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Lviv

Cultural Capital of Ukraine
Lviv is a city located in the western part of Ukraine, in the Roztocze region. Lviv is the administrative center of the Lviv Oblast and Lviv Raion, as well as one of the main cultural centers of Ukraine. The population of Lviv is about 717,500 people as of a 2022 estimate. Founded in the mid-13th century, Lviv was named in honor of Lev I of Galicia, son of King Daniel. The city played an important role as a trade and cultural center, and its historical center remained undamaged after World War II. The city is one of the most visited by tourists in Ukraine.
1772
Becoming the capital of the Kingdom of Galicia and Lodomeria, the city received a new administrative status
1853
The opening of the first gas lantern in Ukraine marked the beginning of the modernization of urban lighting
1861
The establishment of the Halych Savings Bank contributed to the financial development of the region
1905
The opening of the first electric tram in Ukraine improved the city's transport system
1918
The proclamation of the West Ukrainian People's Republic with its center in Lviv became an important stage of national self-determination
1998
The historical center of the city was included in the UNESCO World Heritage List, recognizing its cultural value
2001
The All-Ukrainian Population Census confirmed the city's status as one of the largest in Ukraine
2022
The city became an important humanitarian and logistics center for assisting Ukraine during the war
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“Epitsentr,” “Kryvbas” and “Karpaty” advance — all participants in the Ukrainian Cup quarterfinals have been determinedVideo

Epitsentr and Karpaty defeated their opponents in regulation time, while Kryvbas overcame Zorya on penalties. All three teams advanced to the quarterfinals.

Sports • October 29, 07:18 PM • 1940 views
The Vasyl Kostyuk Foundation and Spadshchyna OUM, a youth organization, are working togetherPhoto

The Vasyl Kostyuk Foundation and Spadshchyna OUM, a youth organization, are working together.

Business News • October 29, 12:46 PM • 2712 views
The 82nd anniversary of the expulsion of the Nazi occupiers from Ukraine: history, cost, and the present day

On October 28, Ukraine commemorates the expulsion of the Nazis, although the fighting continued until November. The war claimed approximately 8 million lives.

Society • October 28, 12:10 PM • 60254 views
Przemyśl suspended its partnership with Lviv over a decision concerning the UPA

Przemyśl suspended cooperation with Lviv over the decision to declare 2027 the Year of the UPA, Shukhevych, and Olzhych. It may be restored after the decision is revoked.

Politics • October 26, 06:09 PM • 4228 views
Ukrzaliznytsia launches new international trains to Poland: which routes will be introduced

Ukrzaliznytsia has announced services on the Kyiv–Chełm, Kyiv–Przemyśl, and Dnipro–Przemyśl routes. The launch dates, timetable, and ticket prices have not yet been announced.

Society • October 21, 09:54 PM • 16830 views
Beat a mobilized man to death: serviceman at the Lviv Territorial Recruitment and Social Support Center served with a notice of suspicion

The State Bureau of Investigation notified a serviceman at the Lviv Territorial Recruitment and Social Support Center of suspicion of beating a mobilized man who died from severe injuries. The suspect was taken into custody.

Society • October 20, 10:57 AM • 4251 views
The enemy continues to attack Ukraine: a high-rise building was damaged in Odesa, while critical infrastructure was damaged in DniproVideo

Russian strikes damaged homes and enterprises in Chernihiv, Lviv, Odesa and Dnipropetrovsk regions. Three people were injured.

Society • October 18, 10:58 AM • 15773 views
Series of thefts and frauds worth UAH 3 million occurred in nightclubs in Lviv — police conducted searchesPhoto

In Lviv, police are investigating thefts and fraud against three patrons of nightclubs. Seventeen searches were conducted, and digital evidence was seized.

Crimes and emergencies • October 17, 11:50 AM • 6219 views
Consequences of the enemy attack on Volyn — what is known about the "hits" and what is the situation with the ammonia leakPhoto

In Volyn, one person was killed and eight injured as a result of Russian strikes; trucks are on fire. The State Emergency Service localized a minor ammonia leak.

War in Ukraine • October 16, 01:58 PM • 21784 views
Russia's drone attack on western Ukraine: one person killed, many injured, power outages and threat of ammonia leakPhoto

Russian drones attacked Ukraine's western regions: one person was killed, at least 17 were injured, and 270,000 subscribers in Volyn are without power. Homes and businesses were damaged.

War in Ukraine • October 16, 08:15 AM • 17169 views
Slovakia is resuming economic talks with russia after a five-year hiatus, but will also hold talks with Ukraine

Slovakia will hold talks with Russia on October 25 and with Ukraine on November 5 in Lviv. Bratislava will not block the EU loan for Kyiv.

Economy • October 14, 08:29 PM • 5348 views
A downed enemy drone crashed near Lviv; there are casualtiesPhoto

A downed enemy drone crashed in Malechiv near Lviv. Private homes were damaged, and three people were injured.

War in Ukraine • October 13, 01:38 PM • 6379 views
Four Years of Energy Warfare: How Russian Strikes Have Changed Ukraine’s Energy System and How Much Its Restoration Will Cost

Russian attacks have reduced generation capacity and caused billions of dollars in damage to the energy sector. Ukraine is responding with imports and the development of distributed generation.

