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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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Chernihiv region suffered two enemy mortar attacks: 4 explosions recorded

Russian troops shelled the border of Chernihiv region twice, causing 4 explosions.

War in Ukraine • April 15, 06:58 AM • 16235 views
In the morning, a power company car exploded on explosives in Chernihiv region: two people were hospitalized

In Chernihiv region, a car of the State Enterprise "Regional Electric Networks" exploded on explosives, as a result of which two employees were hospitalized.

Society • April 15, 05:50 AM • 23290 views
Klymenko met with the Baltic states' Interior Ministers: they discussed the protection of civilian and critical infrastructure

At the meeting with the Baltic ministers, Ukraine's Interior Minister discussed security issues such as attacks on infrastructure, mining, migration, arms trafficking, and protecting schools, while the partners viewed the destruction caused by the Russian invasion using virtual reality and pledged support in the form of funds, equipment, training, and reconstruction efforts until Ukraine's victory.

War in Ukraine • April 14, 01:54 PM • 100930 views
More than 4 million Ukrainians have contracted ARVI, influenza and COVID-19 this season

During the week of April 1-7, 121,584 Ukrainians fell ill with ARVI, influenza and COVID-19, including 1,272 new cases of COVID-19.

COVID-19 • April 13, 12:24 PM • 30957 views
Over the day, russia launched 2 missile strikes, 91 air attacks, and 160 salvo attacks

Over the past day, 97 combat engagements took place, during which russia launched 2 missile and 91 air strikes, as well as 160 attacks with multiple launch rocket systems at Ukrainian positions and settlements in different regions.

War in Ukraine • April 13, 04:35 AM • 61218 views
What changes are proposed in the draft law regarding social housing

During the discussion of changes in housing policy, it was suggested that the dormitories of the shrinking educational institutions be used as social housing and that international donors be involved in financing housing programs.

Society • April 12, 01:55 PM • 21815 views
EU allocates additional EUR 5 million to modernize hospitals in Ukraine

The European Investment Bank and the Ministry of Communities, Territories and Infrastructure of Ukraine have signed an agreement to provide an additional €5 million grant to modernize Ukrainian hospitals and repair war damage.

Economy • April 12, 01:26 PM • 20620 views
Ukrainian ships Cherkasy and Chernihiv to take part in international exercises Sea Breeze 2024 in the UK

The Ukrainian warships Cherkasy and Chernihiv, handed over to Ukraine by the United Kingdom, are preparing to participate in the Sea Breeze 2024 international exercise with NATO countries.

War in Ukraine • April 12, 10:31 AM • 28069 views
eRestoration Program: more than 2 thousand Ukrainians have already received new housing

More than 2,000 Ukrainians have received new apartments and houses under the e-Restoration program, with the most frequent purchases in Kyiv, Kharkiv, Mykolaiv and Chernihiv regions.

Society • April 12, 10:30 AM • 18716 views
Over the day, russia launched 54 missile strikes, 126 air attacks, and 95 volleyball attacks

Over the past day, 78 combat engagements took place, during which russia launched 54 missile attacks, 126 air strikes and 95 attacks from multiple launch rocket systems at Ukrainian positions and localities.

War in Ukraine • April 12, 04:36 AM • 27750 views
Enemy shells three communities in Chernihiv region, uses FPV drone: 75 explosions recorded

During the day, Russian troops shelled three communities in Chernihiv region eight times, causing 75 explosions, including those using an FPV drone.

War in Ukraine • April 11, 10:55 AM • 24068 views
Czech-Ukrainian theater "Festival of Reciprocity" to be held in Ukraine

The Czech-Ukrainian Theater Festival of Reciprocity will take place in 5 cities of Ukraine from April 12 to 28, 2024.

Culture • April 11, 01:14 AM • 83071 views
Russian army shells the border of Chernihiv region with mortars, MLRS and artillery: 88 explosions

During the day, Russian forces shelled the border of Chernihiv region 12 times, causing 88 explosions, killing one civilian and injuring one.

War in Ukraine • April 10, 08:38 AM • 19382 views
Strike in Chernihiv region: one person killed, another wounded. There is destruction

russian occupation forces conducted a massive air strike on Semenivka, Chernihiv region, killing one civilian woman, injuring another man, and damaging about 10 civilian infrastructure facilities.

Society • April 9, 03:45 PM • 28540 views
Zelensky: we have solutions to strengthen air defense in Kharkiv

During his visit to Kharkiv, the President said that Ukraine has solutions to strengthen air defense in the city and the region, emphasizing the need for global support to defeat russian terror through enhanced air defense capabilities.

War in Ukraine • April 9, 02:50 PM • 30906 views
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The head of a service center in Chernihiv region is suspected of bribery: the court arrested him on bail of UAH 1 million, which was paid immediately

The head of the territorial service center of the Ministry of Internal Affairs in Chernihiv region was arrested for organizing a corruption scheme to receive bribes from his subordinates for issuing driver's licenses, but was released on bail of UAH 1 million, which was immediately paid.

