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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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Shmyhal meets with American business in Washington, D.C.: they discussed the attack on Chernihiv and joint projects

Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal met with U. S. business representatives in Washington and emphasized the critical importance of joint projects in defense, agriculture, IT, critical raw materials and logistics for Ukraine's resilience and continued fight against Russian invasion.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 01:45 PM • 34576 views
Tomorrow is the Day of Mourning in Chernihiv for those killed in the rocket attack on April 17

On April 18, a Day of Mourning is declared in Chernihiv as a result of Russian missile attacks on the city on April 17.

Society • April 17, 01:35 PM • 20152 views
Consequences of the Russian missile strike: 16 dead in Chernihiv

According to the State Emergency Service, 16 people were killed in a massive Russian missile attack on Chernihiv. Search and rescue operations continue at the site of the attack.

Society • April 17, 01:19 PM • 20309 views
russian missile attack on Chernihiv: the National Police explained where victims of the attack should contact

In Chernihiv, aid centers were set up to help victims of the massive Russian missile attack. In addition, the city has deployed additional resilience centers and psychological assistance centers.

Society • April 17, 01:08 PM • 20167 views
The Ministry of Internal Affairs showed the first minutes after the Russian attack on Chernihiv

Russian missile attack on Chernihiv kills 15 people. The Interior Ministry showed a video of the first minutes after the morning attack.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 01:06 PM • 19684 views
15 dead, dozens injured due to Russian attack on Chernihiv - SES

In Chernihiv, the Russian attack killed 15 people and injured 61, including 3 children, 3 were rescued from the rubble, and search operations continue.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 12:49 PM • 108300 views
"russia must pay for war crimes": the EU reacts to the missile attack on Chernihiv

The EU is convinced that Russia must be held accountable for the horrific missile attack on the center of Chernihiv, which killed 14 innocent people and damaged civilian infrastructure.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 11:57 AM • 25666 views
A policewoman was killed in a Russian strike on Chernihiv

A 25-year-old police lieutenant was killed in a Russian missile attack on Chernihiv, Ukraine, and sustained fatal shrapnel wounds while at home on medical leave.

Society • April 17, 11:46 AM • 24912 views
russia's missile strike on Chernihiv: the National Police reported 6 missing persons

A russian missile attack on Chernihiv, Ukraine, killed 14 people and injured 61, including 3 children. A search and rescue operation is still underway at the site of the incident, with experts checking information about 6 missing people.

Society • April 17, 10:50 AM • 25313 views
Prosecutor General's Office: Russia's missile attack on Chernihiv has already claimed 14 lives

An enemy missile strike on Chernihiv, Ukraine, killed 14 people.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 10:35 AM • 22450 views
Russian attack on Chernihiv: 40 injured hospitalized - Ministry of Health

According to the Ministry of Health, 40 people were hospitalized as a result of a Russian missile strike on Chernihiv.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 10:28 AM • 22549 views
"Our support can save lives": US Ambassador calls for increased aid to Ukraine after Russian missile attack on Chernihiv

Against the backdrop of a massive missile attack on Chernihiv, the US Ambassador to Ukraine reiterated that American military assistance to Kyiv could save the lives of many Ukrainians.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 10:17 AM • 22042 views
61 people injured in Chernihiv after Russian strike, people may be under the rubble, three rescued: SES shows video

A Russian missile strike on Chernihiv killed 13 people and wounded 61, including children, some of whom are still trapped under the rubble of a partially destroyed building.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 10:04 AM • 22309 views
Russia's missile attack on Chernihiv claims 13 lives, injures more than 60 people - Interior Ministry

13 people are killed and more than 60 injured, including children, as a result of a Russian missile attack on Chernihiv, Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 09:50 AM • 121071 views
After Russian attack on Chernihiv, Kuleba points out the need for air defense: will call on G7 to follow German example of Patriot transfer

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba said that Russian terrorists shelled the center of Chernihiv, killing at least 11 people and wounding at least 22, and called on Ukraine's partners to provide air defense capabilities to protect Ukrainian lives.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 09:43 AM • 104458 views
Strike on Chernihiv: damaged houses, about fifty victims, including children

A Russian missile strike on Chernihiv damaged residential buildings, a hospital, a university, and cars, injuring about 50 people, including children. At least 11 people have been reported dead.