Society • October 13, 09:50 AM • 59635 views
Veres academy graduate Oleksandr Petrovskyi has died at the age of 18

Oleksandr Petrovskyi died at the age of 18, reportedly having been killed in a motorcycle crash in the United States. A fundraiser is collecting $35,000 for his funeral and the transportation of his body.

Society • October 12, 03:05 PM • 7486 views
In Lviv, Ukraine’s oldest woman, former UPA liaison Olena Rybalko, has died at the age of 109

Olena Rybalko, a former UPA liaison and doctor, died in Lviv on October 9 at the age of 109. The farewell ceremony will take place on October 12.

Society • October 12, 06:28 AM • 4308 views
Mammography in Ukraine: at what age should you undergo screening and how to get it free of chargePhoto

For women aged 45 and over, mammograms are covered by the Medical Guarantees Program once every two years, and for high-risk groups — annually. An e-referral is required for the examination.

Society • October 10, 07:15 AM • 122948 views
More work visas, less temporary housing: Czechia changes rules for Ukrainians

The Czech government plans to allow Ukrainians with temporary protection to apply for work visas and employee cards. The number of places in humanitarian housing will be reduced from 20,000 to 10,000.

Society • October 9, 07:45 AM • 10277 views
Two trains collided at the "Pidzamche" station in Lviv; there are injured peoplePhoto

At Pidzamche station, a Lviv–Sokal diesel train collided with an electric locomotive. The driver was injured, and four passengers require assistance.

Society • October 8, 07:18 PM • 4552 views
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Ukraine prepares to restore air connections: will domestic carriers be able to return

The authorities are preparing to reopen the skies, but without resolving aviation leasing issues, Ukrainian carriers may disappear. Their return should support the economy.

Publications • October 5, 10:48 AM • 39977 views
In Lviv, the remains of 113 Polish soldiers and 17 Wehrmacht servicemen were exhumedPhoto

The remains of military personnel killed in the battles of September 1939 were discovered at Holoskivske Cemetery. Tags, medallions, and personal belongings were also found.

Society • October 2, 09:17 PM • 8137 views
The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry has not received any notifications from foreign embassies about plans to leave Kyiv — Tykhyi

The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry has not received any notifications about foreign diplomatic missions relocating. The Guardian wrote about a possible evacuation to Lviv or Poland.

Politics • October 2, 07:16 PM • 13919 views
Embassies may be evacuated from Kyiv to Lviv or Poland — media report names the condition

Diplomats are developing plans to evacuate embassies in the event of Russian strikes on foreign missions. Kyiv is experiencing a sharp escalation in the enemy's attacks .

War in Ukraine • October 2, 06:30 PM • 16329 views
At the age of 100, Zenon Vrublevskyi, a veteran of the Galicia Division and the Ukrainian Insurgent Army, has died

In Lviv, OUN figure and veteran of the Galicia Division and the Ukrainian Insurgent Army Zenon Vrublevskyi has died. He survived captivity, Soviet camps, and arrest.

Society • October 2, 09:45 AM • 4644 views
The Murder of Iryna Farion: Zinchenko Sentenced

The Shevchenkivskyi District Court of Lviv found Viacheslav Zinchenko guilty of murdering Iryna Farion and sentenced him to life imprisonment. The court examined 30 volumes of the case file and held more than 80 hearings.

Society • October 1, 12:45 PM • 25264 views
The Murder of Iryna Farion — Court to Announce Verdict in Viacheslav Zinchenko Case Today

On October 1, a court in Lviv is scheduled to announce the verdict for Viacheslav Zinchenko in the case concerning the murder of Iryna Farion. He faces life imprisonment.

Crimes and emergencies • October 1, 06:00 AM • 4846 views
Russian attacks caused train delays in Ukraine on September 30Photo

Due to strikes on energy infrastructure, regions of Ukraine and Kyiv were left without electricity. Dozens of trains are delayed, some by more than 12 hours.

War in Ukraine • September 30, 10:35 AM • 9305 views
The Verkhovna Rada does not plan to relocate its work to Lviv – Stefanchuk

Ruslan Stefanchuk said that Parliament will work at 5 Hrushevskoho Street. Deputies should continue working in the shelter during air-raid alerts.

Politics • September 28, 02:47 PM • 21362 views
Russia's massive strike caused train delays, with some running more than 6 hours late

Due to Russia's air attack, trains are delayed, including services to Uzhhorod and Przemyśl. The longest delay exceeds 6 hours.

Society • September 24, 07:09 AM • 6456 views
Two men who registered 14 Starlink terminals for the Russian military were detained in LvivPhoto

Two Lviv residents registered Starlink terminals under the names of nominees for the Russian military. All illegally connected terminals were blocked.

War in Ukraine • September 22, 09:43 AM • 5568 views
Up to 11 hours delayed: which trains are running furthest behind schedule

The Zaporizhzhia–Przemyśl and Dnipro–Uzhhorod services are experiencing the longest delays—up to 11 hours. Ukrzaliznytsia warns that the timing is subject to change.

Society • September 22, 09:10 AM • 24084 views