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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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Russians partially destroyed an Ukrposhta hub during attack on KharkivPhotoVideo

At night, enemy drones attacked Kharkiv, hitting an Ukrposhta warehouse. There were no casualties; the company promises compensation.

War in Ukraine • June 8, 05:42 AM • 4156 views
Russians are systematically attacking logistics between Kharkiv and Sumy - "Flash"PhotoVideo

Occupiers are striking a section of the highway near Bohodukhiv, 20 km from the border. Risks for civilian transport on the route between Kharkiv and Sumy are increasing.

Society • June 6, 04:40 PM • 11004 views
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June 5 is World Environment Day: How Ukrainians are changing their eco-habitsPhoto

Ukraine is implementing a new waste management hierarchy and business accountability. Communities are actively sorting waste and composting despite the shelling.

Society • June 5, 02:02 PM • 137068 views
Ukraine expands list of young doctors eligible for UAH 200,000 in targeted employment assistance

The government has expanded the list of young doctors eligible to receive 200,000 hryvnias in assistance. Payments are available to specialists in territories of possible combat operations.

Society • June 4, 12:48 PM • 4368 views
Russian strike on a farm in Kharkiv region claims two lives, woman killed in KharkivPhoto

Two men killed and six wounded in strike on farm in Rokytne. In Kharkiv, a woman died from shelling and a pumping station was damaged.

War in Ukraine • June 3, 11:20 AM • 3554 views
As strikes on Russian military targets increase, Moscow is issuing more fakes about attacks on civilians - CCD of the NSDC

Head of the CCD Kovalenko stated that Russian fakes regarding attacks on civilians have intensified. The RF is inventing lies to justify systemic terror against Ukrainians.

War in Ukraine • June 3, 09:17 AM • 4220 views
Number of wounded rises in Kharkiv; one killed in the region due to Russian strikesPhoto

Six people were injured in Kharkiv due to morning shelling. In the region, one person was killed and another wounded as a result of a drone attack on a farm.

War in Ukraine • June 3, 08:27 AM • 3706 views
Russia's morning drone attack on Kharkiv caused a fire and injured 4 peoplePhoto

On Wednesday morning, the enemy attacked Kharkiv with drones, resulting in four people being injured. A hangar and vehicles were damaged in two districts of the city.

War in Ukraine • June 3, 06:43 AM • 3285 views
130 injured, 22 dead, including two children: Zelenskyy on the consequences of the Russian attack

The Russian attack killed 22 people, including two children, and injured another 130. The enemy launched over 70 missiles and hundreds of drones at residential sectors.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 06:07 PM • 4165 views
In Kyiv, the number of casualties from the Russian attack has risen to 90

In Kyiv, following the shelling on June 2, 90 casualties and 6 deaths have been recorded. 52 wounded remain in hospitals, including two children.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 05:07 PM • 5005 views
SBU dismantles six large-scale weapons trafficking channelsPhoto

The SBU dismantled six channels for the sale of captured weapons, detaining military personnel and civilians. 130 grenade launchers and 20,000 rounds of ammunition were seized.

Society • June 2, 01:52 PM • 6895 views
During Russia's attack on Ukraine on June 2, Kyiv residents lacked space in the metro for shelter - ZelenskaPhoto

During the attack on June 2, Kyiv residents took cover in the overcrowded metro with tents. The enemy deployed 729 targets, causing casualties and significant destruction.

Society • June 2, 11:36 AM • 7710 views
Russian drone attacks locomotive in Kharkiv region, injuring railway worker

A railway worker was injured due to a drone strike on a locomotive in the Kharkiv region. Trains are operating with minimal delays, and emergency services are working at the scene.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 09:46 AM • 3805 views
Russian strike on Ukraine claims 13 lives, 6 missing in Dnipro - Ministry of Internal AffairsPhoto

As a result of the attack, 13 people were killed and over 100 wounded. Residential buildings, hospitals, and infrastructure facilities were destroyed in Kyiv, Dnipro, and Kharkiv.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 06:59 AM • 38812 views
11 dead and over 100 injured following Russia's massive attack on UkrainePhoto

As a result of Russia's overnight attack, 11 people were killed and more than 100 sustained injuries. Residential buildings, hospitals, and kindergartens were damaged in Kyiv and Dnipro.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 06:37 AM • 4035 views
Russia attacked Ukraine with 73 missiles and 656 drones: air defense results

Air defense shot down 40 missiles and 602 drones during a massive attack on Ukraine. The main strike targeted Kyiv, with hits recorded at 38 locations.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 05:41 AM • 4564 views
The number of casualties in Kharkiv has increased following Russia's overnight attack

In the Slobidskyi district, the number of injured has risen to eight people. The enemy attacked the city with missiles and drones, causing destruction and fires.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 12:12 AM • 4622 views
Six people, including a child, injured in Kharkiv following missile strikes and drone attacks

On the night of June 2, Russia attacked Kharkiv with ballistic missiles and drones. Six people were injured, including an 11-year-old girl, and hits on buildings were recorded.