Crimes and emergencies • April 9, 02:43 PM • 108774 views
The Cabinet of Ministers will allocate almost UAH 24 million for the overhaul of the polyclinic of the Chernihiv Central District Hospital - Shmyhal

The Cabinet of Ministers has allocated almost UAH 24 million for the overhaul of the Chernihiv Central District Hospital's outpatient clinic to restore the medical infrastructure damaged by the enemy.

Politics • April 9, 11:54 AM • 21935 views
People-Titans: KOZAK SYSTEM together with MHP-Hromada Charitable Foundation will continue their tour of military hospitals

The Ukrainian band KOZAK SYSTEM, together with the MHP-Hromada Charitable Foundation, organized a tour of military hospitals called "People-Titans" to provide moral and psychological support to wounded soldiers.

Society • April 9, 09:50 AM • 24758 views
The Russian army fired at the border of Chernihiv region with mortars and a helicopter: 42 explosions

During the day, Russian forces shelled Chernihiv region eight times, causing 42 explosions, including from a helicopter and mortars, and damaging two houses.

War in Ukraine • April 9, 09:23 AM • 28800 views
For bribes, he "wrote off" evaders from military registration: head of military registration and enlistment office exposed in Chernihiv

The head of the military medical commission in Chernihiv region was caught taking bribes for issuing false medical reports that allowed conscripts to evade military service and illegally cross the border.

Crimes and emergencies • April 9, 09:18 AM • 24128 views
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DOT may refuse services of another food supplier for the Armed Forces: details

The State Logistics Operator may refuse the services of one supplier to the Armed Forces due to unsatisfactory performance of its obligations by redistributing orders to other companies at the specified prices per set.

War in Ukraine • April 8, 12:53 PM • 138700 views
Despite the controlled situation on the border with russia and belarus, Ukraine is building up and strengthening its defense capabilities - Demchenko

Ukraine continues to build and strengthen its defense capabilities along the entire length of its border. At the same time, the regions bordering russia are subject to significant shelling.

War in Ukraine • April 8, 12:40 PM • 29446 views
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"Russia is unlikely to open a northeastern front today": expert assesses the possibility of a Russian offensive on Kharkiv

The expert assessed the possibility of an enemy attack on Kharkiv.

War in Ukraine • April 8, 11:35 AM • 131182 views
Enemy attacked 19 settlements in Chernihiv region over a week, power outages caused by shelling - RMA

Over the past week, the enemy fired 47 times at 19 settlements in Chernihiv Oblast, causing 218 explosions and leaving more than 1,200 subscribers without electricity.

War in Ukraine • April 8, 07:42 AM • 27166 views
Enemy shelled Chernihiv and Sumy regions 45 times, including Novhorod-Siverska community from an airplane - OK "Pivden"

Russian occupants fired 45 times at the border areas of Chernihiv and Sumy regions, damaging civilian infrastructure and injuring 2 civilians.

War in Ukraine • April 8, 06:25 AM • 31383 views
The enemy is attacking with drones, air defense was deployed in Odesa region, and an alert was issued in Kyiv region

Hostile attack drones were spotted in various regions of Ukraine, leading to the deployment of air defense in Odesa and an alert in Kyiv region.

War in Ukraine • April 7, 10:10 PM • 100940 views
"Kharkiv is protected today": Zelenskyy responds to russia's statements about a new offensive in eastern Ukraine

Ukraine has strong defense lines protecting Kharkiv and the city is not in danger, despite russia's plans to seize it and the entire east of the country, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said.

War in Ukraine • April 6, 05:25 PM • 97167 views
Ukraine completes construction of defense facilities in the hottest areas - Zelenskyy

In some frontline areas, the construction of fortifications with three lines of defense, including anti-tank ditches and "dragon's teeth," is 92-98% complete, as President Zelensky announced during a telethon.

War in Ukraine • April 6, 04:38 PM • 40429 views
President Zelensky met with a delegation of the US Congress in Chernihiv region: what they talked about

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with a U. S. Congressional delegation in Chernihiv region to discuss the situation at the front, the needs of the army, the deportation of Ukrainian children, and called on the United States to make a decision on a further package of support for Ukraine as soon as possible.

War in Ukraine • April 6, 02:31 PM • 31033 views
The DOT explained why it was forced to refuse the services of one of the food suppliers to the Armed Forces: the supplier did not fulfill its contractual obligations

"The State Logistics Operator refused to provide services to one of the food suppliers to the Armed Forces, as the latter delivered only 25% of the required volume of products in the first week, failing to fulfill its contractual obligations.

War in Ukraine • April 6, 09:11 AM • 38037 views