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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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Traffic is partially restricted in Rakhiv district due to the collapse of the support wall: drivers are urged to plan their route in a different way

Due to the collapse of a stone retaining wall, traffic on the H-09 highway in Rakhiv district is partially restricted.

Society • February 8, 03:22 PM • 30937 views
A missile is heading towards Chernihiv - Air Force

The Air Force warned of an enemy missile aimed at Chernihiv and of enemy tactical aircraft activity.

War in Ukraine • February 8, 02:17 PM • 119238 views
Weather forecasters: it will get warmer in Ukraine at the end of the week

According to weather forecasters, temperatures are expected to rise by 4-7 degrees across Ukraine by the end of the week, except in the south.

Society • February 8, 01:11 PM • 23580 views
DTEK CEO on the situation in the frontline regions: We don't have time to restore, there is more shelling and more blackouts

Despite constant shelling, which complicates the restoration, DTEK is working to restore electricity supply in the regions along the contact line.

War in Ukraine • February 7, 05:18 PM • 33408 views
Sumy region: Russian army shells nine communities in border area

Russian occupants fired more than thirty times at nine settlements along the border of Sumy region in Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • February 6, 09:18 PM • 34200 views
Ukraine's reconstruction projects discussed: the Ministry of Reconstruction and Rehabilitation met with the French Presidential Envoy

France and Ukraine discussed joint projects to restore Ukraine's critical infrastructure and transportation sector, with a focus on repairing railways and improving water supply.

Economy • February 6, 02:38 PM • 23471 views
Power substation flooded in Zakarpattia due to heavy rainfall

Heavy rains in Ukraine's Zakarpattia region flooded a number of buildings, including a local power substation.

Crimes and emergencies • February 6, 12:13 PM • 25281 views
russian subversive reconnaissance groups are constantly trying to break through the border of Ukraine, operating through Sumy, Chernihiv and Kharkiv regions - Nayev

The commander of the "North" JFO emphasizes that Ukrainians should understand that the state border in Sumy, Chernihiv and Bohodukhiv districts of Kharkiv region is a line of combat contact.

War in Ukraine • February 5, 09:09 AM • 26652 views
Ukraine has transferred surplus electricity to Poland, exports to Moldova today - Energy Ministry

Due to the surplus of electricity in Ukraine, electricity was exported to Poland, and exports to Moldova are planned for today, although attacks on energy facilities have caused interruptions in supply.

War in Ukraine • February 3, 12:00 PM • 31386 views
Nearly three dozen localities suffered air strikes over the last day: situation at the front

Over the past day, the enemy fired 97 times from multiple launch rocket systems at the positions of our troops and populated areas.

War in Ukraine • February 1, 05:56 AM • 29749 views
Commander of a motorized rifle brigade of the Russian Armed Forces, who shot and killed a Ukrainian serviceman and tortured residents of Chernihiv region, is sentenced to life imprisonment

A Russian major was sentenced to life imprisonment for the shooting and torture of a Ukrainian soldier and civilians in a village in Chernihiv region. He commanded a battalion that occupied the village, found and killed a Ukrainian soldier, and tortured local residents, including a minor.

War in Ukraine • January 30, 11:01 AM • 29424 views
Enemy shelled substation in Dnipropetrovs'k region, no electricity shortages recorded - Ministry of Energy

Hostile shelling damaged equipment at a power substation in Dnipropetrovs'k region, causing localized power outages, but Ukraine has enough electricity, both generated and imported, to meet demand and no blackouts are currently planned. Shelling also caused lesser disruptions in Chernihiv and Donetsk regions.

War in Ukraine • January 30, 07:43 AM • 29430 views
In April, Ukrainian police leaders will begin training in Estonia on modern management and organization practices

The Estonian Center for International Development (ESTDEV) and the Estonian Police and Border Guard Board (PPA) have signed a partnership agreement to enhance the management capacity of the Main Directorate of the National Police of Ukraine and regional patrol police units.

Society • January 29, 10:00 PM • 29813 views
Demchenko: Russian subversive groups are most active in Sumy region

On the northern border with Russia, border guards record attempts by enemy sabotage and reconnaissance groups to enter the territory of Ukraine. The most active area for the enemy subversive reconnaissance group is currently Sumy region. But there is also activity of hostile subversive reconnaissance groups in Kharkiv region. Andriy Demchenko, spokesman for the State Border Guard Service, told this on the Frontline program

War in Ukraine • January 29, 07:11 PM • 69354 views
Electricity consumption in Ukraine is growing amid cold snap, no planned outages expected - energy officials

Electricity consumption in Ukraine increased amid cold snap.

