Igor Terekhov met with representatives of the Red Cross

The mayor stressed that the scale of destruction in the city is enormous, and it is impossible to restore everything without external assistance. He emphasized that Kharkiv continues to face the consequences of shelling every day, from damage to housing stock to the destruction of important public utilities.

The mayor also touched on the topic of preparing for winter. He explained that in conditions of constant shelling and a significant number of damaged buildings, the slightest failure in the heating network could create a critical situation. That is why the support of international partners who provide the city with the necessary equipment is vital.

“A large number of broken windows is a serious problem with winter approaching. We are preparing the city for the heating season and are grateful to the Red Cross team for the equipment they have provided. This is an important step towards a stable winter. Only by working together can we overcome all challenges,” said Ihor Terekhov.

For his part, Bit Armin Moizmann emphasized that Kharkiv is one of the main areas of activity for the organization. He noted the coordinated and rapid work of city services, which even after nighttime shelling restore order in the city in just a few hours.

"We see how quickly the municipal services, police, and State Emergency Service respond after nighttime attacks - by morning, the city is already cleaned up. It's impressive. We support the work of medical institutions, provide assistance to hospitals, help with water supply and preparations for winter. Our programs focus on providing people with insulation materials, as well as supplying water purification and filtration systems. We understand how important this is in winter conditions and will continue to do everything we can to help the people of Kharkiv," he said.