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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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Massive attacks by the Russian Federation on the Chernihiv region: 100 explosions per day and a triple strike on the regional center

Over the course of a day, the occupants carried out 32 strikes on the Chernihiv region, using various types of weapons. As a result of the attacks, residential buildings in several districts were damaged, and fires were recorded.

War in Ukraine • January 4, 08:54 AM • 29170 views
A blow to Chernihiv: Associate Professor of the Institute of Postgraduate Education Oleksiy Halyonka was killed

Oleksiy Halonka, an associate professor at the Chernihiv Institute of Postgraduate Education, was killed by a Russian missile strike. The 72-year-old teacher had previously lost his home to shelling in March 2022.

War in Ukraine • January 3, 07:36 PM • 39472 views
Chaus on Russia's attack on Chernihiv: several missiles were equipped with cluster munitions

The occupiers fired three Iskander-M missiles at Chernihiv with an interval of 15 minutes, some with cluster munitions. The attack killed one person, wounded four others, and damaged private homes.

War in Ukraine • January 3, 07:12 PM • 29605 views
Ukrainian Defense Forces shoot down 3 missiles and 13 drones

The Ukrainian Defense Forces destroyed 3 missiles and 13 Shahed drones from 38 air targets launched by the Russian Federation. 19 imitator drones were locally lost without negative consequences.

War in Ukraine • January 3, 07:05 PM • 26899 views
Zelensky: Russia fired more than 300 drones and 20 missiles at Ukraine in three days of the new year

In the first three days of the new year, Russia attacked Ukraine with hundreds of attack drones and missiles, including ballistic missiles. Most of the attacks were repelled, but there were hits, injuries and deaths.

War in Ukraine • January 3, 06:13 PM • 27382 views
Drone attack: man suffers shrapnel wound to back in Kyiv region

As a result of an enemy UAV attack on Kyiv region, a man born in 1953 sustained a shrapnel wound to his back. The victim was hospitalized, and the debris fell in open areas without damaging infrastructure.

War in Ukraine • January 3, 05:59 PM • 24173 views
Russian strike on Chernihiv: number of casualties rises to four

A Russian missile strike on a residential area in Chernihiv killed one person and wounded four others. The rescue operation is ongoing, and private houses have been damaged.

War in Ukraine • January 3, 05:14 PM • 40689 views
Air defense forces destroy enemy “Shahed” in Khmelnytskyi region

In Khmelnytsky region, air defense forces destroyed one enemy Shahed UAV flying in the direction of Starokonstantinov. One person was killed in Chernihiv as a result of a triple rocket attack on a residential area.

War in Ukraine • January 3, 04:34 PM • 30994 views
Missile strike on Chernihiv: one victim and wounded

Russian troops launched three rocket attacks on residential buildings on the outskirts of Chernihiv. The attack destroyed several houses, killing one person and injuring others.

War in Ukraine • January 3, 04:07 PM • 22788 views
Explosion occurs in Zaporizhzhia amid missile threat

The head of Zaporizhzhia RMA Ivan Fedorov reported an explosion in the region. Earlier, he warned of the threat of cruise missiles in Zaporizhzhia and other regions of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • January 3, 03:42 PM • 22188 views
Russian Federation launches a group missile attack on the outskirts of Chernihiv, causing destruction and a casualty

Russia launched a group missile attack on the outskirts of Chernihiv. The attack damaged two private houses and injured one civilian.

War in Ukraine • January 3, 03:15 PM • 23311 views
Explosions occurred in Chernihiv

Missile explosions are reported in Chernihiv on the outskirts of the city. The Air Force warns of the threat of ballistic missile attacks in Chernihiv, Kyiv and Sumy regions.

War in Ukraine • January 3, 02:54 PM • 29239 views
Supported Russian aggression during minute of silence for fallen Heroes: man on scooter detained

In Chernihiv, a 41-year-old man was detained for shouting pro-Russian slogans during a minute of silence for the fallen Heroes. The offender faces up to three years in prison.

War in Ukraine • January 1, 11:25 AM • 30522 views
Russians shelled the city center in Chernihiv region on New Year's Eve: the consequences were shown

Russian forces shelled the town center in Semenivka community on New Year's Eve. Two shops, a bakery, and an infrastructure facility were damaged, with no casualties.

War in Ukraine • January 1, 08:46 AM • 23360 views
Russians attacked a residential area in a community in Chernihiv region at night: the consequences were shown

Russian troops shelled a residential area of Semenivka community in Chernihiv region. Private houses, outbuildings and two cars of local residents were damaged, with no casualties.

