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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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Kyiv residents declared over 1000 units of weapons and 255,000 ammunition - police

In Kyiv, 1021 units of firearms and 255,000 rounds of ammunition have been declared since the campaign began on November 25, 2024. 983 residents of the capital applied to the police to declare weapons.

Society • July 29, 08:00 AM • 4778 views
Those wishing to profit from trophy weapons were "busted" in five regions: operation detailsPhoto

In Ukraine, 15 individuals were exposed who tried to establish illegal arms and ammunition sales. Explosives, grenade launchers, automatic rifles, and rifles were seized from the suspects, and arrests took place in Kyiv, Chernivtsi, Kherson region, Ivano-Frankivsk region, and Chernihiv.

Crimes and emergencies • July 28, 10:09 AM • 4210 views
Ukrzaliznytsia launched an additional train from Kyiv to Chernihiv: what is known

Ukrzaliznytsia is adding train No. 702/701 Kyiv – Chernihiv, which will run on July 27 and August 1-3. It will have air conditioning and stops in Vydubychi, Darnytsia, Nizhyn, and named after Borys Oliynyk.

Society • July 23, 04:12 PM • 7697 views
Military serviceman caused a fatal road accident in Chernihiv region: investigation completedPhoto

The SBI has completed its investigation into a serviceman who caused a fatal road accident in May 2025. The driver exceeded the speed limit and hit a woman at a pedestrian crossing in Chernihiv region.

Society • July 22, 02:33 PM • 6098 views
In Volyn, a man hit a TCC serviceman with a shovel and fled

In the village of Dubove, Volyn, a man hit a TCC serviceman on the head with a shovel during a document check. The victim suffered a broken finger and a bruised cheek, the attacker is being sought.

Society • July 20, 07:19 AM • 5289 views
Beach season: where in Ukraine is it safe to swim?

The Center for Public Health has published a list of beaches in Ukraine where the water meets standards as of July 18. The list includes Kyiv, Volyn, Dnipropetrovsk, Ivano-Frankivsk, Kyiv, Kirovohrad, Lviv, Mykolaiv, Odesa, Poltava, Rivne, Ternopil, Khmelnytsky, Cherkasy, Chernivtsi, and Chernihiv regions.

Society • July 19, 05:04 PM • 10804 views
In Chernihiv, a three-year-old boy fell from a window, he was hospitalized

In Chernihiv, a three-year-old boy fell from a second-story window when his mother left him alone. The child was hospitalized with bodily injuries, and the police are investigating the circumstances of the incident.

Crimes and emergencies • July 18, 01:49 PM • 4811 views
Rada appointed Svyrydenko as the new Prime Minister

The Verkhovna Rada appointed Yulia Svyrydenko as the new Prime Minister of Ukraine after the resignation of Denys Shmyhal. Earlier, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy submitted a draft resolution on her appointment.

Politics • July 17, 08:49 AM • 116342 views
Market burned down in Chernihiv at nightVideo

In Chernihiv, a fire broke out at night at the city market, where kiosks and the roof of the meat pavilion caught fire. 53 rescuers and 14 units of equipment promptly extinguished the blaze, preventing a large-scale spread of the fire.

Crimes and emergencies • July 17, 05:56 AM • 6994 views
Raped a Ukrainian woman in Kherson region in 2022: Russian soldier declared suspect

A Russian serviceman has been notified of suspicion of raping a civilian woman in the Kherson region. The crime occurred in August 2022, when the occupier threatened the woman with a weapon and used force.

War in Ukraine • July 16, 11:49 AM • 3677 views
Chernihiv strike in March 2022: three Russian army commanders notified of suspicion

Three commanders of Russian army units have been notified of suspicion in the shelling of a civilian gathering in Chernihiv on March 16, 2022. At that time, 20 people died and 28 more were injured.

War in Ukraine • July 15, 12:34 PM • 6801 views
Incident involving law enforcement and TCR employees in Chernihiv: SBI conducts investigation

The State Bureau of Investigation is checking information about possible abuse of power by law enforcement officers and TCR employees in Chernihiv. The video shows uniformed individuals using force against men with tied hands.

Society • July 15, 11:03 AM • 11006 views
In Chernihiv, a conflict with the military escalated into a fight: video and TCC reactionVideo

In Chernihiv, administrative protocols have been drawn up against two men, who are wanted as draft dodgers, after a conflict with the TCC. The incident, which escalated into a fight, occurred on July 14, when servicemen and police tried to check their documents.

Society • July 15, 09:32 AM • 8556 views
Fire broke out on the roof of a high-rise building in Zaporizhzhia due to a Russian attack - OBA

A fire broke out on the roof of a high-rise building in Zaporizhzhia as a result of an enemy attack. According to preliminary data, no one was injured.

War in Ukraine • July 14, 07:27 PM • 10113 views
Five explosions occurred in Chernihiv, two "Shaheds" fell on the outskirts of the city

Five explosions have been recorded in Chernihiv, with no casualties reported so far. Two "Shaheds" fell on the outskirts of the city; information regarding damage is being clarified.

