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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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Russians attacked Chernihiv region's border with FPV drone, dropping explosives from UAV

Russian troops attacked Chernihiv and Sumy regions using drones, aircraft, artillery, mortars, and multiple launch rocket systems, firing a total of 17 times at the border areas.

War in Ukraine • March 1, 08:57 AM • 26839 views
Over the day, russia launched 3 missile strikes, 91 air attacks, and 142 salvo attacks

According to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, 83 combat engagements took place over the past day: russia launched 3 missile strikes, 91 air strikes and 142 attacks from multiple launch rocket systems.

War in Ukraine • March 1, 05:58 AM • 32625 views
The pilot project "Ukrposhta. Pharmacy" pilot project is expanding to six more frontline regions

The pilot project "Ukrposhta. Pharmacy" pilot project is expanding to provide access to affordable medicines by delivering orders to six more war-affected regions of Ukraine: Zaporizhzhia, Mykolaiv, Kharkiv, Kherson, Chernihiv and Sumy regions.

Health • February 29, 02:31 PM • 24110 views
MPs from Groysman's party demand to improve assistance to servicemen: details

Deputies in Vinnytsia are demanding additional payments from the city budget for Vinnytsia residents who have joined the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 29, 09:52 AM • 362417 views
Enemy shelled five communities in Sumy region at night and in the morning - OVA

At night and in the morning, the enemy shelled five settlements in Sumy region, 66 explosions were recorded.

War in Ukraine • February 29, 08:49 AM • 24654 views
Russian Army Strikes 27 Times in Sumy and Chernihiv Regions: More Than 160 Explosions Recorded

The Russian army carried out 27 strikes in Sumy and Chernihiv regions over the past day, 167 explosions were heard.

War in Ukraine • February 29, 08:33 AM • 23348 views
russia conducted 10 missile strikes, 105 air attacks, and 163 salvo attacks over the day

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported that 99 combat engagements took place over the past day, during which russia launched 10 missile strikes, 105 air strikes and fired 163 missiles from multiple launch rocket systems at Ukrainian troops and localities.

War in Ukraine • February 29, 05:19 AM • 29621 views
162 thousand packages of seeds for families: the annual Sowing Seeds charity event has started

The annual Sowing Seeds charity event was launched.

Society • February 27, 01:25 PM • 33081 views
Russian agents were preparing to defeat Patriot system, detained while preparing drones for strikes - Malyuk

Malyuk cited the example of the detention of a group of young people from Chernihiv and Kyiv regions who were preparing to fire on the Patriot anti-aircraft missile system.

War in Ukraine • February 25, 04:20 PM • 33848 views
Over the past day, russia launched 9 missile attacks, 77 air attacks, 119 volleyball attacks

Over the day, 84 combat engagements took place: russia launched 9 missile strikes, 77 air strikes and 119 missile strikes from multiple launch rocket systems, according to a report by the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 25, 05:36 AM • 62001 views
Light rains and warming are forecast for Ukraine on February 25

Light rains are expected in the western and northern regions of Ukraine on February 25, while in some central and eastern regions the temperature may rise to 14 degrees Celsius.

Society • February 24, 03:46 PM • 58430 views
Two years of full-scale war: Umerov calls on Ukrainians for unity on anniversary of russian invasion

On the one-year anniversary of russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Defense Minister Rustem Umerov said that Ukraine survived because its army and people stood united against the aggressor.

War in Ukraine • February 24, 09:10 AM • 42785 views
Over the past day, russia launched 10 missile strikes, 93 air attacks, and 141 salvo attacks

Over the day, 84 combat engagements took place: russia launched 10 missile strikes, 93 air strikes and 141 attacks from multiple launch rocket systems, according to a report by the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 24, 05:54 AM • 38779 views
Ukraine has survived: two years ago, Russia launched a full-scale war against our country

On the morning of February 24, 2022, some Ukrainians woke up to shots and the roar of tanks, others to explosions and air raid sirens, and others were woken up by calls and messages: war had broken out.

Society • February 24, 03:53 AM • 109660 views
Ukrainian military detects russian drones over Chernihiv and Kyiv regions

The Ukrainian Air Force reported that it had spotted enemy drones over Chernihiv and Kyiv regions.

