The Intelligence from The Economist The Intelligence: The race to save Kharkiv
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Apr 11, 2024 
Oli Carroll, Ukraine correspondent for The Economist, shares gripping insights into the dire situation in Kharkiv, a city devastated by relentless aerial attacks. He highlights the resilience of its residents, recounting heart-wrenching personal stories amidst chaos. Meanwhile, Sarah Burke, Bureau Chief for Mexico, sheds light on the missing persons crisis in Mexico, revealing government shortcomings and the emotional toll on families searching for their loved ones. The conversation shifts to explore the peculiar spending behavior on lotteries among lower-income households, showcasing a complex blend of hope and desperation.
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A Kharkiv Resident's Story
- Irina Timokina, originally from Grozny, Chechnya, now lives in Kharkiv.
- Despite her apartment being damaged in a Russian attack, she remains, expressing hatred for Putin and Russians.
Kharkiv's Population Changes
- Kharkiv's population has fluctuated throughout the war, decreasing significantly and then partially recovering.
- Some residents, like journalist Irina Volchuk, have left due to the relentless attacks, prioritizing their mental health.
Russia's Strategy in Kharkiv
- Russia's goal in Kharkiv may be to make it uninhabitable rather than capturing it.
- Local leaders are determined and have begun building underground schools, but they need better air defense.