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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: 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 • 47939 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 • 25599 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 • 17199 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 • 17572 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 • 29053 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 • 27466 views
Hostile drones detected in many regions of Ukraine

According to the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, enemy drones were spotted in various regions of Ukraine, including Chernihiv, Sumy, Cherkasy, Vinnytsia, and Dnipro, moving in different directions.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 10:49 PM • 77004 views
Hostile UAVs spotted in several regions

Hostile UAVs were spotted in different regions of Ukraine, including Sumy, Chernihiv, Mykolaiv, Kirovohrad, and Kherson, with different flight paths and directions.

War in Ukraine • May 18, 09:22 PM • 69187 views
General Staff: enemy is most active in Pokrovsk and Kurakhove sectors

Russian troops are currently most active in the Pokrovske and Kurakhove directions, and Ukrainian forces have repelled numerous enemy attacks.

War in Ukraine • May 17, 11:26 AM • 24256 views
Occupants attacked the border of Chernihiv region with various types of weapons, 146 explosions were recorded

Russian troops attacked the border of Chernihiv region with various types of weapons, 146 explosions were recorded. No information on deaths and injuries among the local population as a result of the shelling was recorded.

War in Ukraine • May 17, 07:19 AM • 38297 views
The situation on the northern border is under control and will not change significantly - spokesman for Siversk

The operational situation on the northern border is under control and will not change significantly: the enemy continues to shell settlements along the border strip of Chernihiv and Sumy regions with various types of artillery and drones.

War in Ukraine • May 16, 08:39 AM • 20897 views
Russian army shells Chernihiv region's border area with artillery, mortars and drones: 97 explosions

Russian troops attacked the Chernihiv region border area with a variety of weapons, causing 97 explosions and fires in households, but no deaths or injuries were reported.

War in Ukraine • May 16, 07:23 AM • 35257 views
Ukrzaliznytsia resumes Slavutych-Kyiv flight

Ukrzaliznytsia has launched an updated electric train on the Kyiv-Slavutych route, restoring direct rail service between the two cities and extending the existing regional route from Fastiv via Chernihiv to Slavutych.

Society • May 15, 05:42 PM • 39561 views
General Staff: Russia has lost 615 troops since the beginning of the offensive in Kharkiv sector

Since the beginning of May 15, 41 combat engagements have taken place on the frontline, with intense fighting continuing in the Kharkiv, Kupyansk, Lyman, Siversk, Kramatorsk, Toretsk, Pokrovsk, Kurakhove and Vremivsk sectors. The defense forces inflict significant losses on the Russian-terrorist forces.

War in Ukraine • May 15, 09:30 AM • 42089 views
Russian troops shell the border of Chernihiv region, a man is killed

As a result of Russian shelling of the border areas of Chernihiv region, a man was killed and 53 explosions from various types of weapons were recorded.

Society • May 15, 08:44 AM • 106298 views
145 combat engagements took place in the frontline - General Staff

Since the beginning of the day, 145 combat engagements took place along the entire frontline, during which the enemy fired 3 missiles, over 320 sorties of kamikaze drones and over 2,400 attacks on Ukrainian positions, actively using aviation and dropping almost 70 guided aerial bombs on Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • May 14, 09:01 PM • 60394 views
The Ministry of Health reminded that in case of a stray animal bite, it is necessary to consult a doctor

If you are bitten by a stray animal, you should immediately seek medical attention, as most rabies-related fatalities occur due to untimely medical attention or the belief that a healthy-looking animal is not a threat.

Society • May 14, 11:48 AM • 20978 views
Invaders are shelling the border of Chernihiv region: 33 explosions during the day

Russian troops shelled the border of Chernihiv region with various types of weapons, causing 33 explosions near civilian areas.

War in Ukraine • May 14, 08:01 AM • 20842 views
Amid deficit Ukraine continues to receive emergency electricity aid from the EU, restrictions for industry are planned earlier - Energy Ministry

Due to significant damage to energy facilities and an increase in electricity consumption, restrictions are being imposed on industrial consumers in Ukraine starting at 4 p. m. today, while emergency electricity supplies are being delivered from the EU.

War in Ukraine • May 14, 07:28 AM • 21676 views
The Air Force has warned about the movement of drones in a number of regions

Movement of enemy drones was spotted in four regions. The Air Force spotted them in Chernihiv, Kirovohrad, and Mykolaiv regions.

War in Ukraine • May 13, 07:06 PM • 80273 views
Zelensky: We are recording hostile activity against Sumy and Chernihiv regions

The Ukrainian military is thwarting Russia's attempts to expand the war by conducting counterattacks in Kharkiv region, destroying Russian infantry and equipment, and responding to enemy activity such as sabotage groups and shelling in Sumy and Chernihiv regions.

War in Ukraine • May 13, 05:14 PM • 62888 views
Zelensky on the situation in Kharkiv region: more and more of our results are coming

In the Kharkiv region, Ukrainian counterattacks continue, reinforcing areas such as Vovchansk and the border areas under the command of Brigadier General Mykhailo Drapaty, destroying Russian infantry and equipment.

War in Ukraine • May 13, 05:05 PM • 25915 views
russians attacked Dnipropetrovs'k region almost two dozen times: residential buildings and an agricultural company were damaged

The russian occupation forces shelled Dnipropetrovs'k region 17 times, damaging buildings, residential houses, a car, greenhouses, outbuildings, an agricultural enterprise, power lines and gas pipelines, using artillery and kamikaze drones.

War in Ukraine • May 13, 04:26 PM • 21758 views
Massive enemy attack on Snovsk with cluster munitions: number of wounded increased to four

Four civilians were injured when Russia launched a massive cluster munition attack on the community of Snovsk in Chernihiv region of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • May 13, 02:55 PM • 19515 views
Russian army shelled Chernihiv region 50 times in a week: 308 explosions recorded

Over the past week, the enemy fired 50 times at 20 localities in Chernihiv region, causing 308 explosions, including rocket attacks and air strikes.

War in Ukraine • May 13, 06:54 AM • 25315 views
Chernihiv: man shoots dog with a traumatic pistol, faces up to three years in prison

A 50-year-old man who shot a dog with a traumatic pistol in a parking lot was detained in Chernihiv.

Society • May 12, 02:53 AM • 94867 views
Over the day, russia launched 7 missile strikes, 108 air attacks, and 120 attacks from multiple launch rocket systems

Over the past day, russia launched 7 missile strikes, 108 air strikes and 120 attacks from multiple launch rocket systems at Ukrainian positions and localities in various regions.

War in Ukraine • May 11, 05:24 AM • 32143 views
Sowing season 2024: Ukrainian farmers have already sown 4.3 million hectares of grain

Ukrainian farmers have already planted about 10 million hectares of spring crops, including grains, pulses, sunflower, soybeans and sugar beet, during this year's spring sowing campaign.

Economy • May 10, 11:58 AM • 44700 views
eRestoration program: more than 54 thousand applications for restoration of damaged housing approved

More than 54,000 applications for compensation for damaged housing were satisfied, and more than 6,000 certificates for compensation for destroyed housing were issued under the Ukraine Recovery Program in its first year.

Society • May 10, 09:00 AM • 27820 views
To save electricity: Chernihiv will abandon street lighting at night

Chernihiv has decided to minimize street lighting until 21:30 in parks and 22:30 on roads to save electricity amid a shortage in Ukraine's energy system caused by Russian missile strikes.

Economy • May 9, 03:29 PM • 23033 views