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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 launch missile at Myrhorod

During another air raid, the russians aimed a missile at Myrhorod, Poltava region.

War in Ukraine • March 10, 04:33 PM • 110308 views
In Chernihiv region, border guards rescued a man trapped under rubble after enemy shelling

Border guards and police rescued a 51-year-old man who was trapped in the rubble after Russian shelling collapsed the basement ceiling in Chernihiv region, injuring his legs.

War in Ukraine • March 9, 09:36 PM • 29908 views
Russians shell Chernihiv region, 51-year-old man injured - OVA

Russians shelled a household in Semenivka, Chernihiv region, wounding a 51-year-old man in the legs.

War in Ukraine • March 9, 03:18 PM • 32824 views
Energy situation: 93 thousand metering points are de-energized, more than 16 thousand consumers have their electricity supply restored

More than 90,000 metering points remain disconnected across Ukraine due to hostilities or technical malfunctions, while power companies have restored power to more than 16,000 consumers over the past day.

Society • March 9, 10:32 AM • 69950 views
Threat of ballistic missile use: air alert declared in several regions of Ukraine

Air alert has been declared in several regions due to the threat of ballistic missiles and bombs from Russia.

War in Ukraine • March 8, 06:40 PM • 39077 views
Fires occurred in a mine in Donetsk region and at a substation in Odesa region, a nuclear power plant unit is under repair - Ministry of Energy

A fire broke out at a mine in Donetsk region due to shelling, and a transformer caught fire at a substation in Odesa region, causing a blackout, but Ukraine's electricity production is sufficient to meet consumer needs without scheduled outages.

War in Ukraine • March 8, 08:55 AM • 29120 views
Russian army kills civilian in Chernihiv region border village - police

A 51-year-old civilian was killed as a result of the Russian army's shelling of civilians in the border villages of the Semenivka community in Chernihiv region, and a private house was destroyed as a result of a Russian drone attack.

War in Ukraine • March 8, 06:40 AM • 23920 views
The war of the Russian Federation against Ukraine has completely or partially destroyed 1946 cultural sites - MCIP

1946 cultural infrastructure facilities, 317 of which were destroyed, were damaged or destroyed as a result of Russian aggression in Ukraine as of February 25, 2024, according to the Ministry of Culture and Information Policy.

War in Ukraine • March 7, 10:05 PM • 38738 views
Over 1000 Ukrainian families have already purchased new housing under the compensation program for homes destroyed by war

More than 1,000 Ukrainian families have already used the compensation certificates to purchase new housing since the launch of the program for destroyed housing earlier this year.

Society • March 6, 12:02 PM • 63661 views
russia launched 4 missile strikes, 106 air attacks, 154 salvo attacks over the day

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported 86 combat engagements, 4 missile attacks, 106 air strikes and 154 attacks from multiple launch rocket systems by russian troops over the past day.

War in Ukraine • March 6, 05:19 AM • 34860 views
russian aggression: 945 cultural heritage sites in Ukraine damaged

As a result of the russian aggression, 945 objects of Ukraine's cultural heritage were damaged, including 128 of national importance.

War in Ukraine • March 6, 02:15 AM • 38989 views
FAO to provide spring wheat seeds to Ukrainian farmers affected by war

FAO will provide free spring wheat seeds to small and medium-sized Ukrainian farms with an area of 10 to 500 hectares from 9 regions located near the conflict zones.

War in Ukraine • March 5, 10:11 PM • 86619 views
Ukraine transfers surplus electricity to Poland, mine in Donetsk region de-energized due to Russian shelling

Due to Russian shelling in the Donetsk region, the mine was de-energized and 16 workers were brought to the surface.

War in Ukraine • March 5, 07:51 AM • 43198 views
France steps up assistance to rebuild Chernihiv region

France has agreed to allocate more than $5 million to help rebuild war-affected areas of Chernihiv Oblast.

Society • March 5, 01:49 AM • 50427 views
Almost 40 anti-tank mines and 10 improvised explosive devices: cache of Russian military ammunition discovered in Sumy region

SBI officers found a cache with almost 40 anti-tank mines and 10 improvised explosive devices left by Russian troops near the border in Sumy region.

War in Ukraine • March 4, 12:00 PM • 22141 views
Russian army conducts 9 strikes with FPV drones in Chernihiv region over a week - RMA

During the week, the enemy fired 78 times at 20 border settlements in Chernihiv region, 427 explosions and 9 air strikes using drones were recorded.

War in Ukraine • March 4, 06:53 AM • 30253 views
Ukraine again provides emergency electricity to Poland, Odesa faces blackout due to Russian attack - Energy Ministry

In Ukraine, more than 350 consumers in 4 settlements were deprived of gas supply due to damage to a steel gas pipeline in Kharkiv region, and 144 residents of apartments in Odesa were left without electricity due to a drone attack.

Society • March 2, 10:16 AM • 27594 views
Drones are used everywhere, it is crucial for Ukrainians to know how to use them - Fedorov

Vocational schools in 7 regions of Ukraine will introduce a new Civilian Drone Operator curriculum to teach students how to fly drones, which are increasingly used in agriculture, rescue operations, and war documentation.

Society • March 1, 01:32 PM • 29305 views
Electricity consumption is higher than the previous day, but Ukraine provides emergency assistance to the Polish power system - Ukrenergo

Ukraine provides emergency assistance to the Polish power grid operator by supplying 400 MWh of electricity due to increased consumption in Ukraine due to cloud cover, which reduces solar energy output in some regions.

Economy • March 1, 09:32 AM • 27343 views
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 • 26850 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 • 32651 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 • 24126 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 • 362437 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 • 24665 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 • 23364 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 • 29636 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 • 33098 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 • 33858 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 • 62019 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 • 58440 views