War in Ukraine • July 14, 06:58 PM • 15053 views
Water on over 20% of beaches in Ukraine does not meet sanitary standards: updated list of where it is safe and unsafe to swim

The Ministry of Health has updated the list of beaches where swimming is allowed and prohibited. 23 out of 112 water samples showed an excess of E. coli index, and 32 out of 92 samples did not meet chemical standards.

Society • July 14, 12:29 PM • 13102 views
Zelenskyy offered the prime minister's chair to Yulia Svyrydenko: what is known about her

On July 14, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy offered the position of Prime Minister of Ukraine to First Deputy Prime Minister - Minister of Economy Yulia Svyrydenko. She was born in Chernihiv in 1985, has experience in the economic sphere and public service.

Politics • July 14, 12:26 PM • 29766 views
Man "stuck" on a suspension bridge support in Zhytomyr: how he was rescued

In Zhytomyr, rescuers from the State Emergency Service removed a man from a suspension bridge support, where he had climbed and could not get down. He was lifted onto the bridge using mountaineering equipment; he did not sustain any physical injuries.

Crimes and emergencies • July 12, 01:52 PM • 6900 views
In Chernihiv, a 17-year-old girl drowned in the Desna RiverPhoto

In Chernihiv, a girl drowned in the Desna River today after lunch. Rescuers and divers found the body of the deceased and brought it ashore.

Society • July 10, 03:34 PM • 5712 views
In Lviv region, an international bus collided with a car and overturned: 32 people injured

In Lviv region, a regular bus collided with a car, as a result of which 32 people were injured. The bus driver, while overtaking, drove into the oncoming lane, where the collision occurred.

Society • July 10, 08:03 AM • 7217 views
Leaders of Change: How Maryna Semenenko and Aleksandra Dulkiewicz are Transforming Their Hometowns

Maryna Semenenko, a deputy of the Chernihiv City Council, and Aleksandra Dulkiewicz, the mayor of Gdańsk, demonstrate effective female leadership. Semenenko increased funding for the Armed Forces of Ukraine and resolved the issue of preferential travel, while Dulkiewicz transformed Gdańsk into an ecological flagship and actively supports Ukrainian refugees.

Business News • July 9, 03:52 PM • 10739 views
Case "Ukraine and the Netherlands v. Russia": Sokorenko explained what the ECHR decision entails

The European Court of Human Rights found Russia guilty of systemic human rights violations in the occupied territories of Ukraine since 2014, including executions, torture, and deportations. The decision covers four major proceedings, including the Netherlands' claim regarding the downing of MH17 and the full-scale invasion.

Politics • July 9, 12:12 PM • 1942 views
Real estate market: where buying a home will be cheapest

One-room and three-room apartments are cheapest in Kherson, Zaporizhzhia, Sumy, Mykolaiv, and Kharkiv. Two-room apartments are available in Chernihiv, Khmelnytskyi, and Poltava.

Society • July 7, 08:54 AM • 4830 views
More than a dozen trains are delayed: what happened and which ones are affected

Due to a break in the contact network in Khmelnytskyi region, a number of trains are delayed. Traffic is moving on one track, and restoration work is underway.

Society • July 7, 05:42 AM • 5823 views
Large-scale embezzlement of food products in the military training unit "Desna": a preparatory meeting in the case has been scheduled

A major and a female sergeant from the military unit "Desna" are accused of misappropriating food products worth almost half a million hryvnias. A preparatory meeting in the case of the rear services chief is scheduled for July 3.

Crimes and emergencies • July 2, 02:35 PM • 2633 views
Sun and warmth: Ukraine plunges into summer weather, rains leave the regions

On July 2, an anticyclone from Western Europe will bring clear weather without precipitation to most of Ukraine; daytime air temperatures will reach +29°. Short-term rains and thunderstorms are possible on the Left Bank.

Weather and environment • July 2, 03:15 AM • 7514 views
Favbet Foundation and FAST continue to teach life-saving skills: training for biathlon coaches in Chernihiv

In Chernihiv, first aid training was conducted for 60 biathlon coaches as part of a project for the sports community. World Championship medalist Nina Lemesh participated in the training, organized by FAST and the Ministry of Youth and Sports with the support of Favbet Foundation.

Sports • June 27, 02:43 PM • 3278 views
Punched a policeman in the face: a man was detained in Chernihiv for attacking a bicycle patrol

A man was detained in Chernihiv for hitting a policeman during patrol. The offender faces up to 5 years of restriction or imprisonment.

Crimes and emergencies • June 18, 08:44 AM • 2608 views
Overnight, the enemy attacked Chernihiv and the region with a missile and drones: there is a casualty

On the night of June 16, the Russians attacked the Chernihiv region with drones and missiles. Residential buildings, garages, and cars were damaged. A 38-year-old woman was injured and received assistance.

Society • June 17, 08:17 AM • 3943 views
Showers in places, but warm: what the weather will be like in Ukraine on Monday, June 16

Tomorrow in Ukraine it will be cloudy with clearings, without precipitation, except for the eastern regions, where short-term rains with thunderstorms will pass. The air temperature during the day will fluctuate from +21 to +26 degrees.

Kyiv • June 16, 03:13 AM • 5735 views