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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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Forecasters warn of extreme fire danger: weather forecast for August 4

Forecasters warn of an extreme level of fire danger in most regions of Ukraine on August 4. Rains are expected in the north and west, with daytime temperatures of up to 27°C and sometimes up to 32°C.

Society • August 4, 07:07 AM • 25311 views
140 combat engagements in the frontline: the situation is the most intense in the Pokrovsk sector

Over the last day, 140 combat engagements were registered at the frontline. The most intense fighting took place in the Pokrovske, Toretske and Kupyanske sectors, with the occupants losing 1150 troops and 5 tanks.

War in Ukraine • August 4, 06:23 AM • 39727 views
Massive fish kill in Chernihiv region: losses amounted to UAH 258 thousand

A massive fish kill was discovered on a lake in the village of Vediltsi. The cause was a decrease in the concentration of oxygen in the water, and environmentalists are demanding action.

Society • August 2, 11:51 PM • 21796 views
A group of enemy “Shahed” is moving to Chernihiv region

The Ukrainian Air Force reports that a group of enemy Shahed attack drones is moving in the direction of Chernihiv region.

War in Ukraine • August 2, 08:00 PM • 27679 views
Already 30 in Ukraine: the first recruitment center of the Ukrainian army was opened in Chernihiv

Ukraine's 30th army recruitment center has opened in Chernihiv. The center offers more than 10,000 vacancies and full support for recruitment, and is staffed by civilian specialists who do not issue draft notices.

Society • August 2, 03:31 PM • 25987 views
General Staff on the situation in the frontline: the number of combat engagements increased to 72, the hottest spot is in the Pokrovsk sector

The number of combat engagements in the frontline increased to 72. The most intense fighting continues in the Pokrovsk sector, where the enemy made 25 attempts to storm Ukrainian positions.

War in Ukraine • August 2, 01:29 PM • 26285 views
In Bila Tserkva a man was detained for detonating a grenade: his wife was killed, he and his son were injured

In Kyiv region, a 57-year-old man is suspected of throwing a grenade into a house during a quarrel. His wife was killed, he and his son were injured. The suspect has been detained and faces up to 15 years in prison.

Crimes and emergencies • August 2, 11:50 AM • 19098 views
In Chernihiv a man came to his ex-girlfriend's dormitory and threatened to blow up a grenade - police

A 36-year-old man came to the dormitory where his ex-girlfriend lives and threatened to detonate a grenade. The SBU detained the offender and seized an F-1 combat grenade from him.

Crimes and emergencies • August 2, 11:24 AM • 11766 views
Russian special services set fire to Ukrzaliznytsia facilities near the border: sabotage group detained

In Chernihiv region, a group of 4 people who were setting fire to railway equipment ordered by Russian special services was neutralized. The saboteurs were trying to disrupt the transportation of troops and equipment to the front.

War in Ukraine • August 2, 10:16 AM • 24393 views
Kharkiv region: Russians targeted Kupiansk and the district, a fire broke out on 2 hectares

As a result of Russian shelling, a wildfire broke out in the Kharkiv region covering 2 hectares. A private house in Kupyansk was damaged by mortar fire.

War in Ukraine • August 2, 05:44 AM • 30797 views
General Staff: 127 combat incidents per day, one third in the Pokrovsk sector

There were 127 combat engagements over the last day, 53 of them in the Pokrovsk sector. The enemy concentrated its efforts near Novooleksandrivka and Zhelanne, launching 63 air strikes and 1187 kamikaze attacks.

War in Ukraine • August 2, 05:36 AM • 35533 views
Russians fired about 2 thousand times in Chernihiv, Sumy and Kharkiv regions in July alone - SBGS

According to the State Border Guard Service, Russia shelled Chernihiv, Sumy, and Kharkiv regions about 2,000 times in July. Artillery, drones, and aircraft were used, with Sumy and Kharkiv regions suffering the most.

Society • August 1, 10:29 AM • 22562 views
There were 156 combat engagements in the frontline. Ukrainian defense forces hit an important occupant's facility

In the last day, 156 combat engagements took place in the frontline. The situation was the hottest in the Pokrovsk sector, where 55 attacks were repelled. Ukrainian defense forces struck 18 times at enemy positions, hitting an important facility.

War in Ukraine • August 1, 05:37 AM • 62915 views
The number of combat engagements on the frontline increased to 74: the General Staff told in which areas the situation is the hottest

The General Staff reports 74 combat engagements along the frontline. The most active enemy attacks were recorded in the Pokrovsk sector, where 32 attempts to storm Ukrainian positions took place.

War in Ukraine • July 30, 01:27 PM • 32331 views
General Staff: 149 combat engagements in the frontline in 24 hours, about a third of them took place in the Pokrovsk sector

There were 149 combat engagements in the frontline, 52 of them in the Pokrovsk sector. The enemy was most active near Novooleksandrivka, Zhelanne and Prohres, losing a lot of equipment in the Kurakhove sector.

