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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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Fines and imprisonment: Ukraine has increased responsibility for blocking access to protective structures

Ukraine has increased responsibility for violating the rules of maintaining shelters. Failure to provide access to a shelter is punishable by a fine of up to UAH 3,400, and for repeated violations – up to UAH 8,500.

War in Ukraine • June 16, 12:10 AM • 4597 views
Rescue operations completed in Chernihiv, death toll rises to two

Emergency rescue operations have been completed in Chernihiv after the Russian strike. The bodies of two dead people were recovered from under the rubble, houses and infrastructure were damaged, and three people were injured.

War in Ukraine • June 6, 07:50 PM • 4453 views
In Chernihiv, rescuers recovered a body from under the rubble: search operations continue

In Chernihiv, rescuers unblocked a body from under the rubble of an industrial enterprise after a night attack by the Russian Federation. There may be more people under the rubble, search operations are ongoing.

War in Ukraine • June 6, 05:26 PM • 3611 views
In Chernihiv, two guards are still under the rubble after the night attack by the Russian Federation - СMA

As a result of the night attack by the Russian Federation in Chernihiv, houses, enterprises and institutions were damaged. Two guards of an industrial facility remain under the rubble, and a rescue operation is underway.

War in Ukraine • June 6, 12:52 PM • 4351 views
Large-scale Russian attack on Ukraine: residential area damaged in Chernihiv, 4 people injured

At night, the Russians launched a combined attack on Chernihiv, damaging residential buildings. Four people are known to have been injured, and one man has been hospitalized. Search and rescue operations are ongoing.

Society • June 6, 06:37 AM • 3755 views
Massive Russian attack: explosions heard in Lutsk, and ballistic missiles struck Chernihiv

On the night of June 6, the Russians massively attacked Ukraine with drones and missiles. Air defense systems were operating in Lutsk, and Chernihiv reported ballistic shelling and damage to a building.

War in Ukraine • June 6, 01:00 AM • 52673 views
DOUBLE! Chernihiv authorities respond to complaints about denial of access to shelters

Head of Chernihiv City Military Administration emphasized the importance of ensuring access to shelters. Letters have been sent to the police regarding cases of denial of access to shelters during alerts.

Society • June 5, 10:21 AM • 1712 views
The prosecutor's office has launched an investigation into the shelling of Sumy by Russian invaders: three dead, about 20 wounded

Russian troops shelled the city of Sumy, killing three people, including children. It is also known about at least 20 wounded, including children.

War in Ukraine • June 3, 08:18 AM • 3663 views
In Chernihiv, due to the night attack by Russian "Shaheds", there are already five injured

In Chernihiv, as a result of the night attack, an industrial enterprise, an educational institution, 80 apartments and 7 private houses were damaged. Five people were injured, two of them in serious condition.

War in Ukraine • June 3, 07:28 AM • 3432 views
The number of wounded in Chernihiv increased as a result of the night attack: details from the MBA

As a result of the night attack on Chernihiv, four people were injured, including two women and two men, the latter received serious injuries. A private house burned down, many buildings were damaged.

War in Ukraine • June 3, 02:41 AM • 57439 views
"Shahed" attack on Chernihiv: two people injured, private house burned down

In Chernihiv, two people were injured as a result of the fall of Shaheds on June 3, one of them is in serious condition. A private house burned down, a five-story building and other buildings were damaged.

War in Ukraine • June 3, 01:07 AM • 4264 views
In Chernihiv, a "Shahed" hit the private sector at night, there are casualties

Overnight on June 3, a "Shahed" drone hit a private sector in Chernihiv. There are casualties among the population, details are being clarified.

War in Ukraine • June 2, 11:54 PM • 4153 views
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Tornado was spotted in the center of Chernihiv: an expert warns about a possible increase in such phenomena in the summer

A large tornado was spotted in Chernihiv, which caused concern among local residents. Ecologists warn about a possible increase in such phenomena in Ukraine due to climate change.

Society • May 30, 01:21 PM • 146052 views
A woman's body was recovered from under the rubble in Mykolaiv: the number of victims has increased

As a result of the Russian shelling of Mykolaiv on May 25, rescuers found the body of a dead woman under the rubble. In total, two people died and three were injured as a result of the occupiers' strike.

Society • May 25, 06:12 PM • 5760 views
The Russians Do Not Stop Strikes on Ukraine Due to the West's Impunity - CCD

There are signals in the Russian information field about the preparation of repeated combined strikes on Ukraine. At the same time, the Kremlin is broadcasting messages to Western countries about its alleged "desire for peace."

