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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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Invaders' shelling of Chernihiv region: 66 explosions in total, including the use of "shahids" with explosives by the rf armed forces

During the day, the occupants attacked 7 villages of the Novhorod-Siverskyi and Semenivka communities. Artillery, mortars, FPV drones and "shahids" with explosives were used.

Society • August 15, 07:55 AM • 28384 views
There were 58 battles on the Pokrovsk direction over the past day - General Staff

Over the course of the day, there were 165 combat clashes, the most on the Pokrovsk direction - 58. The enemy carried out 5 missile and 58 air strikes, conducted 4,365 shellings, including 135 from MLRS.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 05:53 AM • 34566 views
In the sky over Ukraine at night all 29 "Shaheds" were destroyed, enemy attacked with three X-59 missiles

During the night, Ukrainian defense forces shot down all 29 Shahed attack drones launched by Russia. There was also a hostile attack of 3 guided air-to-surface missiles X-59 launched from the Kursk region of the Russian Federation.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 05:25 AM • 37288 views
Despite Russia's attack on power facilities: no power outages planned for tomorrow in Ukraine

NPC Ukrenergo reported that no electricity consumption restrictions are expected in Ukraine on August 15. The company urged citizens to use electrical appliances sparingly during the day.

Society • August 14, 03:57 PM • 38877 views
Power engineers discover tripwire with grenade near power line in Chernihiv region

In Chernihiv region, employees of the Bobrovytsia district of Nizhyn power distribution company found a tripwire with a grenade near a power line. The incident occurred on August 12 during the scheduled clearing of the power line route in the previously occupied village.

War in Ukraine • August 14, 01:18 PM • 22934 views
Chernihiv region suffered an enemy artillery attack: a residential building caught fire

The enemy fired on Semenivka territorial community in Chernihiv region. An apartment building caught fire as a result of an artillery strike.

War in Ukraine • August 14, 12:55 PM • 22027 views
Russians attack two power facilities in the south and north - Ukrenergo

On the morning of August 14, Russians shelled a power facility in the south, causing no blackouts. At night, UAVs attacked a facility in the north, temporarily blacking out part of Chernihiv region. The power supply has been restored.

War in Ukraine • August 14, 08:23 AM • 29874 views
Ministry of Energy: 7 settlements in Chernihiv region left without electricity due to Russian shelling, electricians' car hit by an explosive device in the east

On August 14, no power outages are planned in Ukraine. However, in Chernihiv region, 7 settlements were cut off from power due to shelling, and a car of electricians exploded in the east.

Society • August 14, 07:56 AM • 29464 views
17 out of 23 enemy "Shaheds" were destroyed in the sky over Ukraine at night, Russian army attacked with two missiles

The Ukrainian Air Force destroyed 17 of the 23 Shahed drones launched by Russia at night. The attack also included two X-59/69 missiles, and targeted several regions of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • August 14, 05:56 AM • 39473 views
General Staff: 134 combat engagements in the frontline over the last day, most of them in the Pokrovsk sector

There were 134 combat engagements over the last day, 54 of them in the Pokrovsk sector. The enemy launched 2 missile and 81 air strikes, making 4,594 attacks. Defense forces repelled numerous enemy attacks.

War in Ukraine • August 14, 05:46 AM • 31804 views
Chernihiv region attacked by Russian troops with drones at night: there are hits to infrastructure

At night, Russian troops attacked Chernihiv region with drones. An infrastructure facility was hit in Nizhyn district, with no casualties. The consequences of the attack are being promptly eliminated.

War in Ukraine • August 14, 05:29 AM • 29482 views
To prepare as much equipment as possible for the heating season: the Ministry of Energy disclosed the details of the largest repair campaign in the history of the Ukrainian energy sector

Ukraine is carrying out an unprecedented repair campaign of energy facilities despite constant attacks. The goal is to prepare as much equipment as possible for the heating season, especially in the nuclear power sector.

War in Ukraine • August 13, 06:58 PM • 44718 views
Almost half of the fighting at the front took place in the Pokrovsk sector. Enemy attacked near Lypky, Hlyboke, Tykhy and Vovchansk - Ukrainian Defense Ministry

The General Staff reports 80 combat engagements on the frontline over the last day, almost half of them in the Pokrovsk sector. In the Kharkiv sector, the enemy carried out 12 attacks near Lypky, Hlyboke, Tykhy and Vovchansk.

War in Ukraine • August 13, 02:04 PM • 33364 views
Government allocates UAH 2.7 billion to restore a number of settlements in frontline regions

The Cabinet of Ministers has decided to allocate UAH 2. 7 billion for the restoration of frontline towns in four regions. The funds will be used for the comprehensive reconstruction of communities to return people and develop the local economy.

Society • August 13, 10:02 AM • 29105 views
No blackouts are expected, there were power outages in Chernihiv region due to night attack by Russian drones - Ukrenergo

At night, Russian UAVs attacked power facilities in Chernihiv region. Consumers are supplied with power, no blackouts are expected, but Ukrainians are urged to conserve electricity throughout the day.

