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Chernihiv

city in Ukraine, regional center
Chernihiv is an ancient city located in northern Ukraine, approximately 150 km northeast of Kyiv, on the picturesque banks of the Desna River. It is the administrative center of the Chernihiv Oblast, and its population as of January 2026 is 294,551 people. The city has a rich history, with archaeological findings indicating its existence as early as the 9th century, and the first official mention dates back to 907.
907
The city of Chernihiv is first mentioned in the Rus'-Byzantine Treaty, indicating its early importance
1024
Chernihiv becomes the center of a large principality, contributing to its flourishing
1036
Construction of the Transfiguration Cathedral, the oldest cathedral in Eastern Europe, began
1648
Chernihiv became a regimental center during the Cossack Hetmanate
1967
The National Architectural and Historical Reserve "Ancient Chernihiv" was established
2022
Chernihiv was awarded the honorary title "Hero City of Ukraine" for its resilience and heroism
2023
Short-term restoration of the city began in cooperation with international partners
2023
UNESCO led efforts to restore damaged sites of the "Ancient Chernihiv" reserve
2023
The city received the "Flag of Honor" award from the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe for promoting European ideals
2025
The city dental clinic provided barrier-free access for people with limited mobility
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Six wounded in Chernihiv due to Russian attack on enterprise

Six people were wounded in Chernihiv due to a UAV attack on an enterprise and a parking lot. 37 vehicles were damaged, and all victims have been hospitalized.

War in Ukraine • June 5, 10:04 AM • 3339 views
Ukraine expands list of young doctors eligible for UAH 200,000 in targeted employment assistance

The government has expanded the list of young doctors eligible to receive 200,000 hryvnias in assistance. Payments are available to specialists in territories of possible combat operations.

Society • June 4, 12:48 PM • 3240 views
Body of a woman found under the rubble of a lyceum destroyed by a Russian strike in Chernihiv region

Occupiers destroyed a lyceum in Chernihiv region with drones, where a woman's body was found under the rubble. Over the past day, three more civilians were wounded in the region due to shelling.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 02:03 PM • 3318 views
Russia wounded 8 people during attacks on Chernihiv region, struck Chernihiv overnightPhoto

As a result of UAV attacks on the Chernihiv region, eight people were wounded, including three children. The enemy hit a community center, enterprises, and energy facilities.

War in Ukraine • June 1, 07:35 AM • 3842 views
40,000 consumers without power in Chernihiv due to Russian attack

As a result of an attack on an energy facility in the Chernihiv district, 40,000 consumers have been left without power. Specialists are already working to restore the electricity supply.

Society • May 31, 05:16 PM • 10166 views
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Why Ukrainians are increasingly selling apartments and buying houses in villagesPhoto

Due to the energy crisis, Ukrainians are en masse exchanging apartments for houses. Autonomy and private land have become the top priorities in the real estate market.

Society • May 30, 03:10 PM • 149599 views
Chernihiv heavily attacked by Russian drones, critical infrastructure hitPhoto

At night, Chernihiv was attacked by drones, with 15 explosions recorded. A woodworking enterprise, a logistics company, and critical infrastructure were damaged.

War in Ukraine • May 27, 06:10 AM • 3657 views
Zelenskyy: Belarus's leadership must stay alert and realize there will be consequences for aggressive actions against Ukraine

The President announced the reinforcement of the border and fortifications in northern Ukraine. The leadership of Belarus must face consequences in the event of new aggressive actions.

War in Ukraine • May 21, 05:12 PM • 4159 views
Russian drones attacked Chernihiv – a fuel tanker is on fire, there are casualtiesPhoto

In Chernihiv, a fuel tanker caught fire and residential buildings were damaged due to a drone attack. Two people were injured; emergency services are working at the scene.

Society • May 18, 08:29 PM • 6047 views
Russians attacked Chernihiv region with drones over the past day – there are wounded and destructionPhoto

As a result of attacks in the Koriukivka district and Chernihiv, two people were hospitalized. Residential buildings, vehicles, and civilian infrastructure were damaged.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 05:03 AM • 4979 views
Russian drone attacked the center of Chernihiv – three people injuredPhoto

Occupiers struck an administrative building and a car in the center of Chernihiv with a drone. Three people suffered acoustic trauma; all necessary services are working at the scene.

Society • May 5, 08:35 AM • 5305 views
Major repairs of key international highways completed ahead of schedule – Prime Minister

On international highways, 7. 3 million square meters of pavement have been repaired, which constitutes 104% of the plan. By June, road restoration volumes are expected to increase to 10 million square meters.

Economy • May 1, 01:27 PM • 59661 views
Russian attack on Dnipropetrovsk region on April 30 - number of casualties rises to 17

The number of casualties from the attack on the Dnipro district has risen to 17 people. Seven people are in hospitals, one man is in serious condition.

