air Force of missile threat

Explosions were reported in Kharkiv, and the Air Force warned of a missile threat. The mayor and the head of the RMA urged residents to take shelter in case of further attacks.

War in Ukraine • November 1, 02:08 PM • 15696 views
Heating season in Ukraine: what is the situation in the regions

The heating season officially started in Ukraine on November 1. Most regions have already been connected to heating, while some regions are waiting for the temperature to drop or are completing repairs.

Society • November 1, 10:32 AM • 17447 views
585 Ukrainian children have already died as a result of russia's armed aggression

According to the Office of the Prosecutor General, 585 children were killed and 1664 injured as a result of russian aggression. Most of the victims are in Donetsk, Kharkiv and Kherson regions.

Society • November 1, 07:37 AM • 16417 views
Russian airstrikes in Kharkiv and Dergachi: five people injured in the evening, a company damaged

The air strikes on Kharkiv and Dergachi injured five people and damaged a residential building and a civilian enterprise. The attacks were carried out by a UMPC FAB-250 at around 21:15.

War in Ukraine • November 1, 07:26 AM • 17321 views
170 combat engagements in the frontline over the last day: where the occupants attacked the most

Over the past day, 170 combat engagements took place, 60 of them in the Kurakhove sector. The enemy carried out 57 air strikes and fired 4241 times at Ukrainian positions.

War in Ukraine • November 1, 06:31 AM • 16227 views
An explosion occurs in Kharkiv

An explosion was recorded in the city of Kharkiv.

Society • November 1, 12:49 AM • 101334 views
General Staff: 150 combat engagements in the frontline, enemy continues to actively attack in the Kurakhove sector

Over the last day, 150 combat engagements took place, with the highest enemy activity in the Kurakhove sector - 56 combat engagements. The occupants attacked in all directions, with the fiercest fighting taking place in 16 locations.

War in Ukraine • October 31, 11:20 PM • 18331 views
5 people injured in Kharkiv after attack with guided bombs

Enemy troops shelled Kharkiv and its suburbs with guided aerial bombs around 21:00. The attack injured five civilians, damaged a business in Dergachi and a private house with cars.

War in Ukraine • October 31, 09:45 PM • 19977 views
Occupants attack civilian enterprise in Kharkiv region, there are victims

Two security guards were injured when a GAB hit a civilian enterprise in Dergachi. One was injured by glass shards, the other suffered an acute stress reaction.

War in Ukraine • October 31, 08:41 PM • 28364 views
Explosion in Odesa: tactical aircraft spotted in the Black Sea

An explosion was heard in Odesa, as reported by the mayor Gennady Trukhanov. The air force had earlier warned of a high-speed target in the direction of the Belgorod-Dniester district.

War in Ukraine • October 31, 07:22 PM • 25046 views
Explosions in Kharkiv: occupants attack the city

Explosions were heard in Kharkiv, as reported by Mayor Igor Terekhov. The city and regional authorities urged residents of Kharkiv and the region to seek shelter immediately.

War in Ukraine • October 31, 07:10 PM • 23564 views
Deadly attack on a 9-storey building in Kharkiv: rescue operations completed

In Kharkiv, the rubble has been cleared after a Russian attack on a residential building. The attack killed three people, including two children, and injured 36.

War in Ukraine • October 31, 04:35 PM • 19216 views