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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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"Every day we need missiles for air defense": Zelenskyy reacted to the Russian attack and announced new agreements with PAC-2 and IRIS-T

Ukraine will receive PAC-2 missiles and IRIS-T launchers thanks to new agreements. The priority remains the protection of cities from combined Russian air attacks.

War in Ukraine • April 15, 09:17 AM • 6671 views
Massive emergency power outage in Chernihiv - the cause has been named

Due to damage to a cable line, the northern part of Chernihiv was left without electricity. 4,300 subscribers are without power, and energy workers are already working to restore electricity supply.

Society • April 14, 08:36 PM • 3990 views
Russia has been attacking administrative buildings in Chernihiv since morning, there are wounded

An enemy Shahed drone damaged an administrative building in the city center. As a result of the attack, two people with limb injuries were hospitalized.

War in Ukraine • April 14, 08:58 AM • 3238 views
Police officer's body found with gunshot wound in Chernihiv

A deceased law enforcement officer was found in a forest in Chernihiv. Preliminary reports suggest suicide. The circumstances of the tragedy are currently being investigated by detectives from the State Bureau of Investigation.

Crimes and emergencies • April 10, 03:32 PM • 3622 views
Pokrovsk, Kupyansk, Starokostiantyniv and more: Zelenskyy awarded a number of "Hero City of Ukraine" honors

The President awarded cities in Donetsk, Zaporizhzhia, Kharkiv, and other regions for their resilience. In total, 26 Ukrainian cities now hold this honorary status.

Society • April 9, 05:58 PM • 9141 views
350,000 subscribers in Chernihiv region left without electricity due to Russian attack

As a result of strikes on two energy facilities, residents of Chernihiv and three districts were left without electricity. Energy workers will begin repairs after military permission.

Society • April 6, 04:10 AM • 7233 views
Russia struck an enterprise in Chernihiv with ballistic missile - one person killed, a minor injured

A Russian missile damaged the outbuildings of a Chernihiv enterprise. One person was killed and a 17-year-old girl was injured in the attack.

War in Ukraine • April 2, 01:02 PM • 2966 views
Russians attacked transport infrastructure in Chernihiv and injured a railway worker

The occupiers struck transport facilities and a food enterprise in Chernihiv. A 36-year-old railway worker was injured and hospitalized.

War in Ukraine • March 27, 07:57 AM • 4472 views
Svyrydenko declared UAH 1.3 million in salary, over UAH 3.2 million in fees, and apartments in Kyiv and Chernihiv

The Prime Minister received UAH 1. 3 million in salary and UAH 3.2 million in fees. She owns real estate, land plots, and uses her husband's BMW X3 car.

Economy • March 24, 09:14 PM • 18573 views
Explosion at ATB supermarket in Chernihiv - police and chain name the cause

During the repulsion of a drone attack, an unknown object pierced the supermarket roof and detonated. As a result of the incident, four people were injured in the store.

Society • March 23, 08:37 AM • 7392 views
Explosion at ATB store in Chernihiv - what is known

On Sunday, March 22, an explosion occurred at an ATB store in Chernihiv. The incident was officially reported by Dmytro Bryzhynskyi, head of the Chernihiv City Military Administration.

Society • March 22, 12:22 PM • 12551 views
UAV strike on Chernihiv region on March 21 - the regional center was de-energizedPhoto

A Russian attack on an object in Nizhyn district left 430,000 subscribers without electricity. Critical infrastructure and transport switched to generators.

Society • March 21, 06:53 AM • 10822 views
Russia launched an information operation and deployed 40 "Lancets" on Kyiv - "Flash" revealed details of debris appearing in the capital's center

The occupiers modernized the drones with additional batteries instead of explosives for a 200 km flight. Air defense shot down most targets, preventing strikes on the front.

War in Ukraine • March 17, 12:44 PM • 5618 views
Grenade launcher shot at a weapons exhibition in Chernihiv in 2022: two servicemen sentenced

Two servicemen were sentenced to 5 and 6 years in prison for violating weapons handling rules. In September 2022, at an exhibition in Chernihiv, they allowed a child to fire a grenade launcher, injuring five people, including four children.

Crimes and emergencies • February 26, 02:44 PM • 3608 views
An explosion occurred on the outskirts of Chernihiv amid a ballistic missile threat

Dmytro Bryzhynskyi, head of the Chernihiv City Military Administration, reported an explosion on the northern outskirts of Chernihiv after a ballistic missile approach. The explosion occurred outside the city.

War in Ukraine • February 26, 01:42 PM • 4672 views
Woman dies after cosmetic procedures in a private clinic in Chernihiv, proceedings initiated

In Chernihiv, a 42-year-old woman died after an aesthetic operation in a private clinic. Police are investigating improper performance of duties by medical personnel.

