Kharkiv

Kharkiv, also known as Kharkov, is the second-largest city in Ukraine. Located in the northeast of the country, it is the largest city of the historic region of Sloboda Ukraine. Kharkiv is the administrative centre of Kharkiv Oblast and Kharkiv Raion. It has a population of 1,421,125.
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Some of the key events about Kharkiv

  • 1654
    The city of Kharkiv was founded as a fortress to protect the southern borders of the Russian Empire
  • 1805
    Kharkiv University, one of the oldest universities in Eastern Europe, was established
  • 1869
    The first railway line connecting Kharkiv to Moscow was opened
  • 1919
    The city was captured by Bolshevik forces during the Ukrainian-Soviet War
  • 1930
    The Kharkiv Tractor Plant, one of the largest in Europe, began production
  • 1932
    Kharkiv suffered greatly during the Holodomor, a man-made famine that killed millions
  • 1935
    The Kharkiv Metro, the second oldest in Ukraine, started operations
  • 1940
    The Kharkiv Aviation Institute was founded, becoming a leading aerospace education center
  • 1941
    Nazi Germany occupied Kharkiv during World War II
  • 1942
    Tens of thousands of Jews were murdered in the Drobytsky Yar massacre
  • 1943
    The city was severely damaged during four battles between Soviet and German forces
  • 1975
    The Kharkiv State Academic Opera and Ballet Theater opened its new modern building
  • 1995
    A major fire destroyed the Kharkiv Opera and Ballet Theater
  • 1996
    Kharkiv hosted the European Weightlifting Championships
  • 2010
    Metalist Stadium in Kharkiv was renovated to host UEFA Euro 2012 matches
  • 2014
    Pro-Russian protests and clashes occurred in the city during the Ukrainian revolution
  • 2015
    A bomb explosion at a rally in Kharkiv killed four people and injured many others
  • 2017
    Kharkiv hosted the 2017 World Fencing Championships
  • 2022
    Russian forces heavily shelled and partially occupied Kharkiv during the Russian invasion of Ukraine
  • 2023
    Continued Russian missile and drone attacks caused significant damage to civilian infrastructure

Disclaimer: This material is written based on information taken from open sources, including Wikipedia, news media, podcasts, and other public sources.

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Ukraine's air defense thwarted a large-scale Russian drone assault, with one casualty reported. President Zelenskyy prepares to unveil his strategy for ending the conflict at an upcoming international meeting.

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Kharkiv Apartment Block Hit by Russian Glide Bomb, Injuring 12

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A Russian glide bomb struck a Kharkiv apartment building, injuring 12 including a child. The attack highlights Ukraine's urgent need for increased Western support as Russia gains ground in the ongoing conflict.

Society, Politics • October 3 2024, 10:33 AM  •  469 views
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Russian Attacks on Kherson and Kharkiv Regions Claim Civilian Life

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Society, Politics • September 27 2024, 11:18 AM  •  71 views
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Politics • September 25 2024, 10:23 AM  •  452 views
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Ukraine Thwarts Majority of Russian Drones and Missiles in Overnight Assault

Ukraine's air defense successfully intercepted most Russian drones and missiles in an overnight attack. Minimal damage reported in Odesa and Kyiv regions, while Kharkiv suffered casualties from a separate bombing.

Politics • September 25 2024, 07:10 AM  •  275 views
Ukrainian Forces Reclaim Key Plant in Vovchansk Amid Ongoing Conflict

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Russian Guided Bomb Strike on Kharkiv High-Rise Claims Lives, Injures Many

Russian forces targeted Kharkiv with guided bombs, hitting a high-rise apartment block. The attack resulted in at least three fatalities and fifteen injuries, with potential victims trapped under debris.

Society, Politics, Culture • September 24 2024, 01:51 PM  •  623 views
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Russian Strikes on Kharkiv Wound Dozens, Including Children

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Society, Politics • September 22 2024, 08:57 AM  •  932 views
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Society, Politics • September 14 2024, 12:22 PM  •  779 views
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Society, Politics • September 12 2024, 08:46 PM  •  389 views
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Society, Politics • September 12 2024, 01:49 PM  •  557 views
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Russian Drone Breaches Romanian Airspace Amid Attacks on Ukraine

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Society, Politics • September 8 2024, 11:19 AM  •  649 views
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Ukraine Repels Massive Drone and Missile Attack, Minimizing Casualties

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Society, Politics • September 6 2024, 07:06 AM  •  556 views
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Society, Politics • September 5 2024, 11:51 AM  •  498 views
Kharkiv's Underground School: A Safe Haven Amid Ongoing Conflict

Kharkiv's Underground School: A Safe Haven Amid Ongoing Conflict

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Society, Culture • September 2 2024, 03:45 PM  •  844 views
Russian Attack on Kharkiv Wounds 13, Damages Residential Areas

Russian Attack on Kharkiv Wounds 13, Damages Residential Areas

A Russian assault on Kharkiv, Ukraine's second-largest city, injured 13 people and damaged residential areas. This attack follows recent strikes that have caused numerous casualties in the northeastern city.

Politics, Culture • September 2 2024, 03:39 PM  •  634 views
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Society, Politics • September 2 2024, 06:22 AM  •  2533 views
Russia Launches Massive Missile and Drone Attack on Kyiv

Russia Launches Massive Missile and Drone Attack on Kyiv

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Society, Politics • September 2 2024, 04:21 AM  •  2080 views
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Ukraine Launches Massive Drone Strike on Russian Energy Facilities

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Russia Reports Interception of 158 Ukrainian Drones Across Multiple Regions

Russia Reports Interception of 158 Ukrainian Drones Across Multiple Regions

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Politics • September 1 2024, 09:22 AM  •  793 views
Russian Offensive Intensifies in Eastern Ukraine, Civilian Casualties Mount

Russian Offensive Intensifies in Eastern Ukraine, Civilian Casualties Mount

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Society, Politics • August 31 2024, 04:30 PM  •  5383 views
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