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Kharkiv Launches Underground Schools Amid Ongoing Russian Attacks

2/9/2026

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In Kharkiv, eight underground schools have been established in subway stations to host 1,200 students each.
The setup provides a safe learning environment amid ongoing Russian bombardments.
Mayor Ihor Terekhov called for a century of security guarantees from the United States and its allies to secure lasting peace.
He remains hopeful for a return to normalcy but warns that Russia shows bad faith by attacking energy infrastructure.

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In Kharkiv, eight underground schools have been established in subway stations to host 1,200 students each.
The setup provides a safe learning environment amid ongoing Russian bombardments.
Mayor Ihor Terekhov called for a century of security guarantees from the United States and its allies to secure lasting peace.
He remains hopeful for a return to normalcy but warns that Russia shows bad faith by attacking energy infrastructure.