Society • February 23, 10:30 AM • 5942 views
Rare Ukrainian-language film adaptations of Kotsiubynsky found in Chernihiv regionPhoto

Rare Ukrainian-language versions of film adaptations of the writer's works have been found in the Kotsiubynsky Museum in Chernihiv. Among the finds are film copies of short and feature films from the 1950s.

Society • February 20, 04:06 PM • 5872 views
Power line accident cut off electricity to Chernihiv, Slavutych, and part of the district on February 19

In the Chernihiv region, an accident on a 110 kV overhead line led to a power outage in Chernihiv, Slavutych, and part of the Chernihiv district. Energy workers are working to restore electricity supply.

Society • February 19, 11:34 AM • 4784 views
"I saw the thirst for victory" - Rutte recalled Patron and his trip to Chernihiv region

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that not only people but also animals, including the dog Patron, are unbreakable in Ukraine. He noted that Ukrainians are becoming stronger despite terrible difficulties.

Politics • February 14, 01:24 PM • 9045 views
Fraudulent scheme with fictitious companies: an organized group that stole over UAH 13 million from banks exposed

Law enforcement officers exposed an organized group that seized over UAH 13 million from two banks using fictitious enterprises. The perpetrators converted the funds into cryptocurrency to conceal their origin.

Crimes and emergencies • February 4, 11:24 AM • 3914 views
Court keeps policewoman in custody in case of 6-year-old girl's death in Pryluky

The Desnianskyi District Court of Chernihiv extended the pre-trial detention for 60 days for the policewoman suspected in the fatal road accident in Pryluky. She will remain in custody without the option of bail until April 3, 2026.

Society • February 3, 05:40 PM • 8921 views
Technological accident blacked out seven regions: Zelenskyy announced network stabilization and a very difficult day

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy commented on the large-scale technical failure in the energy system, which led to cascading blackouts in the center and north of the country. The situation was brought back to controlled parameters, and versions of an enemy attack are not confirmed.

Society • January 31, 06:06 PM • 7122 views
In Chernihiv, hot water supply is temporarily suspended, the resource is planned to be directed to heating - utility workers

From January 30, 2026, KP "Teplokomunenergo" temporarily suspends hot water supply in Chernihiv. This is due to a deficit of thermal capacity and an expected decrease in air temperature, which requires directing all resources to heating.

Society • January 28, 02:28 PM • 5513 views
Zelenskyy revealed the situation with electricity and heating in the regions after new Russian strikes, Kyiv region has significant outages

President Zelenskyy reported on the consequences of Russian strikes: significant power outages in the Kyiv region, and the number of houses without heating in Kyiv has decreased. In Zaporizhzhia, the enemy shelled a residential area, and in the Dnipro region, energy facilities are being restored.

War in Ukraine • January 28, 12:56 PM • 6117 views
In Kyiv, 737 residential buildings remain without heating - Klitschko

Today, 737 residential buildings in Kyiv remain without heating, mostly in Troieshchyna. Over 1,000 utility workers are working to resolve the issue, assisted by teams from other cities.

Society • January 28, 10:32 AM • 7284 views
Significant power deficit in Kyiv, over 800,000 subscribers without electricity - Shmyhal

Kyiv continues to experience a significant power deficit, with over 800,000 subscribers remaining without electricity. To restore heat and power supply, two cogeneration units have arrived in the capital, with two more expected.

War in Ukraine • January 25, 06:47 PM • 8941 views
Road accident on the highway near Kyiv restricts traffic to the capital: detailsPhoto

A road accident with casualties occurred at the 35 km mark of the M-01 Kyiv – Chernihiv highway, near Kalynivka. Traffic towards Kyiv is partially blocked.

Kyiv • January 24, 11:20 AM • 10880 views
"Missiles hit not only our people, but also the negotiating table": Sybiha reacted to Russia's night attack

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha stated that Russia's night attack on Ukrainian cities, including Kyiv and Kharkiv, disrupted peace talks in Abu Dhabi. Russian missiles hit not only Ukrainians, but also the negotiating table.

War in Ukraine • January 24, 09:15 AM • 5981 views
Over 1.2 million consumers without electricity in Kyiv and Chernihiv after Russia's night attack - Deputy Prime Minister

Over 1. 2 million consumers in Kyiv and Chernihiv are without electricity after the night attack. Water supply in the capital is planned to be restored during the day.

Society • January 24, 08:36 AM • 5673 views
Chernihiv is almost completely without electricity due to an attack on energy infrastructure - city council

The massive Russian shelling on January 24 left Chernihiv almost completely without electricity. The enemy deliberately attacked energy facilities, causing a critical situation in the city.

Society • January 24, 06:47 AM • 6074 views