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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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Hostile UAVs spotted heading southwest near Chernihiv and Kyiv regions

Enemy UAVs were detected on the border of Chernihiv and Kyiv regions flying southwest, the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports.

War in Ukraine • July 17, 07:22 PM • 33941 views
Belgium to finance reconstruction projects in Ukraine for €150 million: agreement signed

Belgium will provide EUR 150 million to finance projects to restore energy and social infrastructure in Kyiv and Chernihiv regions of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • July 17, 10:53 AM • 30936 views
Air defense system can work on enemy reconnaissance drone in Kharkiv region - Air Forces

The Ukrainian Air Force reported a possible air defense operation against an enemy reconnaissance drone in Kharkiv region, and earlier, cruise missiles flying through Sumy region toward Chernihiv region and one moving further toward Kyiv region.

War in Ukraine • July 16, 11:18 AM • 30484 views
Situation in Chernihiv region: enemy fired at 17 localities over the past week

Over the past week, the Russian Armed Forces shelled 17 settlements in Chernihiv region 38 times, damaging civilian infrastructure and causing 177 explosions.

Society • July 15, 07:16 AM • 25779 views
Bad weather left 446 settlements in 6 regions without power

Due to unfavorable weather conditions - rain, thunderstorms and wind gusts - 446 settlements in 6 regions of Ukraine were cut off from electricity supply, and regional power company crews are working to restore power.

Society • July 15, 05:19 AM • 21905 views
Scorching heat to cover Ukraine, temperature to reach +40°C

Intense heat with temperatures up to +40°C will continue in Ukraine until July 18, with a temporary slight decrease after that.

Health • July 13, 09:49 PM • 24166 views
Russians attacked Chernihiv region with mortars and artillery: 21 explosions were heard

Russian troops shelled the border of Chernihiv region with mortars and artillery, resulting in 21 explosions.

War in Ukraine • July 13, 08:00 AM • 31764 views
Leptospirosis season: the Ministry of Health told how to protect yourself

In summer, the risk of contracting leptospirosis, a potentially fatal infection transmitted from animals to humans through contaminated water or contact with infected animals, increases in Ukraine, so the Ministry of Health advises taking precautions: avoid contaminated water bodies, vaccinate pets, wear protective equipment, and seek immediate medical attention if symptoms appear.

Society • July 12, 10:15 AM • 19035 views
"Excursion on a grain truck": 23 more men tried to get to Moldova

23 men from different regions of Ukraine tried to illegally cross the state border with Moldova by paying an organizer and crossing in a grain truck, but were detained by border guards.

Society • July 10, 11:01 AM • 26140 views
World Energy Independence Day, Capybara Day, and the birthday of the football whistle. What else can be celebrated on July 10

On World Energy Independence Day, various events are held around the world to promote the transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources such as wind, solar, hydroelectric, nuclear and geothermal energy.

UNN Lite • July 10, 03:11 AM • 121330 views
Over a week, Russians shelled 14 settlements in Chernihiv region

Over the past week, Russians fired 55 times at 14 settlements in Chernihiv region, causing 343 explosions and damaging civilian infrastructure.

Society • July 8, 08:28 AM • 36904 views
Explosions occurred in Kyiv after Ukrainian Air Force warned of enemy Kinzhal missile

Explosions were heard in Kyiv after the Ukrainian Air Force warned of an approaching Russian Kinzhal missile.

War in Ukraine • July 8, 07:34 AM • 55451 views
Air Force warns of missile threat, urges Kyiv to take shelter

Ukraine's Air Force has warned of a missile threat to the Kyiv region, urging residents to take cover amid reports of a massive missile attack on Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • July 8, 07:25 AM • 32827 views
Preparing attacks on oil depots and airfields in Kyiv and Chernihiv regions: FSB agent detained

An FSB agent is detained for preparing missile attacks on military airfields and fuel and energy facilities in Kyiv and Chernihiv regions.

War in Ukraine • July 8, 07:16 AM • 21321 views
No precipitation in Ukraine, up to +37° in some places during the day

On July 7, no precipitation is expected in Ukraine, with temperatures ranging from 28-33°C in most regions, and up to 37°C in some southern and eastern regions.