War in Ukraine • February 23, 08:34 PM • 111635 views
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The number of animal rabies cases has doubled in Ukraine: State Service of Ukraine on Food Safety and Consumer Protection names reasons and rules of behavior with rabid animals

Due to martial law restricting oral rabies vaccination of wild animals and immunization of domestic animals, Ukraine saw a 2. 3-fold increase in rabies cases among animals in 2023 compared to 2022.

Society • February 23, 01:43 PM • 233279 views
Ukraine starts electricity trade with Hungary

Ukraine has started commercial electricity exchange with Hungary in accordance with European rules after Ukrenergo held the first joint auctions for access to interconnectors between the two countries on the European JAO platform.

War in Ukraine • February 23, 08:55 AM • 39780 views
Helped tax evaders: almost 1 million dollars found from former head of Chernihiv region's executive committee

The Security Service of Ukraine detained a former head of the Chernihiv region military enlistment office who helped evade military service for bribes, seizing almost $1 million from him.

Crimes and emergencies • February 22, 12:19 PM • 23178 views
Another 65 communities will be supported by the Resilience Program: a total of almost 100 Mental Health Support Centers are expected in Ukraine

The Social Resilience Program with the support of Olena Zelenska will expand to 65 more communities, bringing the total number of mental health support centers in Ukraine to almost 100.

Society • February 21, 04:14 PM • 30490 views
AB InBev Efes Ukraine has supported the Youth Business School training project aimed at developing entrepreneurship in Chernihiv region

AB InBev Efes Ukraine has supported the Youth Business School training project in Chernihiv region aimed at developing entrepreneurship.

Business News • February 21, 07:30 AM • 55299 views
Ukrainian weightlifters win 12 medals at the European Championships in Sofia: Valentyna Kisil won a bronze medal

Ukrainian weightlifters won 12 medals, including 5 gold and 5 silver, at the European Championships in Sofia.

Sports • February 20, 04:41 PM • 31733 views
Over 122 thousand cases of Russian war crimes registered in Ukraine - Kostin

Ukrainian prosecutors have registered more than 122,000 cases of war crimes committed by Russian troops since their invasion in 2022, of which 509 suspects have been notified of suspicion and 80 have been convicted.

War in Ukraine • February 20, 03:06 PM • 23976 views
Prosecutor General: 18 investigations into the murders of 38 prisoners of war are underway

Law enforcement officers are investigating 18 criminal proceedings over the murders of 38 Ukrainian prisoners of war by the Russian military.

War in Ukraine • February 20, 02:49 PM • 22415 views
A 20-year-old russian tried to illegally cross the border from Ukraine to Slovakia, but fell into a photo trap of border guards

On the Ukrainian-Slovak border, a photo trap captured a russian man trying to cross into Slovakia on foot. He was detained near the border.

Crimes and emergencies • February 20, 11:19 AM • 24056 views
No activity of enemy subversive reconnaissance groups at the border in the last few days - SBGS spokesman

In recent days, border guards have not recorded any enemy sabotage and reconnaissance groups, but the threat remains.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 02:34 PM • 19540 views
russian troops continue shelling the border areas with artillery and mortars, causing damage to civilian infrastructure

russian troops continued shelling the border areas of Chernihiv and Sumy regions with artillery and mortars. In Sumy region, a private house was damaged, fortunately, no casualties were reported.

War in Ukraine • February 19, 08:07 AM • 22856 views
The air force shot down 12 Shaheds, 1 X-59 missile and landed a Su-34 fighter-bomber

During the russian air attack, Ukrainian air defenses shot down 12 Shahid drones, one X-59 missile, and one Su-34 fighter-bomber.

War in Ukraine • February 18, 06:41 AM • 33778 views
Over the past day, russia launched 13 missile strikes, 104 air attacks, and 169 salvo attacks

The russian federation launched more than 100 air and missile strikes against Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 18, 06:19 AM • 36508 views
Over the past day, russia launched 8 missile strikes, 55 air attacks, and 137 salvo attacks

russia launched numerous missile and air strikes across Ukraine, while Ukrainian troops repelled numerous attacks in several regions.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 05:36 AM • 32732 views
Air Force warns of possible ballistic missile attacks on northern and eastern regions

Ukraine's Air Force warned of possible ballistic missile attacks on Chernihiv, Poltava, Sumy, and Kharkiv regions.

War in Ukraine • February 17, 03:31 AM • 68898 views