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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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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 • 19224 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 • 5299 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 • 3697 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 • 16776 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 • 11906 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 • 5690 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 • 15733 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 • 14205 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 • 5538 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 • 4595 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 • 3314 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 • 6019 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 • 3918 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 • 3209 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 • 3596 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 • 8294 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 • 7076 views
Russia struck an enterprise in Chernihiv with ballistic missile - one person killed, a minor injured

A Russian missile damaged the outbuildings of a Chernihiv enterprise. One person was killed and a 17-year-old girl was injured in the attack.

War in Ukraine • April 2, 01:02 PM • 2915 views
Russians attacked transport infrastructure in Chernihiv and injured a railway worker

The occupiers struck transport facilities and a food enterprise in Chernihiv. A 36-year-old railway worker was injured and hospitalized.

War in Ukraine • March 27, 07:57 AM • 4435 views
Svyrydenko declared UAH 1.3 million in salary, over UAH 3.2 million in fees, and apartments in Kyiv and Chernihiv

The Prime Minister received UAH 1. 3 million in salary and UAH 3.2 million in fees. She owns real estate, land plots, and uses her husband's BMW X3 car.

Economy • March 24, 09:14 PM • 18497 views
Explosion at ATB supermarket in Chernihiv - police and chain name the cause

During the repulsion of a drone attack, an unknown object pierced the supermarket roof and detonated. As a result of the incident, four people were injured in the store.

Society • March 23, 08:37 AM • 7347 views
Explosion at ATB store in Chernihiv - what is known

On Sunday, March 22, an explosion occurred at an ATB store in Chernihiv. The incident was officially reported by Dmytro Bryzhynskyi, head of the Chernihiv City Military Administration.

Society • March 22, 12:22 PM • 12473 views
UAV strike on Chernihiv region on March 21 - the regional center was de-energizedPhoto

A Russian attack on an object in Nizhyn district left 430,000 subscribers without electricity. Critical infrastructure and transport switched to generators.

Society • March 21, 06:53 AM • 10776 views
Russia launched an information operation and deployed 40 "Lancets" on Kyiv - "Flash" revealed details of debris appearing in the capital's center

The occupiers modernized the drones with additional batteries instead of explosives for a 200 km flight. Air defense shot down most targets, preventing strikes on the front.

War in Ukraine • March 17, 12:44 PM • 5550 views
Grenade launcher shot at a weapons exhibition in Chernihiv in 2022: two servicemen sentenced

Two servicemen were sentenced to 5 and 6 years in prison for violating weapons handling rules. In September 2022, at an exhibition in Chernihiv, they allowed a child to fire a grenade launcher, injuring five people, including four children.

Crimes and emergencies • February 26, 02:44 PM • 3584 views
An explosion occurred on the outskirts of Chernihiv amid a ballistic missile threat

Dmytro Bryzhynskyi, head of the Chernihiv City Military Administration, reported an explosion on the northern outskirts of Chernihiv after a ballistic missile approach. The explosion occurred outside the city.

War in Ukraine • February 26, 01:42 PM • 4628 views
Woman dies after cosmetic procedures in a private clinic in Chernihiv, proceedings initiated

In Chernihiv, a 42-year-old woman died after an aesthetic operation in a private clinic. Police are investigating improper performance of duties by medical personnel.

Society • February 23, 10:30 AM • 5832 views
Rare Ukrainian-language film adaptations of Kotsiubynsky found in Chernihiv regionPhoto

Rare Ukrainian-language versions of film adaptations of the writer's works have been found in the Kotsiubynsky Museum in Chernihiv. Among the finds are film copies of short and feature films from the 1950s.

Society • February 20, 04:06 PM • 5809 views
Power line accident cut off electricity to Chernihiv, Slavutych, and part of the district on February 19

In the Chernihiv region, an accident on a 110 kV overhead line led to a power outage in Chernihiv, Slavutych, and part of the Chernihiv district. Energy workers are working to restore electricity supply.

Society • February 19, 11:34 AM • 4667 views
"I saw the thirst for victory" - Rutte recalled Patron and his trip to Chernihiv region

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that not only people but also animals, including the dog Patron, are unbreakable in Ukraine. He noted that Ukrainians are becoming stronger despite terrible difficulties.

Politics • February 14, 01:24 PM • 8959 views