Agronomy news • July 7, 03:28 AM • 40187 views
In Chernihiv region, unknown persons hang two dogs on a bridge

Two hanged dogs were found on a bridge in the Nizhyn district of Chernihiv region, which led to a police investigation into animal cruelty.

Society • July 6, 11:54 PM • 23028 views
Russia's night attack on power facility in Sumy region cut off power supply to more than 100 thousand consumers, significant imports are planned - Energy Ministry

A Russian attack on a power facility in Sumy region left more than 100,000 consumers without power, while Ukraine received emergency electricity from Poland and plans to import more.

Society • July 6, 07:43 AM • 77889 views
Six communities received mobile CPAMs - Fedorov

Six Ukrainian communities in Mykolaiv and Dnipropetrovs'k oblasts have received mobile Administrative Service Centers that will help residents of frontline areas access public services faster and more comfortably.

Society • July 5, 09:03 AM • 31796 views
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How long the repaired road in Chernihiv region will last will depend on the vehicles' compliance with the weight regime - Restoration Service

Emergency repairs have been carried out on the road between Berestovets and Komarivka in Chernihiv Oblast, and how long the new pavement will last will depend on the weight limits for heavy vehicles.

Society • July 5, 07:53 AM • 73123 views
During a night attack, the Defenders shot down all 32 enemy Shahed drones

All 32 enemy attack drones were successfully shot down by Ukrainian air defense during the night attack.

War in Ukraine • July 5, 04:52 AM • 28436 views
21 out of 22 enemy "Shaheds" destroyed over Ukraine at night

Ukrainian air defense successfully shoots down 21 of 22 Russian Shahed attack drones launched at night from the Kursk region of Russia.

War in Ukraine • July 4, 05:26 AM • 32670 views
Thunderstorms and heat: forecasters gave a forecast for today

Short-term rains and thunderstorms are expected in parts of Ukraine today, while in some other regions, heat up to 38°C is possible on July 4.

Society • July 4, 05:15 AM • 33843 views
An enemy drone hits a facility in Chernihiv region: 5963 consumers are without electricity supply

An enemy drone hit a facility in Chernihiv Oblast. As of now, 5,963 consumers are without electricity, but power engineers are working to restore power supply.

Society • July 4, 04:55 AM • 24531 views
Threat of using attack drones detected in Sumy and Chernihiv regions

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine informed about the detection of a threat of using attack drones in Sumy and Chernihiv regions.

War in Ukraine • July 3, 08:33 PM • 28199 views
General Staff on the situation at the front: the number of hostile attacks has increased in the Toretsk sector, there is also an escalation in the Orikhivske sector

Ukrainian troops repelled numerous Russian attacks in many parts of the frontline, with more than 90 combat engagements recorded as the enemy intensified its offensive in the Donetsk region.

War in Ukraine • July 3, 01:50 PM • 33625 views
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Cleared the roadside: the agricultural holding told how they joined the repair of the road, which people accused them of destroying

"Ukrainian Dairy Company has cleared the roadside before starting repair work on the damaged road between Berestovets and Komarivka in Nizhyn district, Chernihiv region, which it and Kernel were accused of destroying.

Society • July 3, 08:15 AM • 93792 views
Weather contrasts: in some parts of Ukraine it is raining and hailing, while in others it is hot and dry

Most of Ukraine will experience dry and hot weather with temperatures of 30-37°C, with rains, thunderstorms, hail and squalls of 15-20 m/s in the western regions.

Society • July 3, 05:23 AM • 23437 views
Rains in the West of Ukraine and dry weather in the central regions: weather forecasters told about the weather on July 3

On July 3, Ukraine will have contrasting weather with temperatures ranging from +17 to +37 degrees in different regions.

Society • July 2, 11:23 AM • 17878 views
A thunderstorm is approaching the western regions: power engineers warn of possible blackouts

As of 9:00 a. m. on July 2, 245 settlements were without power, and further complications in the work of utilities and energy companies in the western regions of Ukraine are possible.

Society • July 2, 09:50 AM • 21162 views
Russian army attacks Chernihiv region with drone and mortars: 17 explosions

Russian troops attacked Chernihiv region with a drone and mortars, 17 explosions were recorded over the past day.

War in Ukraine • July 1, 08:07 AM • 22905 views