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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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Perpetrator of the terrorist attack in Lviv detained in Sambir while fleeing the regionPhotoVideo

The perpetrator of the terrorist attack in Lviv was detained in Sambir as she attempted to leave the Lviv region. She independently manufactured the explosive device using online instructions from FSB curators.

Society • February 22, 10:36 AM • 15975 views
Terrorist attack in Lviv on February 22 - police and SBU detained a suspect in the crimePhoto

A woman has been detained in Lviv on suspicion of involvement in a terrorist attack on Danylyshyna Street, 20. As a result of the explosion, 25 people were injured.

Society • February 22, 09:06 AM • 52026 views
The number of injured in Lviv increased to 24 people after the explosions on February 22Photo

In Lviv, on the night of February 22, the number of injured increased to 24 people. The identity of the deceased police officer became known.

Society • February 22, 07:19 AM • 12166 views
23-year-old police officer killed in terrorist attack in Lviv – Prosecutor's OfficeVideo

A terrorist attack occurred in Lviv overnight, killing a 23-year-old policewoman. The perpetrators used a secondary explosion tactic after a fake 102 emergency call.

Society • February 22, 12:48 AM • 57755 views
Lviv Mayor Sadovyi called the explosions in the city center a terrorist act and reported the hospitalization of 14 injured peopleVideo

Lviv Mayor Andriy Sadovyi called the explosions in the city center on the night of February 22 a terrorist act. Currently, 14 injured people have been hospitalized.

Society • February 21, 11:49 PM • 63546 views
Explosions heard in the center of Lviv, witnesses report casualtiesVideo

In the night of February 22, explosions were heard in the center of Lviv. A probable body of a deceased person, broken windows, and smoke were found at the scene.

Society • February 21, 10:57 PM • 19859 views
In a Kharkiv educational institution, over 70 men illegally received deferments from mobilizationPhoto

The management of a Kharkiv educational institution organized fictitious employment for over 70 men to illegally evade mobilization. Law enforcement officials announced suspicions and conducted searches in several cities across Ukraine.

Society • February 20, 03:20 PM • 4796 views
Ukrzaliznytsia changed train routes in Sumy, Kharkiv, and Zaporizhzhia regions on February 19

Ukrzaliznytsia updated information on train movements on February 19. The changes affected Sumy, Kharkiv, Donetsk, and Zaporizhzhia regions.

Society • February 19, 08:56 AM • 5158 views
The Verkhovna Rada has developed a mechanism for special polling stations for military personnel to vote

People's Deputy Roman Lozynskyi stated that special polling stations for military personnel are only possible under clear security circumstances. This minimizes the risks of abuse and guarantees the electoral rights of military personnel.

Politics • February 17, 03:53 PM • 3030 views
Air defense is working due to an enemy drone heading towards Lviv - RMA

Air defense is operating in the Lviv district due to an enemy drone heading towards Lviv. The head of the OVA, Maksym Kozytskyi, and Mayor Andriy Sadovyi urged people to remain in shelters.

Society • February 17, 06:42 AM • 4296 views
Russian general charged over deadly missile strike on Kyiv TV tower in March 2022

The Kyiv Prosecutor's Office has заочно (in absentia) notified a Russian Armed Forces Major General of suspicion for the missile strike on the Kyiv TV tower in March 2022. The attack resulted in the deaths of five civilians and injuries to six others.

War in Ukraine • February 16, 01:18 PM • 3929 views
Command of the Russian Black Sea Fleet was notified of suspicion for the strike on Lviv in the UNESCO buffer zone

The commander and chief of staff of the Russian Black Sea Fleet were notified of suspicion for the missile strike on Lviv on July 6, 2023. As a result of the attack, 9 civilians were killed and 17 architectural monuments in the UNESCO buffer zone were damaged.

War in Ukraine • February 16, 09:42 AM • 4839 views
Bus veers off Lviv-Lutsk highway, three female passengers injuredPhoto

On February 15, on the Lviv-Lutsk highway near the village of Derniv, a 45-year-old driver of a Van Hool bus lost control and drove off the road. As a result of the accident, three passengers sustained bodily injuries and were hospitalized.

Society • February 16, 08:59 AM • 3619 views
Train traffic in Lozova restored after damage, but there are changes

In Lozova, Kharkiv region, train traffic has been restored on the damaged section, but on February 16, temporary changes in traffic are in effect in a number of regions. Some routes have been shortened or replaced by buses due to enemy attacks and unfavorable weather.

Society • February 16, 08:55 AM • 3637 views
On Valentine's Day, over 200 couples got married online via Diia

In total, over 40,000 couples have already used the service, including more than 1,700 military families.