Society • April 17, 09:22 AM • 47382 views
Hospital building damaged due to Russian missile strike on Chernihiv - Ministry of Health

A rocket attack on civilians in Chernihiv, Ukraine, damaged a medical facility, but no one was injured.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 09:12 AM • 43732 views
Kharkiv risks becoming a "second Aleppo" if the US does not vote for military aid to Ukraine

Kharkiv risks becoming a "second Aleppo" if the United States does not vote for new military aid to help Ukraine obtain air defense equipment to prevent long-range Russian attacks, Kharkiv Mayor Igor Terekhov said.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 08:57 AM • 17244 views
Russian attack on Chernihiv: Interior Ministry shows rescue operation, reports 11 dead, 22 wounded

Russian missile attacks on Chernihiv, Ukraine, killed 11 people, injured 22 and left at least 3 missing, search and rescue operations continue.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 08:42 AM • 31166 views
Russia's missile attack on Chernihiv killed 10 people: Zelensky shows the consequences

A Russian missile strike on Chernihiv, Ukraine, killed 10 people, injured 20, and left people trapped in the rubble.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 08:19 AM • 29479 views
Chernihiv: search and rescue operation underway, 9 killed, over 20 wounded in Russian attack

A search and rescue operation is underway in Chernihiv after Russian attack that killed 9 people, injured more than 20, and damaged civilian infrastructure and dozens of cars.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 08:18 AM • 25326 views
Russian attack on Chernihiv: acting mayor reports 8 dead, 18 injured

In Chernihiv, 8 people were killed and 18 wounded in a Russian rocket attack on Wednesday morning.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 07:49 AM • 22381 views
Chernihiv partially cut off communications, including electricity and gas after Russian strike - acting mayor

Three explosions occurred in a densely populated area of Chernihiv, damaging buildings, cars and infrastructure.

Society • April 17, 07:48 AM • 22683 views
Five people killed in Russian attack on Chernihiv, search continues - acting mayor

Five people were killed in Chernihiv as a result of the Russian attack, search and rescue operations are ongoing, and the regional blood center urgently needs donors, especially those with a negative Rh factor.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 07:42 AM • 32365 views
Russian attack on Chernihiv: acting mayor reports at least 4 killed and 5 injured

At least 4 people were killed and 5 wounded in a Russian missile strike on Chernihiv, with the number of casualties likely to be higher.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 07:25 AM • 30340 views
Russia's attack on Chernihiv: RMA reports that the enemy launched three missile strikes almost in the center of the city, there are casualties and many injured

Russian forces launched deadly missile strikes on the center of Chernihiv, Ukraine, killing and wounding civilians, while rescue and medical teams responded to the incident.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 07:08 AM • 28190 views
Explosion was reported in Odesa

An explosion was reported in Odesa, Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 06:46 AM • 26085 views
Air Force warns of a missile heading towards Kyiv region

The missile was fired in the direction of the Kyiv region, causing an air raid in Kyiv and several other regions of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • April 16, 01:37 PM • 40681 views
Under the guise of empty trucks: Chernivtsi customs exposes corruption scheme that caused UAH 290 million in losses

In Chernivtsi region, a large-scale tax evasion scheme that caused UAH 290 million in losses to the state was uncovered involving a criminal organization that illegally imported goods from Turkey by falsely declaring trucks as empty or disguising goods with a lower customs value.

Crimes and emergencies • April 16, 01:21 PM • 26674 views
Almost UAH 10 million in losses during procurement of medical equipment: four officials of Cherkasy and Chernihiv regions served suspicion notices

Four officials from Cherkasy and Chernihiv regions have been notified of suspicion of causing losses of almost UAH 10 million during the purchase of medical equipment for hospitals at inflated prices.

Crimes and emergencies • April 16, 12:15 PM • 25514 views