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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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During the day, russia launched 14 missile strikes, 107 air attacks, and 137 salvo attacks

Over the past day, 80 combat engagements took place, during which russia launched 14 missile strikes, 107 air strikes and 137 attacks from multiple launch rocket systems at Ukrainian positions and localities in various regions.

War in Ukraine • April 6, 04:41 AM • 61474 views
Government to allocate UAH 1.2 billion to Chernihiv region for economic development - Zelenskyy

The government will allocate UAH 1. 2 billion for the economic development of Chernihiv region to support entrepreneurs and de-mining of agricultural land.

Economy • April 5, 04:23 PM • 99992 views
Zelensky inspects construction of fortifications in Chernihiv region

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy inspected the construction of fortifications in Chernihiv region, emphasizing the importance of timely and reliable execution of the work.

War in Ukraine • April 5, 03:05 PM • 23294 views
In Kharkiv and the region, 550 thousand consumers are cut off from power supply, schedules in other regions are possible, in the south, substation equipment was damaged due to a drone attack - Ministry of Energy

Due to grid restrictions, emergency power outages were introduced in 6 regions of Ukraine yesterday, and they are likely to continue today, with more than 550,000 consumers affected in Kharkiv region alone, although no power shortages are expected.

Society • April 5, 08:00 AM • 26952 views
Enemy lays UAV routes through residential buildings - Humeniuk

The attack by the Russian Federation from the south was organised by 13 drones, flying through residential areas of Ukrainian settlements in an attempt to reach infrastructure facilities in southern Ukraine. All of the drones were shot down, with debris damaging several private homes but causing no casualties.

War in Ukraine • April 5, 07:03 AM • 27964 views
Russians fired 24 times at the border areas of Chernihiv and Sumy regions overnight: 97 explosions recorded

Russian occupants continue to shell the border areas of Chernihiv and Sumy regions with various weapons, including mortars, artillery, drones and helicopters, causing explosions, but the data on damage and casualties are being clarified.

War in Ukraine • April 5, 06:50 AM • 27011 views
russian agent who launched a missile attack on a pizzeria in Kramatorsk gets life in prison

A resident of Kramatorsk was sentenced to life in prison for high treason after he provided russian troops with information that led to a missile attack on a restaurant that killed 13 people, including 4 children.

Crimes and emergencies • April 4, 10:59 AM • 24286 views
Latvia approves a new aid package for Ukraine: EUR 9.6 million to be spent on reconstruction and military support

Latvia has approved a package of assistance to Ukraine in 2024, including €5. 3 million for reconstruction and €4.3 million to support the Armed Forces of Ukraine through the European Peace Fund.

War in Ukraine • April 3, 09:28 AM • 25597 views
Power outages in 7 regions due to bad weather, Kharkiv is on the outage schedules - Ministry of Energy

Due to the bad weather, 337 settlements in 7 regions of Ukraine are without electricity, no shortage is expected.

Society • April 3, 07:21 AM • 33537 views
Russians are spreading a fake about the call to evacuate Kharkiv - NSDC Center

Russians are spreading fake messages calling on Kharkiv residents to evacuate because of the alleged possible encirclement. However, the enemy does not currently have the resources to surround or capture Kharkiv.

War in Ukraine • April 3, 06:59 AM • 29393 views
Thunderstorms, hail in the evening and strong winds tomorrow: Ukrainians warned of worsening weather

Thunderstorms, hail and strong gusts of wind are expected in Ukraine on April 2 and 3 in various regions, the State Emergency Service reports.

Society • April 2, 01:59 PM • 34694 views
Shot a woman for speaking Ukrainian: Russian military officer sentenced to 15 years in prison

A Russian soldier was sentenced in absentia to 15 years in prison for the murder of a 35-year-old woman in occupied Izium because she spoke Ukrainian.

War in Ukraine • April 2, 01:33 PM • 26249 views
SBU exposes Ukrzaliznytsia employee preparing missile attack on strategic facilities in Chernihiv region

The Security Service of Ukraine detained a Russian agent who was an employee of Ukrzaliznytsia and was planning a missile attack on the railway infrastructure in Chernihiv region to undermine the logistics of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • April 1, 09:28 AM • 24589 views
The enemy launched missiles towards Kyiv

The missiles are heading toward Kyiv, according to the Ukrainian Air Force, which has informed people not to ignore warnings of an air attack.

War in Ukraine • March 31, 02:00 AM • 109473 views
State road damaged in Zakarpattia due to landslide

Heavy rains caused landslides in Zakarpattia, damaging forest roads and a national highway.

