Kharkiv Oblast Orders Forced Evacuation of 128 Children Amid Escalating Risks

Authorities in Ukraine’s northeastern Kharkiv region have intensified evacuation efforts, targeting families with children in areas deemed increasingly unsafe due to conflict-related threats. Regional military administration head Oleh Syniehubov confirmed the expanded measures after an April 15 meeting. The evacuation order now affects two communities: Shevchenkove and Velykyi Burluk. In total, 128 children and their families will be compelled to leave 23 settlements under new mandatory directiv