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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 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 • 23262 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 • 97614 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 • 51772 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 • 118521 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 • 24180 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 • 19088 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 • 17382 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 • 22191 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 • 111880 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 • 25072 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 • 103401 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 • 22681 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 • 30843 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 • 42983 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 • 83093 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 • 24963 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 • 33024 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 • 110087 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 • 162432 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 • 18002 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 • 23943 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 • 31167 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 • 17621 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 • 19283 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 • 65301 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 • 22690 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 • 21453 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 • 23086 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 • 90891 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 • 23535 views