War in Ukraine • July 30, 05:24 AM • 26325 views
The enemy shelled Chernihiv region 58 times in a week: about 20 people sought medical aid

During the week, Russian troops shelled 20 settlements in Chernihiv region 56 times, causing 191 explosions. Around 20 people sought medical care because of the attacks, and civilian infrastructure was damaged.

War in Ukraine • July 29, 06:38 AM • 23001 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces repelled 52 Russian attacks in the Pokrovsk sector. The situation was the most intense near Zhelanne and Novooleksandrivka

The frontline registered 128 combat engagements over the last day. The situation was the most intense in the Pokrovsk sector, where Ukrainian troops repelled 52 enemy assaults, especially near Zhelanne and Novooleksandrivka.

War in Ukraine • July 29, 05:38 AM • 28519 views
Bad weather leaves some residents without power in 4 regions of Ukraine

Due to the deteriorating weather conditions, 93 settlements in Khmelnytsky, Zhytomyr, Chernihiv and Kyiv regions were left without electricity. Power company crews are working to restore power supply.

Society • July 29, 05:33 AM • 21065 views
Ukrainian Armed Forces record 129 combat engagements over the last day - General Staff

Over the past day, 129 combat engagements were registered. The enemy launched 2 missile and 74 air strikes, making 4,883 attacks. Ukrainian forces repelled numerous attacks in different directions.

War in Ukraine • July 28, 06:18 AM • 39396 views
July 28: World Hepatitis Day, Day of Trade Workers of Ukraine

On July 28, 1925, the American doctor Baruch Samuel Blumberg was born, who later discovered the hepatitis B virus and received the Nobel Prize in Medicine in 1976.

UNN Lite • July 28, 03:03 AM • 69693 views
The enemy attacked Chernihiv region with drones, artillery and mortars: 21 explosions per day

Russian troops shelled the border of Chernihiv region with drones, artillery and mortars. Twenty-one explosions were recorded in Semenivka and Snovske communities, with no information on casualties.

War in Ukraine • July 27, 09:04 AM • 41476 views
Russian Federation attacks power transmission system facilities in two regions, shells a mine in Donetsk Oblast - Energy Ministry

The enemy attacked energy facilities in Chernihiv and Dnipropetrovs'k regions. A mine in Donetsk Oblast was shelled, trapping 86 miners underground. The blackout schedules will be in effect from 17:00 to 23:00.

Society • July 27, 08:07 AM • 55286 views
There were 122 combat engagements in the frontline over the last day. In the Pokrovsk sector, Russians concentrated their attacks near Novooleksandrivka

Over the last day, 122 combat engagements took place, 37 of them in the Pokrovsk sector. Russia carried out 80 air strikes and fired 4,636 times, while Ukrainian defense forces repelled the attacks in various directions.

War in Ukraine • July 27, 06:13 AM • 34103 views
Over the weekend in Ukraine it will be cloudy with rains, temperature up to +34°

Cloudy weather with possible rains is expected in Ukraine over the weekend. The temperature will range from +25° to +34°, with a gradual increase. Forecasters warn of a high fire hazard.

Agronomy news • July 27, 04:54 AM • 49490 views
Occupants received a tough rebuff near Robotyne, Mala Tokmachka and Novoandriivka - General Staff

Over the last day, 78 combat engagements took place in various frontline areas. Ukrainian troops successfully repelled enemy attacks near Robotyne, Mala Tokmachka and Novoandriivka in the Orikhivsk sector.

War in Ukraine • July 26, 02:04 PM • 33348 views
Russian attack caused power outages in Zhytomyr and Kyiv regions, outage schedules will be shorter in some hours - Ukrenergo

More than 68,000 consumers lost power as a result of a nighttime attack by Russian UAVs. The power outage schedules have been reduced, but restrictions are still in place throughout the day in different regions of Ukraine.

Society • July 26, 08:48 AM • 48085 views
Situation in Chernihiv region: enemy strikes at the border with mortars and artillery

russian troops attacked the border of Chernihiv region with mortars and artillery. Thirty-four explosions were recorded in different communities, with no information on casualties.

War in Ukraine • July 26, 06:38 AM • 34645 views
In the frontline, 147 combat engagements took place over the last day, the most intense in the Pokrovsk sector

Over the last day, 147 combat engagements were registered, the most active in the Pokrovsk sector. The enemy carried out 90 air strikes and fired over 4,900 times.

War in Ukraine • July 26, 05:40 AM • 30837 views
Ukrainian Air Force shoots down 20 attack UAVs at night

The Commander of the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Mykola Oleshchuk announced the successful repulsion of an air attack on the night of July 26, 2024.

War in Ukraine • July 26, 04:32 AM • 33576 views
Almost three million hryvnias worth of cigarettes did not reach post offices

Law enforcement officers seized counterfeit cigarettes worth UAH 2. 8 million in Sumy and Chernihiv regions. The pre-trial investigation is ongoing on the grounds of criminal offenses stipulated by Articles 199 and 204 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine.

Crimes and emergencies • July 25, 09:28 AM • 17422 views