Crimes and emergencies • March 29, 03:59 PM • 26486 views
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The Ministry of Health announced when the flu, ARVI and COVID-19 epidemic season will end

The flu, ARVI, and COVID-19 epidemic season in Ukraine is expected to end in mid-April, Deputy Health Minister and Chief State Sanitary Doctor Igor Kuzin has said.

COVID-19 • March 29, 11:55 AM • 193746 views
Chernihiv region: man sentenced to 15 years in prison for collaboration with occupiers

A resident of Chernihiv region was sentenced to 15 years in prison for passing information about Ukrainian soldiers and ATO veterans to russian security forces during the full-scale invasion.

War in Ukraine • March 29, 09:18 AM • 25399 views
Drone attack: several groups of enemy drones spotted in the Air Force

Hostile drones were spotted flying in different directions over different regions of Ukraine, triggering an air alert.

War in Ukraine • March 28, 08:37 PM • 111832 views
Four civilians shot dead in Chernihiv region: two Russian soldiers sentenced to life imprisonment

Two Russian soldiers are sentenced to life imprisonment for the shooting of four civilians in Chernihiv region.

War in Ukraine • March 27, 02:01 PM • 24391 views
Roads may be flooded: high water levels on rivers in Chernihiv region

High water levels on the rivers of Chernihiv Oblast could cause flooding of floodplains and roads, disrupting transportation links to some villages.

Society • March 26, 10:20 AM • 46830 views
Electricity restrictions applied in four regions, heating season completed in Kherson - Ministry of Energy

Four regions face power supply restrictions, and Kherson has ended the heating season due to weather conditions, reports the Energy Ministry.

Society • March 26, 08:10 AM • 47731 views
Iftar: Zelensky awards military personnel professing Islam at Muslim holy dinner

President Zelenskyy celebrated Iftar with representatives of the Muslim community, awarded Ukrainian Muslim soldiers and thanked them for their service in defending Ukraine from Russian aggression.

Society • March 25, 11:16 PM • 101935 views
PIN-UP and Forbes Ukraine launch a grant program for frontline businesses

A grant program from PIN-UP and Forbes Ukraine is launched for frontline businesses.

Economy • March 25, 12:32 PM • 31756 views
DIU tells how military intelligence prepared for Kharkiv defense

The military intelligence prepared for the defense of Kharkiv by delivering weapons and ammunition to the city before the invasion began, creating hiding places and arming local volunteers, whose numbers exceeded all expectations.

War in Ukraine • March 24, 11:54 AM • 44312 views
A house of culture was destroyed and two people were wounded in Chernihiv region due to a Russian attack

In Chernihiv region, a cultural center was destroyed by enemy shelling and two civilians were wounded, the head of the Chernihiv regional military administration said.

War in Ukraine • March 22, 01:49 PM • 25361 views
Ukraine and UNESCO outline a plan to preserve cultural heritage in times of war

Representatives of the ICIP and UNESCO discussed plans for the preservation and restoration of cultural heritage sites and infrastructure in Ukraine affected by the Russian invasion, including monitoring of damage, training of military and judicial personnel, and organization of international conferences on the protection of cultural property.

War in Ukraine • March 21, 08:09 PM • 33863 views
russians are spreading fake news about a new offensive against Slobozhanshchina and Chernihiv region

The russians are spreading disinformation about a possible new offensive from the north to Ukraine, but the Ukrainian authorities deny such plans and say that the situation is under control and no surprises are expected.

War in Ukraine • March 21, 12:52 PM • 24878 views
Ministry of Energy: 1700 houses without electricity in Kyiv region as a result of Russian missile attack, no shortage

As a result of massive hostile shelling in the Kyiv region, 1700 consumers were cut off from power, restoration works are underway, the situation with electricity supply is under control, and there are enough generating capacities in reserve.

War in Ukraine • March 21, 07:49 AM • 32049 views
FSB agent was looking for "weaknesses" in the defense line in northern Ukraine: detained

In the north of Ukraine, an FSB agent was detained who secretly photographed the locations of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, fortifications, checkpoints and anti-aircraft missile systems to provide intelligence information to the Russian occupiers.

War in Ukraine • March 20, 12:46 PM • 23239 views
Ukraine has received surplus electricity from Poland, with power and gas cut off in several regions due to shelling

At the request of Poland, Ukraine imported 1,200 MWh of electricity from 11:00 to 15:00 on Monday and exported up to 1,645 MWh, and the power supply situation remained under control despite disruptions caused by shelling in several regions.

War in Ukraine • March 18, 07:49 AM • 33971 views