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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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Regulatory authorities should punish companies that destroy Ukrainian roads with their heavy transport - member of the transport committee of the Verkhovna Rada

Mykola Velichkovych, a member of the Verkhovna Rada Committee on Transport, said that companies whose vehicles violate weight standards on the roads should be punished, and also suggested that enterprises involved in road damage make a financial contribution to their repair as a manifestation of social responsibility.

Society • June 4, 05:47 AM • 66220 views
In the sky over Ukraine at night 2 Iskander missiles and two drones launched by the enemy were destroyed

According to the commander of the armed forces of Ukraine, on the night of June 4, Ukrainian air defense systems shot down two Iskander cruise missiles and two drones, while the other two drones ceased to exist independently.

War in Ukraine • June 4, 05:26 AM • 23539 views
Russians have increased their activity in Kupyansky direction - General Staff

the Russians have increased their activity in the Kupyansky direction, carrying out 11 attacks on Ukrainian positions, while clashes continue in the areas of Stelmakhovka, Berestovo and Ternovo, while Ukrainian troops repel attacks in other directions.

War in Ukraine • June 3, 02:09 PM • 24347 views
One-way road: how social irresponsibility of some agricultural companies "kills"

One-way road: how the social irresponsibility of some agricultural companies "kills".

Society • June 3, 09:51 AM • 180444 views
In Kiev region, a 13-year-old girl was killed under the wheels of a train

A 13-year-old girl was killed under the wheels of a passenger train in the village of Zavorichi, Kiev region.

Society • June 3, 09:18 AM • 22186 views
Electricity supply restrictions are in effect throughout Ukraine during the day, significant imports are planned - ministry of energy

In Ukraine today, power supply restrictions are applied during the day, significant imports are planned, and more than 55 thousand subscribers are de-energized due to bad weather.

Society • June 3, 07:41 AM • 29294 views
In Chernihiv region, 38 explosions were heard during the day due to Russian shelling: two communities were under attack

In Chernihiv region, 38 explosions were recorded during the day due to Russian shelling of two communities using mortars, artillery and FPV drones.

War in Ukraine • June 3, 07:04 AM • 20457 views
In Chernihiv, after the UOC-MP, a medieval cathedral is being restored

In Chernihiv, museum workers are restoring the 11th-century Transfiguration Cathedral, which was previously used by the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of the Moscow Patriarchate, by cleaning the walls, removing garbage and dismantling illegal structures.

Society • June 1, 08:47 PM • 31697 views
The commission on journalistic ethics expelled the former head of Ukrinform because of accusations of censorship

The commission on journalistic ethics unanimously expressed no confidence and suspended the membership of former Ukrinform CEO Oleksiy Matsuka after publications about censorship.

Society • May 31, 06:35 PM • 39948 views
From June 1, severe or complex cases of acute intestinal infections will be additionally tested for cholera

Starting from June 1, in severe or complex cases of acute intestinal infections in Ukraine, additional laboratory tests for cholera will be conducted to prevent the spread of the disease in a favorable season for the pathogen.

Health • May 31, 08:50 AM • 22430 views
Russian occupiers shelled the border area of Chernihiv to Sumy region 21 times: 75 explosions

Russian occupiers shelled the border areas of Chernihiv and Sumy regions 21 times, resulting in 75 explosions from various weapons.

War in Ukraine • May 31, 07:00 AM • 24026 views
Russian army shelled Chernihiv and Sumy regions 29 times a day, 2 dead and 6 wounded

Russian troops fired 29 times at Chernihiv and Sumy regions, including two rocket attacks, as a result of which 2 civilians were killed, 6 were injured, and buildings and infrastructure were damaged.

War in Ukraine • May 30, 08:28 AM • 23247 views
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We do not have the right to control the weight of transport – Chernihiv RMA about the road, in the destruction of which local residents blame two agricultural companies

The Capital Construction Department of Chernihiv RMA said that local authorities cannot control the weight of vehicles on the roads, because Ukrtransbezpeka and the police are responsible for this. However, there is a problem with large vehicles that destroy roads and it needs to be solved.

Society • May 30, 05:43 AM • 97578 views
Canada handed over 10 ambulances to Ukraine

The Canadian-Ukrainian Foundation has handed over to Ukraine 10 new Ford C ambulances equipped with the necessary medical equipment to strengthen emergency medical services and Disaster Medicine in 7 regions of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • May 30, 01:30 AM • 51747 views
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No one will stop people if they block traffic - the official gave advice on how to encourage two agricultural companies to repair the road

The official gave advice on how to encourage two agricultural companies to repair the road.