Society • May 25, 05:03 PM • 5963 views
The Armed Forces of Ukraine repelled 100 attacks: Russians storm positions in many directions - General Staff

The occupying forces of the Russian Federation continue offensive actions and storm the positions of the Defense Forces of Ukraine. Since the beginning of the day, a hundred combat clashes have already taken place in different directions of the front.

Society • May 25, 03:34 PM • 6592 views
Russian strike on Chernihiv region: several hits, damage to an object in the center, large fire in the region - SES

The Russian attack on Chernihiv region led to damage to an object in the regional center and a large-scale fire on the territory of non-residential premises. The area of the fire exceeded 1000 sq.m.

Society • May 25, 06:23 AM • 28314 views
In Kyiv, four children were hospitalized from a kindergarten due to intestinal infection

Four pupils of a kindergarten in the Dnipro district of Kyiv were hospitalized on May 19 with an acute intestinal infection. An epidemiological investigation has been launched to determine the causes of the outbreak.

Kyiv • May 20, 07:05 AM • 6437 views
Beat a hedgehog and her children to death in the middle of the street: law enforcement officers are looking for the person involved in Chernihiv

In Chernihiv, the police are investigating the brutal murder of a hedgehog and her cubs by an unknown woman. A criminal proceeding has been opened under the article on cruel treatment of animals.

Crimes and emergencies • May 19, 11:47 AM • 3745 views
Supported the occupation and called on the Russian Federation to launch new attacks: enemy collaborators exposed in several regions

The SBU detained four Internet agitators in various regions of Ukraine who justified the crimes of the Russian Federation and called for new shelling. They have been notified of suspicion under several articles of the Criminal Code of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • May 14, 01:31 PM • 4439 views
Khmelnytskyi, Chernihiv, and Cherkasy regions became leaders in the creation of foster families - Ministry of Social Policy

In Ukraine, 500 foster parents are already caring for almost 1,000 children who cannot be with their families. The number of families has increased due to changes in the working conditions of caregivers. The Ministry of Social Policy has named the regions that have become leaders in the creation of foster families.

Society • May 14, 11:47 AM • 4654 views
In Chernihiv, mass gatherings are prohibited from May 9 to May 11: details of the order

In Chernihiv, rallies and other mass events were banned from May 9 to May 11, 2025. The relevant order was issued by the Head of the Chernihiv City Military Administration, Dmytro Bryzhynskyi.

Society • May 9, 09:24 AM • 4457 views
Russian DRGs are trying to use spring floods in their sabotage activities in northern Ukraine - Mysnyk

Russian DRGs do not stop trying to break through the border in the north. The Armed Forces of Ukraine are recording the presence of the enemy along the border, but there is no large-scale offensive.

War in Ukraine • May 8, 01:38 PM • 9024 views
In Chernihiv, a trolleybus conductor mocked a combat veteran's ID: details

In Chernihiv, a trolleybus conductor on route #9 refused a Ukrainian defender free passage, mocking her combat veteran ID. The head of the military administration demands an investigation into the incident.

Society • April 28, 12:02 PM • 8290 views
Long-awaited warmth returns to Ukraine: weather forecast for April 29

On April 29, dry and sunny weather will prevail in Ukraine, the air temperature during the day will warm up to +15…+19 °C. Light rain is possible only in the Chernihiv and Sumy regions.

Weather and environment • April 28, 08:49 AM • 8601 views
Seeing off 2025: how to commemorate the dead and what are the safety measures this year

April 27, 2025, marks the beginning of the Commemorative Week – a time to honor the deceased. Traditions, permissions, prohibitions, and safety measures in various regions of Ukraine during the Commemorative Days.

Society • April 25, 05:56 AM • 167323 views
Air defense systems are operating in the Kyiv region amid the threat of enemy drones

In the Kyiv region, air defense forces are working on targets, enemy UAVs have been recorded. Drones are moving from different directions.

War in Ukraine • April 22, 07:13 AM • 72707 views
Due to the morning shelling by the Russian Federation in the Chernihiv region, some trains will not run.

Due to the morning shelling on April 14, train routes No. 963 from Novgorod-Seversky to Semenivka and No. 964 from Semenivka to Tereschenska have been canceled.

Society • April 14, 11:52 AM • 10266 views
Ukraine is not just asking for air defense systems, but is ready to purchase them - Zelensky

Zelensky stated that Ukraine is ready to purchase air defense systems from partners, not just ask for them. He discussed this issue with Trump and emphasized that air defense is a priority for protecting cities.

War in Ukraine • April 11, 04:24 PM • 14642 views
The government has allocated UAH 1.5 billion to support regions and communities - Shmyhal

The Government of Ukraine has allocated UAH 1. 5 billion to support communities and regions that need it most. Half a billion hryvnias will be received by seven regions for utility services in medical institutions.

Economy • April 11, 02:11 PM • 10588 views