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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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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 • 17373 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 • 22165 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 • 111823 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 • 25055 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 • 103328 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 • 22667 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 • 30831 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 • 42968 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 • 83059 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 • 24956 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 • 33007 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 • 110068 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 • 162377 views
Ukrainian Defense Forces Stop Russian Troops in Kharkiv Region and Conduct Counter-Offensive Actions

Ukrainian troops have stopped the Russian offensive in the Kharkiv sector and are conducting counteroffensive operations, inflicting significant losses on the occupiers.

War in Ukraine • May 24, 12:53 PM • 17970 views
Impersonating the military: drug traffickers who delivered cocaine during curfew exposed in Kyiv

A group of drug dealers who sold cocaine during the curfew, posing as military personnel, was exposed in Kyiv. The defendants face up to 10 years in prison.

Kyiv • May 24, 12:24 PM • 23924 views
Spring sowing campaign at the finish line: more than 12 million hectares sown in Ukraine

Ukrainian farmers have planted more than 12 million hectares of spring crops, including 6. 7 million hectares of oilseeds and 5.4 million hectares of grains and legumes, and this year's harvest is expected to reach 74 million tons.

Economy • May 24, 12:08 PM • 31142 views
The situation on the battlefield, army supplies and Russia's plans to disrupt the Peace Summit: Zelensky holds a meeting of the Stavka

President Zelenskyy held a meeting with senior military and intelligence officials to discuss the situation on the battlefield, enemy plans to disrupt the Peace Summit, and the provision of necessary weapons and assistance to the army.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 03:54 PM • 17598 views
Cherkasy educational institution for children with disabilities received important robotics kits for teaching

Children with special needs at the Krayina Dobra educational and rehabilitation center in Cherkasy received LEGO robotics sets provided by the MHP Community Foundation to promote STEM education and socialization.

Society • May 23, 03:27 PM • 19246 views
Starting from the end of 2023, Sumy region remains the most active area where enemy subversive reconnaissance groups are trying to enter - SBGS

Since the end of 2023, Sumy region has remained the most active area where enemy sabotage and reconnaissance groups have been trying to infiltrate Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 10:14 AM • 65288 views
Russians continue shelling Chernihiv region: 19 explosions recorded

Russians continue shelling civilian areas of Chernihiv region: 19 explosions were recorded from alleged shelling with 120-mm mortars, no casualties.

Society • May 23, 06:59 AM • 22663 views
In Kiev, five "criminal authorities" were detained: law enforcement officers conducted a special operation

Five "criminal authorities" were detained in Kyiv for participating in criminal "gatherings" linked to an illegal group that produced forged documents to help those liable for military service illegally cross the Ukrainian border.

Crimes and emergencies • May 22, 02:39 PM • 21440 views
The enemy continues to attack Chernihiv Region: 23 explosions were recorded during the day

the Russian armed forces launched 23 artillery strikes on the border areas of Chernihiv region from barrel artillery and mortars.

War in Ukraine • May 22, 06:44 AM • 23067 views
Health Ministry: 211 medical facilities destroyed in Ukraine since the beginning of Russian invasion due to enemy attacks

Since the beginning of the full-scale war in Ukraine, 1604 medical facilities have been damaged and 211 completely destroyed as a result of Russian attacks and shelling.

War in Ukraine • May 21, 09:59 AM • 90864 views
Russian troops attack Chernihiv region with cannon artillery and mortars

Russian troops attacked Chernihiv region with cannon artillery and mortars, resulting in 35 explosions near civilian settlements.

War in Ukraine • May 21, 07:57 AM • 23510 views
General Staff: fighting continues in the Kharkiv sector near Starytsia and Vovchansk, occupants are trying to advance in the Kupyansk sector

According to the General Staff, the occupants have made a total of 58 attempts to force our soldiers out of their positions. Combat continues in 17 areas.

War in Ukraine • May 20, 02:54 PM • 47918 views
Enemy is most active in the Pokrovsk sector - General Staff

Ukrainian troops are successfully repelling Russian attacks on many fronts, with the enemy being most active in the Pokrovsk sector.

War in Ukraine • May 20, 11:59 AM • 25577 views
Hostile shelling in Chernihiv region: 72 attacks, 412 explosions, one casualty in a week

Over the past week, the enemy shelled 26 localities in Chernihiv region 72 times, causing 412 explosions, 16 air strikes, damage to civilian and critical infrastructure, wounding 5 civilians and killing 1 person.

War in Ukraine • May 20, 11:38 AM • 17174 views
Occupants shelled four villages in Chernihiv region with mortars: 51 explosions recorded

Over the past 24 hours, Russian troops shelled the border of Chernihiv region with mortars, recording 51 explosions in four villages.

War in Ukraine • May 20, 08:59 AM • 17552 views
Power outages are possible in the evening, emergency assistance from the EU is already underway - Ministry of Energy

Due to the electricity shortage caused by the Russian attacks, restrictions may be imposed on industrial and residential consumers in all regions from 18:00 to midnight today.

War in Ukraine • May 20, 06:57 AM • 29010 views
Chernihiv region: rescuers eliminated 6 fires, 5 of which occurred in the residential sector

In Chernihiv region, SES units extinguished 6 fires, including 5 in the residential sector and 1 in natural ecosystems, and seized 19 explosive devices and provided assistance to the population.

Society • May 19, 02:09 AM • 27433 views