War in Ukraine • June 1, 11:36 PM • 4248 views
Russia attacks gas stations in Kharkiv region, strikes Merefa with a missilePhoto

In Kharkiv and Lozova, gas stations were damaged due to UAV attacks, and a station employee was wounded. The enemy struck Merefa with a missile; emergency services are working at the scene.

War in Ukraine • June 1, 12:08 PM • 8521 views
Russian drone attack on Kharkiv and suburbs leaves 4 injuredPhoto

Occupiers attacked Kharkiv and Bohodukhiv with drones, damaging houses and garages. Over the past day, nine civilians were wounded as a result of shelling in the region.

War in Ukraine • June 1, 06:28 AM • 3624 views
Strike on Kharkiv: two wounded, buildings damaged, garages completely destroyedPhoto

In the Osnovianskyi district of Kharkiv, shelling damaged high-rise buildings and wounded two people. In Bohodukhiv, a woman was injured by a drone strike.

War in Ukraine • June 1, 12:17 AM • 19677 views
Russians attacked Kharkiv - garages and cars are on fire

Russians launched a strike on Kharkiv, hitting the vicinity of a high-rise building. Garages and cars are burning in the city; information regarding casualties is currently being clarified.

War in Ukraine • May 31, 09:59 PM • 10383 views
Call center in Kharkiv defrauded EU citizens of over €100,000 through investment schemes; operation exposed – Prosecutor GeneralPhotoVideo

Fraudsters swindled foreigners out of more than 100,000 euros through investment schemes. The organizers were detained during a joint operation between Ukraine and Latvia.

Crimes and emergencies • May 29, 08:01 AM • 3499 views
More trains are being launched to popular locations for the summer season

Seven trains have been switched to a daily schedule, and an additional Kyiv — Chernivtsi service has been scheduled. The Sumy — Rakhiv route has been restored for summer travel.

Society • May 29, 07:01 AM • 8033 views
Deputy Mayor of Kharkiv involved in fatal traffic accident, resigns "for the duration of investigative actions"

In Kharkiv, Deputy Mayor Ivan Kuznietsov was involved in a fatal traffic accident with a motorcyclist. The official was sober and has stepped down from his duties for the duration of the investigation.

Crimes and emergencies • May 28, 07:30 PM • 3094 views
Received $11,000 for "discharge" from service – National Guard Lieutenant Colonel caught taking a bribe for the second time in six months

A National Guard officer received $11,000 for promising to influence the discharge of a serviceman on health grounds. In January, he had already been suspected of bribery.

Society • May 26, 05:27 PM • 30135 views
Thousand Ukrainians have already joined the program for returning people aged 50+ to the labor market - how many have found jobsPhoto

1. 2 thousand people and 1.3 thousand vacancies have joined the "Experience Matters" program. 59 specialists have already been employed, and 124 are undergoing internships.

Society • May 26, 11:47 AM • 6124 views
Teenagers attacked and it was filmed – three boys in Liubotyn served with notices of suspicionPhoto

In Liubotyn, three boys beat up teenagers from Kharkiv over a fabricated feud and posted the video online. Law enforcement officers have served the attackers with notices of suspicion.

Society • May 23, 07:45 PM • 9339 views
RF intensifies lies about "forced mobilization of women in Ukraine" - CCD

The CCD has debunked fakes regarding the forced mobilization of women in the Kharkiv region under the threat of sanctions. The recruitment of Ukrainian women into the military remains strictly voluntary.

Society • May 22, 11:14 PM • 5989 views
Cigarettes via online prescriptions and vapes worth 37 million UAH: two illegal tobacco businesses liquidated in Kharkiv regionPhoto

Law enforcement officers have uncovered an underground cigarette factory and a vape distribution network in Kharkiv. Goods worth 37 million UAH were seized, and three individuals have been served with notices of suspicion.

Economy • May 22, 07:31 AM • 2935 views