Oleh Sinehubov, Head of the Kharkiv Regional Military Administration, commented on plans to revise curfew rules in Ukraine and stated that the duration of nighttime restrictions in Kharkiv Oblast will not be changed. The curfew will continue to operate in the format familiar to residents — from midnight to 5 a.m. This was reported by RBC-Ukraine, citing a post on the Telegram channel 'Dumka. Novyny Kharkova'.

Decision on Kharkiv Oblast: Status Quo

According to Sinehubov, there are currently no grounds for changing the curfew schedule in the region. Residents of Kharkiv Oblast are advised to take the established time window into account when planning trips and other activities at night. During the period when the restrictions are in effect, being on the streets and in other public places is governed by the established rules, so compliance with the regime remains mandatory for all categories of citizens.

National Context: Zelensky Announced a Review of the Rules

Earlier, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced plans to review the existing curfew rules against the backdrop of changing tactics in Russian attacks. In particular, the duration of the restrictions is planned to be shortened in Kyiv, while local authorities in other cities will be offered to independently assess the need to change the established time frames, taking into account security and business operating conditions. Thus, the decision for each region is made at the level of the regional administration, which explains the retention of the previous schedule in Kharkiv Oblast.

History of the Introduction of Restrictions in the Region

The curfew regime from 00:00 to 05:00 in Kharkiv and most communities of the region was established in August 2025. Since that time, the schedule has not undergone any changes, and, as confirmed by Sinehubov, no adjustments are planned at the current moment. The decision was made taking into account the operational situation and the nature of the threats that were present in the region during that period.

Practical Recommendations for Residents

Residents of Kharkiv Oblast need to take the start of the curfew into account when planning movements during the night hours. During the period from 00:00 to 05:00, being in public places and on the streets is governed by special rules. Violation of the established regime may result in administrative liability. It is recommended to plan trips, work and other matters in advance to avoid being in public spaces during the prohibited time.

Update of the Air Threat Alert System

In parallel with the discussion of the curfew, Ukraine is preparing an update to the air threat alert system. According to available data, the new system should take into account the nature of a possible attack and make the response to it more precise. This will allow citizens to receive more differentiated information about the level of threat and make reasoned decisions about their behavior at night.