War in Ukraine • December 31, 07:53 AM • 23583 views
186 combat engagements in 24 hours: where the occupants attacked

Over the past day, 186 combat engagements took place, the enemy carried out 7 air strikes and fired over 5,000 times. Most attacks were registered in the Pokrovsk sector - 43 assault attacks.

War in Ukraine • December 30, 06:19 AM • 24658 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces General Staff: 158 combat engagements took place in the frontline, most of them in the Pokrovsk sector

Over the last day, 158 combat engagements took place, most of them in the Pokrovsk sector - 54 attacks. The enemy made 4,600 attacks and used 2,181 kamikaze drones.

War in Ukraine • December 29, 07:04 AM • 25472 views
An outbreak of acute intestinal infection was recorded in a Chernihiv kindergarten: what is known about the patients

An outbreak of acute intestinal infection has been reported in a Chernihiv kindergarten, with 6 children and 1 adult falling ill. All the victims were hospitalized, and anti-epidemic measures are being taken at the facility.

Society • December 25, 01:42 PM • 16287 views
Explosions in Kyiv: air defense is working

Enemy drones have been spotted in the sky over Kyiv region. Air defense forces are working to neutralize the threat.

War in Ukraine • December 24, 10:16 PM • 27597 views
Occupants intensify shelling of Chernihiv region: RMA reports on resettlement from the border

Over the past week, two residents of Chernihiv region were killed in shelling, and a minor was wounded. The evacuation of the population from the border areas continues in the region, and 2,869 facilities remain without electricity.

Society • December 23, 12:39 PM • 16376 views
Air Defense Forces work on enemy drones in Kyiv region

Enemy drones were spotted in the Kyiv region, and air defense forces are working on targets. Earlier, the Ukrainian Air Force reported the movement of two attack UAVs.

War in Ukraine • December 22, 10:59 AM • 44895 views
Air defense system operates in Kyiv region amid threat of enemy drones - RMA

Enemy UAVs were spotted in Kyiv region, and air defense is in place. Several groups of attack drones are moving from Chernihiv region in the western direction.

War in Ukraine • December 21, 11:44 AM • 28747 views
In Chernihiv deputies dismissed the secretary of the city council Lomak

Deputies of the Chernihiv City Council prematurely terminated the powers of Secretary Oleksandr Lomako at his own request. The head of the Chernihiv RMA called for the election of a new secretary to unite the deputy corps.

Society • December 20, 01:04 PM • 19072 views
Police officer dies in hospital after yesterday's Russian shelling in Chernihiv region

Police Major Serhiy Havluk, 41, died in hospital after being wounded by an enemy drone in Novhorod-Siverskyi district. Russian troops fired 21 times at the region over the last day, 53 explosions were recorded.

War in Ukraine • December 19, 07:53 AM • 15117 views
A policeman and a teenager suffered from occupants' attacks in Chernihiv region

A 41-year-old police officer was seriously wounded in a drone attack in Novhorod-Siverskyi district. In Semenivka community, a 16-year-old boy was injured by shelling.

Society • December 18, 09:01 PM • 18494 views
Electricity consumption stabilized, 104 settlements without power due to bad weather - Ukrenergo

Due to the bad weather, settlements in 5 regions of Ukraine are still without power supply. Ukrenergo reports stabilization of electricity consumption and the need to save money due to the power shortage.

Society • December 18, 09:42 AM • 13653 views
Russian drones attacked Chernihiv region: a farm with animals was damaged

An attack by enemy drones in the Chernihiv region damaged a farm, killing 11 cows. A gymnasium and several private houses in different parts of the region were also damaged.

Society • December 13, 07:29 AM • 18988 views
The Ministry of Social Policy told how many Ukrainians returned to the occupied territories

About a thousand Ukrainians have returned to the temporarily occupied territories. Out of 4.9 million IDPs, 29,000 people have returned to their previous places of residence, most of them to conditionally safe areas.

Society • December 12, 08:10 PM • 41862 views
The Air Force warns of the threat of UAV attacks in two regions of Ukraine

In Chernihiv and Sumy regions, a threat of attack drones was detected. The Air Force urges local residents to be especially careful because of possible attacks on civilian targets.

Society • December 9, 03:39 AM • 102957 views
Acting Mayor of Chernihiv Lomako announced that he is resigning

Acting mayor of Chernihiv Alexander Lomako submitted a letter of resignation from the post of Secretary of the city council. The reason for the resignation was a conflict with the heads of military administrations.

Politics • December 7, 03:15 PM • 24781 views