Society • August 13, 08:12 AM • 59100 views
The Navy explains why russian troops will not be able to land on the Black Sea coast in Odesa region

The Ukrainian Navy spokesperson explained why the Russian landing force will not be able to land on the Odesa coast. This requires the support of ground troops, which are not available, and ships cannot approach because of the threat from coastal artillery.

War in Ukraine • August 13, 07:33 AM • 33581 views
Russian troops attacked civilian infrastructure in Chernihiv region with drones at night: rescuers show the consequences

At night, Russian troops attacked civilian infrastructure in Chernihiv region with drones. Buildings were damaged and a fire broke out, but there were no fatalities or injuries. Twenty-five rescuers are involved in the aftermath.

War in Ukraine • August 13, 06:59 AM • 26224 views
General Staff: in the Pokrovsk sector, the largest concentration of enemy attacks was near Hrodivka and Zhelanne

Over the last day, 134 combat engagements took place in the frontline, 52 of them in the Pokrovsk sector. The enemy launched 2 missile and 67 air strikes, firing over 4,400 times at Ukrainian positions.

War in Ukraine • August 13, 05:58 AM • 38053 views
Ukrainian air defense shoots down 30 of 38 enemy attack drones during massive attack

On the night of August 13, 2024, Russia attacked Ukraine with 2 ballistic missiles and 38 drones. Ukrainian air defense forces successfully destroyed 30 drones in different regions of the country.

Society • August 13, 04:25 AM • 43881 views
Russia attacks civilian infrastructure in Bakhmach, Chernihiv region

At night, Russian occupants attacked civilian infrastructure in Bakhmach, Chernihiv region. The head of the Chernihiv RMA, Vyacheslav Chaus, reported the attack but did not provide further details.

War in Ukraine • August 12, 09:40 PM • 37400 views
Business during the war: for which Ukrainian cities it is important to preserve industrial enterprises

Russia's full-scale aggression has caused significant damage to the Ukrainian industry. The example of Brovapharma shows how businesses are adapting to the new realities and cooperating with local authorities to maintain production.

Economy • August 12, 03:12 PM • 214755 views
Belarus has to deal with Russia regarding drones in its skies - Siversk

A spokesperson for the Siversk military unit said that Russian attack UAVs were flying through Belarus. The situation on the border with Belarus is stable, but Ukraine is ready to defend itself, taking into account the experience of a full-scale offensive.

War in Ukraine • August 12, 12:14 PM • 24773 views
No power outages are planned, no excessive levels of radioactive emissions and discharges were recorded due to the fire at ZNPP - Ministry of Energy

Ukraine's power system is stable, no blackouts are planned. A fire broke out on the territory of ZNPP, but the radiation background is normal. 495 settlements remain without power due to the fighting.

Society • August 12, 08:22 AM • 44023 views
General Staff: 124 combat engagements over the last day, one third of them in the Pokrovsk sector

There were 124 combat engagements in the frontline, 41 of them in the Pokrovsk sector. The enemy launched 5 missile and 65 air strikes, making 4673 attacks.

War in Ukraine • August 12, 05:34 AM • 40690 views
Power engineers' car explodes on explosives in eastern Ukraine, 31-year-old foreman injured

In the eastern region of Ukraine, a power company vehicle hit an explosive device while inspecting an overhead line. A 31-year-old power grid maintenance foreman was seriously injured and hospitalized.

Society • August 11, 01:45 PM • 37695 views
The enemy used the entire arsenal of weapons to shell 40 Ukrainian border settlements

Russian troops used the entire arsenal of weapons to shell 40 settlements in Sumy and Chernihiv regions. Mortars, artillery, MLRS, drones and guided aerial bombs were used, causing injuries and damage to civilian objects.

Society • August 11, 12:49 PM • 44898 views
Over 70 combat engagements registered in the frontline, one third of them in the Pokrovsk sector - General Staff

The General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces reports 72 combat engagements over the last day, most of them in the Pokrovsk sector. The enemy continues offensive actions, using aviation and artillery along the entire front line.

War in Ukraine • August 10, 01:56 PM • 44782 views
90 combat engagements were registered over the last day, the enemy was most active in the Pokrovsk sector - General Staff

The Ukrainian Armed Forces General Staff reported 90 combat engagements over the past day. The most active fighting took place in the Pokrovsk sector, where Ukrainian troops repelled 28 enemy attacks.

War in Ukraine • August 10, 05:46 AM • 35740 views
Shmyhal visits children's hospital in Chernihiv region that suffered from Russian shelling

Prime Minister of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal inspected the restoration of a children's hospital in Chernihiv region damaged by Russian shelling. The repair work includes the construction of shelters and the provision of an autonomous power supply.

War in Ukraine • August 9, 02:34 PM • 26753 views
Ukraine has eliminated unnecessary restrictions on the import of energy equipment: what you need to know

The Cabinet of Ministers has lifted restrictions on the import of energy equipment and is stepping up the program to install alternative energy in government agencies. The government is also working to decentralize the power system and increase generation in Chernihiv region.

Economy • August 9, 12:35 PM • 32976 views