Society • December 22, 09:45 AM • 44973 views
Russian troops strike four times the border areas of Sumy and Chernihiv regions

Russian troops shelled the border areas of Chernihiv and Sumy regions, firing a total of 4 times and 13 explosions. A private house in Chernihiv region was damaged; no casualties were reported.

War in Ukraine • December 21, 07:45 AM • 37918 views
Air defense in Sumy region: two Shahed attack drones destroyed

Ukrainian air defense destroyed two Shahed drones in Sumy region amid warnings of Russian UAVs infiltrating other regions. Due to threats, including the launch of a MiG-31K, an air alert was declared across the country.

War in Ukraine • December 20, 08:03 PM • 47160 views
Emergency service "112" in Ukraine has received almost half a million calls, including more than five thousand in sign language - Ministry of Internal Affairs

Since its inception, Ukraine's 112 emergency service has received nearly half a million calls, including more than 5,500 in sign language. The service, which currently covers Kyiv and five other oblasts, aims to expand its operations to the entire country.

Society • December 20, 07:49 PM • 49116 views
Ukrainian Defense Forces continue to expand foothold in Kherson region

Ukraine's defense forces are expanding their positions in Kherson and have repelled numerous enemy attacks in various regions, despite Russia's continued missile and air strikes on both military and civilian targets, resulting in civilian casualties and damage to infrastructure.

War in Ukraine • December 20, 08:32 AM • 43741 views
At night, 18 out of 19 Shahed drones were destroyed in the sky over Ukraine

Ukrainian troops destroy 18 out of 19 Shahed drones launched by Russian troops from Crimea.

War in Ukraine • December 20, 06:13 AM • 34326 views
Fire in Khmelnytsky region injures three people, including children

In Khmelnytsky, rescuers saved a man and two children from a house fire that was probably caused by a short circuit in the power grid. The fire was quickly extinguished, and the victims were provided with medical care.

Crimes and emergencies • December 19, 05:31 PM • 32623 views
A mother and two children died in a fire in Chernihiv region

A mother and her two young children were killed in a house fire in Hmyryanka, Chernihiv region.

Crimes and emergencies • December 19, 11:08 AM • 32090 views
"How to teach children mine safety": an online course for educators and rescuers launched in Ukraine

UNICEF, together with the Ministry of Education of Ukraine and other agencies, has launched an online course to teach children about mine safety. The course aims to promote safe behavior in areas where there is a risk of mines and unexploded ordnance.

Society • December 18, 11:27 AM • 32071 views
Due to bad weather, 183 settlements are partially without power, no outage schedules are foreseen - Ministry of Energy

183 settlements in Ukraine are partially de-energized due to bad weather; no further outages are planned.

Society • December 18, 09:37 AM • 33994 views
Since the beginning of the Russian invasion, bomb squads have defused over 462 thousand explosive devices - SES

Since the beginning of the Russian invasion, SES pyrotechnics have defused more than 462,000 explosive devices on an area of more than 112,000 hectares.

Society • December 18, 09:36 AM • 32120 views
State Border Guard Service: Russians have been using their saboteurs most actively in Sumy region lately

Russians have been most actively using their saboteurs in Sumy region lately, said Andriy Demchenko, a spokesman for the State Border Guard Service.

War in Ukraine • December 18, 08:50 AM • 36508 views
Enemy tried to break through Ukrainian troops' defense near Kupiansk with the help of aviation - General Staff

The General Staff of Ukraine reports that the ongoing russian aggression has resulted in 54 battles, missile and air strikes, and civilian casualties; Ukrainian troops have repelled numerous enemy attacks and continue to hold defensive positions.

War in Ukraine • December 17, 05:43 PM • 115511 views
Klitschko: Two more groups of UAVs from Chernihiv region are heading to Kyiv

Kyiv faces a constant threat from drones as two more groups of UAVs are on their way from Chernihiv region, Mayor Klitschko says amid explosions across the city.

War in Ukraine • December 15, 11:07 PM • 99152 views
Ukrenergo: the situation in the power system is complicated, there may be a shortage of power amid cold snaps and unit failures

Ukraine is facing a difficult situation in the power system, there is no shortage at the moment, but cold weather and high level of outages may cause problems in the future; Ukrenergo calls for economical use of electricity.

War in Ukraine • December 4, 10:59 AM • 48072 views
Head of City Council Department detained in Chernihiv with a bribe of over UAH 140 thousand

Head of Chernihiv City Council Department detained.

Crimes and emergencies • December 1, 12:00 PM • 25928 views