Society • May 29, 09:55 AM • 118495 views
More than 50 explosions occurred in Chernihiv region over 24 hours due to Russian shelling, one killed

More than 50 explosions occurred in Chernihiv region as a result of Russian shelling, killing one civilian and damaging a private house.

Society • May 29, 07:04 AM • 24154 views
Hollywood-style robbery: in Chernihiv, two men dug a hole to rob a bank

Law enforcement officers detained two men who blew up a bank in Chernihiv earlier this month. The perpetrators planned to rob the institution and made a dig in advance, but did not calculate the force of the explosion, which destroyed the walls of the building.

Society • May 28, 02:06 PM • 19076 views
General Staff: the enemy is particularly active in the Pokrovsk sector, 15 clashes have been registered there since the beginning of the day

The enemy is particularly active in the Pokrovsk sector: 15 combat engagements have been registered there since the beginning of the day, five of which are still ongoing.

War in Ukraine • May 28, 12:49 PM • 17378 views
"Today we have started a new page of relations between our countries": Zelensky on signing security agreement with Belgium

Ukraine and Belgium have signed a security agreement providing Ukraine with €1 billion in military aid and 30 F-16 fighter jets, opening a new chapter in relations between the two countries that are crucial to European stability and security.

War in Ukraine • May 28, 09:35 AM • 22178 views
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The Ukrainian Dairy Company does not consider itself guilty of destroying the road that was used by an ambulance to bring an elderly woman to the hospital

The Ukrainian Dairy Company does not consider itself guilty of destroying the road that was used by an ambulance to take an elderly woman to the hospital.

Society • May 28, 08:48 AM • 111860 views
The enemy struck at the border of Chernihiv region: 50 explosions, two wounded

Russian troops attacked the Chernihiv region border with various weapons, causing 50 explosions and wounding two people.

War in Ukraine • May 28, 07:14 AM • 25060 views
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The death of an elderly woman who was transported to the hospital for a long time on a bad road: the agricultural company promised to investigate whether their transport was involved in the destruction of the asphalt

An elderly woman died after an ambulance taking her to the hospital was very late due to a badly damaged road, which residents say was destroyed by vehicles of the agricultural firms Kernel and Ukrainian Dairy Company.

Society • May 27, 10:43 AM • 103362 views
The enemy fired at the border of Chernihiv region with artillery and mortars: 35 explosions were heard

Russian troops shelled the border of Chernihiv region with artillery and mortars, 35 explosions recorded in three communities.

War in Ukraine • May 27, 08:09 AM • 22671 views
Combat engagement continues near Andriivka - General Staff

Fighting continues near Andriyivka, and in the Kramatorsk sector, Russian occupants made two offensive attempts but were repelled.

War in Ukraine • May 26, 11:58 AM • 30836 views
Ukrainian Air Force shoots down 12 of 14 missiles and 31 attack UAVs

During a nighttime air strike, the Ukrainian Air Force shot down 12 of 14 Russian missiles and 31 attack UAVs in 9 regions of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • May 26, 04:57 AM • 42972 views
Russians launch "Dagger" from MiG-31K fighter jet

A Russian MiG-31K fighter jet launches a Kinzhal missile from the Savasleyka airfield in the direction of Ukraine's Ivano-Frankivsk region.

War in Ukraine • May 26, 01:54 AM • 83072 views
Explosion on the outskirts of Chernihiv: no civilian casualties or damage to infrastructure reported

After the explosion on the northern outskirts of Chernihiv, no casualties or damage to infrastructure were reported.

War in Ukraine • May 25, 12:34 PM • 24959 views
Explosion approximately on the northern outskirts of Chernihiv - CMA

An explosion has occurred on the northern outskirts of Chernihiv, Ukraine, prompting authorities to urge residents to stay in shelters and avoid taking or publishing photos of the incident.

War in Ukraine • May 25, 11:09 AM • 33017 views
Russian army shells the border of Chernihiv region with artillery and mortars: 38 explosions

Russian troops attacked the border of Chernihiv region with various types of weapons, 38 explosions were recorded.

War in Ukraine • May 25, 10:25 AM • 110074 views
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An elderly woman who had been transported to the hospital for a long time on a road broken by agricultural companies died

An elderly woman died of a stroke in hospital due to ambulance delays caused by the poor condition of roads destroyed by two agricultural companies.

Society • May 24, 04:32 PM • 162407 views