Society • April 30, 02:25 PM • 7580 views
Russian attack on Dniprovskyi district – number of casualties rises to 11PhotoVideo

A woman was killed as a result of the attack on the Dniprovskyi district, and the number of wounded has risen to 11. An apartment building, a shop, a bus, and ten cars were damaged.

Society • April 30, 09:34 AM • 19084 views
The number of casualties in the Dniprovskyi district due to the Russian attack on April 30 has risen to 4 people

Four people were injured and one person was killed due to the Russian attack in the Dniprovskyi district. Three of the wounded are in hospitals in various conditions of severity.

Society • April 30, 08:32 AM • 5127 views
Russia attacked Chernihiv and the Dniprovskyi district – one person died, there are wounded

In Chernihiv, a UAV hit an administrative building, two people were injured. In the Dniprovskyi district, a fire broke out; one person died and another was injured.

War in Ukraine • April 30, 07:52 AM • 3584 views
Chernihiv shooter detained - patrol police released videoVideo

Patrol officers detained a man for shooting into the air on Myru Avenue. The offender's pistol was seized, and proceedings were initiated under the article on hooliganism.

Society • April 19, 08:28 PM • 16670 views
Chernihiv shooting on April 19 - police detained 23-year-old manPhoto

In Chernihiv, a 23-year-old intoxicated man fired several shots into the air. Police seized the weapon and initiated proceedings under the article on hooliganism.

Society • April 19, 04:22 PM • 11792 views
Shooting in Chernihiv - no casualties - police

In Chernihiv, a man fired a starting pistol on the street. There were no casualties, and the police denied information about firing at children.

Society • April 19, 02:36 PM • 5225 views
Nighttime Shahed drone attack on Chernihiv results in teenager's death

As a result of the enemy attack, a 16-year-old boy was killed and four people were injured. Three private houses were destroyed, and a school and an administrative building were damaged.

War in Ukraine • April 19, 05:00 AM • 15648 views
Massive 'Shahed' drone attack on Chernihiv and explosions in Zaporizhzhia region - first details

The enemy attacked Chernihiv with drones; a UAV fall was recorded within the city. Explosions also occurred in the Zaporizhzhia region during an air raid alert.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 10:40 PM • 13982 views
Due to a Russian strike on an energy facility, 25,000 Chernihiv residents are left without electricity

The Russian attack on April 18 caused emergency damage to power grids in Chernihiv. Energy workers are working to restore power to 25,000 subscribers.

Society • April 18, 06:09 AM • 5237 views
Russia struck an energy facility in Chernihiv region, leaving 380,000 subscribers without electricity

The Russian attack damaged a facility in Nizhyn district. Chernihiv, Nizhyn, Pryluky, and surrounding areas are without power, and restoration work is underway.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 04:10 AM • 4377 views
Chernihiv partially left without electricity due to night attack by Russia

Russian troops attacked critical infrastructure in Chernihiv region, causing fires. About 6,000 subscribers in the city were left without electricity.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 05:19 AM • 3236 views
"Every day we need missiles for air defense": Zelenskyy reacted to the Russian attack and announced new agreements with PAC-2 and IRIS-T

Ukraine will receive PAC-2 missiles and IRIS-T launchers thanks to new agreements. The priority remains the protection of cities from combined Russian air attacks.

War in Ukraine • April 15, 09:17 AM • 5422 views
Massive emergency power outage in Chernihiv - the cause has been named

Due to damage to a cable line, the northern part of Chernihiv was left without electricity. 4,300 subscribers are without power, and energy workers are already working to restore electricity supply.

Society • April 14, 08:36 PM • 3829 views
Russia has been attacking administrative buildings in Chernihiv since morning, there are wounded

An enemy Shahed drone damaged an administrative building in the city center. As a result of the attack, two people with limb injuries were hospitalized.

War in Ukraine • April 14, 08:58 AM • 3140 views
Police officer's body found with gunshot wound in Chernihiv

A deceased law enforcement officer was found in a forest in Chernihiv. Preliminary reports suggest suicide. The circumstances of the tragedy are currently being investigated by detectives from the State Bureau of Investigation.

Crimes and emergencies • April 10, 03:32 PM • 3527 views
Pokrovsk, Kupyansk, Starokostiantyniv and more: Zelenskyy awarded a number of "Hero City of Ukraine" honors

The President awarded cities in Donetsk, Zaporizhzhia, Kharkiv, and other regions for their resilience. In total, 26 Ukrainian cities now hold this honorary status.

Society • April 9, 05:58 PM • 7188 views
350,000 subscribers in Chernihiv region left without electricity due to Russian attack

As a result of strikes on two energy facilities, residents of Chernihiv and three districts were left without electricity. Energy workers will begin repairs after military permission.

Society • April 6, 04:10 AM • 6936 views