Society • February 14, 04:57 PM • 4962 views
Russia's launched "Kinzhal" missiles did not reach their targets - details from the Air Force

Today, at approximately 2:40 PM, the enemy launched Kh-47M2 "Kinzhal" aeroballistic missiles from MiG-31K aircraft. Ukrainian forces neutralized them; the missiles did not reach their targets.

War in Ukraine • February 11, 02:15 PM • 2894 views
Air defense forces neutralized two "Kinzhal" missiles heading towards Lviv - mayor

According to the mayor of Lviv, as of this moment, there is no information about destruction or casualties. City services are inspecting the community's territory.

War in Ukraine • February 11, 01:40 PM • 3498 views
Air defense was heard working in Lviv amid the threat of "Kinzhal" missiles - mayor

Air defense is heard working in Lviv after a warning about high-speed targets. Mayor Sadovyi reported a "Kinzhal" missile heading towards the city.

War in Ukraine • February 11, 12:57 PM • 4099 views
Ukraine received 300 generators worth 417 thousand euros from SECI: which social facilities and cities are prioritizedPhotoVideo

Ukraine received 300 generators with a total capacity of 1650 kW, worth over 417 thousand euros, from the Southeast European Cooperation Initiative (SECI). The equipment will be distributed among Kyiv, Odesa, Sumy, Mykolaiv, Kherson, and Lviv for social institutions.

Society • February 7, 01:59 PM • 10077 views
Ukrzaliznytsia introduces dynamic pricing for luxury tickets and new refund rules

Ukrzaliznytsia and the Ministry of Communities and Territories Development have prepared changes regarding dynamic pricing for premium segment tickets and new refund rules. The cost of tickets in SV carriages and 1st class Intercity trains will depend on the time of year, day of the week, date of purchase, and train occupancy, while refunds will depend on the period of cancellation of the trip.

Society • February 5, 08:38 PM • 79437 views
A drone targeting a critical infrastructure facility was shot down in Lviv – Sadovyi

In the Lviv region, defense forces neutralized an enemy drone that attacked a critical infrastructure facility. The incident passed without casualties or significant damage.

War in Ukraine • February 5, 03:42 PM • 4204 views
Enemy drone preliminarily destroyed over Lviv - RMA

A mobile fire group destroyed an enemy drone over Lviv. All relevant services are working at the scene.

News of the World • February 5, 03:07 PM • 5575 views
An explosion occurred in Lviv, air defense forces were active

An explosion occurred in Lviv, air defense forces are active. Lviv Oblast Governor Maksym Kozytskyi urged residents to remain in shelters.

War in Ukraine • February 5, 02:46 PM • 4460 views
In Lviv, a woman opened fire on military TCC and police officers: a minivan was damagedPhoto

In Lviv, a woman fired a traumatic pistol at a minivan carrying police officers and TCC servicemen. She was detained and notified of suspicion of hooliganism.

Society • February 5, 10:09 AM • 5560 views
Infant with tuberculosis and two-year-old with burns: seven children removed from large family in Lviv regionPhoto

In the Lviv region, law enforcement officers removed seven children from a large family due to improper care. A 6-month-old boy was hospitalized with tuberculosis, and his two-year-old brother suffered burns from boiling water.

Society • February 3, 02:03 PM • 3620 views
Record technology exports by Ukrainian IT companies

Record technology exports by Ukrainian IT companies.

Business News • January 30, 11:44 AM • 12185 views
Train traffic between Dnipro and Zaporizhzhia restricted due to Russian attacks - Ukrzaliznytsia

Train traffic between Dnipro and Zaporizhzhia has been restricted due to Russian attacks on the railway and the detection of enemy drones. Infrastructure has been damaged, but passengers and railway workers were not harmed.

Society • January 30, 09:11 AM • 30627 views
Lviv has launched an emergency preparedness regime due to possible shelling during frosts - mayor

Lviv Mayor Andriy Sadovyi announced the launch of an emergency preparedness regime. This is due to the forecasted severe frosts and possible missile attacks on critical infrastructure.

Society • January 29, 05:07 PM • 3805 views
Russian attack on the "Chop-Barvinkove" train: fragments of bodies found belong to six deceased

Body fragments found after the Russian strike on a passenger train in Kharkiv Oblast belong to six deceased. The bodies were severely disfigured, identification is possible after DNA examinations.

War in Ukraine • January 28, 07:57 PM • 4180 views
Khrystyna Soloviy surprised with her decision regarding the Stepan Higa memorial concert: what is the reason?Photo

Khrystyna Soloviy will not participate in the Stepan Higa memorial concert on March 28, as she learned about her invitation only after the list of participants was announced. She had no prior communication with the event organizers.

Society • January 28, 03:18 PM • 9546 views