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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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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 • 109475 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 • 26493 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 • 193770 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 • 25406 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 • 111840 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 • 24402 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 • 46838 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 • 47744 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 • 101965 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 • 31766 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 • 44314 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 • 25362 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 • 33890 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 • 24884 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 • 32055 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 • 23240 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 • 33986 views
Over the day, russia launched 14 missile strikes, 75 air attacks, and 95 volleyball attacks

Over the past day, russia launched 14 missile strikes, 75 air strikes and 95 attacks from multiple launch rocket systems at Ukrainian positions and localities in various regions.

War in Ukraine • March 18, 05:17 AM • 37396 views
Over 8.6 thousand consumers left without electricity due to massive shelling in Sumy and Kharkiv regions - Ministry of Energy

As a result of massive shelling in Sumy and Kharkiv regions, more than 8. 6 thousand consumers lost power, and more than 130 were left without gas.

War in Ukraine • March 17, 11:58 AM • 103427 views
Ukrainian Defense Forces destroy 14 out of 16 enemy UAVs overnight

Overnight, the Ukrainian Armed Forces shot down 14 of 16 enemy drones in Odesa region.

War in Ukraine • March 17, 05:23 AM • 86143 views
Ukrainian woman "sentenced" to 9 years in prison for "espionage" in Belarus

Ukrainian citizen Natalia Zakharenko was "sentenced" by a Belarusian court to 9 years in prison on charges of "espionage" in a closed trial.

Crimes and emergencies • March 16, 03:25 PM • 44524 views
Ukraine has received surplus electricity from Poland, due to shelling there are power outages in Chernihiv region and gas outages in Kharkiv region

At Poland's request, Ukraine has accepted surplus electricity, and no shortage is expected, but there are power outages in Chernihiv region, and damage to a gas pipeline in Kharkiv region due to fighting and shelling.

War in Ukraine • March 16, 10:41 AM • 103965 views
DOT names companies that will supply food to the Armed Forces from April 1

The five companies will supply food to the Armed Forces of Ukraine in 13 areas covering the entire country starting from April 1 under contracts signed with the State Logistics Operator (SOE).

War in Ukraine • March 15, 02:38 PM • 51357 views
The Government plans to pay rental subsidies to IDPs for two years - Ministry of Social Policy

The Ministry of Social Policy reported that it has developed a mechanism for paying rental subsidies for IDPs. The amount of the subsidy will be adjusted depending on the average cost of renting an apartment in the region, household income, and family size.

Society • March 15, 02:26 PM • 31617 views
Ministry of Energy: Mine in Donetsk region de-energized due to shelling, no electricity shortage

A mine in Donetsk Oblast was cut off from power due to shelling, forcing 5 workers underground. There is no electricity shortage, the situation is under control and necessary repairs are underway.

Society • March 15, 08:59 AM • 36545 views
Air Force says missiles are headed for Poltava and Chernihiv

Missiles are moving in the direction of Poltava and Chernihiv, and air defense is operating in Odesa region.

War in Ukraine • March 14, 06:14 PM • 108396 views
Russians are trying to break through the defense of the Ukrainian Armed Forces at the Avdiivka and Novopavlivka directions - General Staff

On March 14, 68 combat engagements were registered over the last day, and the enemy launched 14 missile and 103 air strikes. Ukrainian Defense Forces repelled most of the attacks in the Avdiivka, Novopavlivka and Lyman sectors.

War in Ukraine • March 14, 06:10 PM • 105821 views
Demchenko: The situation on the border with Belarus is fully controlled, the threat of the DRG remains from the territory of the Russian Federation

The situation on the Belarusian border is fully controlled, no movement of equipment or personnel is observed, but the threat of hostile Russian sabotage groups remains on the border with Russia, especially in Sumy and Kharkiv regions.

War in Ukraine • March 14, 08:46 AM • 36306 views
russian "Shahed" drones spotted in different regions of Ukraine

According to the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, several groups of Iranian-made Shahed drones were detected flying in different directions over several regions of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • March 14, 01:33 AM • 30248 views
Air Force warns of ballistic missile threat in 2 regions

The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine informs about the threat of ballistic missiles in Sumy and Chernihiv regions.

War in Ukraine • March 14, 12:52 AM • 30957 views