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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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Due to Russian attacks, train delays are still occurring; the consequences will last for at least another day - Ukrzaliznytsia

Ukrzaliznytsia reported delays affecting around a hundred services, with the longest reaching 15 hours. No long-distance services were canceled; the consequences will continue for at least another day.

Society • August 28, 07:30 AM • 29649 views
Ukrzaliznytsia reported a reduction in train delays

Train delays in Ukraine are gradually decreasing, and waiting rooms have been opened free of charge. World Central Kitchen supported nearly 30 trains.

Society • August 28, 12:56 AM • 37382 views
In Lviv, a drunk man overturned tables at the “Vernissage” and then attacked a Municipal Guard employee with a stick

In Lviv, a drunk man overturned tables and attacked a Municipal Guard employee. The victim was hospitalized, and the attacker was detained by the police.

Crimes and emergencies • August 24, 06:48 PM • 3639 views
Zelenskyy proposes identifying the national shrines of the Ukrainian people and establishing liability for damaging them

The President proposed granting special status to 23 historical sites and strengthening their protection. Intentional damage would be punishable by\r\nup to 10 years in prison.

Politics • August 24, 12:41 PM • 9633 views
Explosion at a pharmacy in Lviv — an electrical grid malfunction led to fatal consequencesPhoto

A fire at a pharmacy on Trakt Hlynianskyi Street was caused by a malfunction in the external lighting. An employee born in 2002 was killed.

Society • August 23, 07:50 AM • 15694 views
Day of the State Flag of Ukraine: the history of the blue-and-yellow banner

The blue-and-yellow flag has come a long way from medieval heraldry to becoming Ukraine’s national symbol. Its official proportions are 2:3.

Society • August 23, 06:36 AM • 144756 views
An explosion occurred in Lviv — a pharmacist was killed

On the morning of August 23, an explosion occurred at a pharmacy on Hlynianskyi Trakt in Lviv. According to preliminary data, the pharmacist was killed.

Society • August 23, 05:50 AM • 25793 views
Khyzhniak won his first professional boxing title at Usyk's event in LvivVideo

Oleksandr Khyzhniak unanimously defeated Argentina's Palacio in Lviv. The Ukrainian won the WBA Gold International belt in his third professional fight.

Sports • August 22, 08:58 PM • 4514 views
Fire at a warehouse at the Iskra plant in Lviv has already claimed the lives of three peoplePhoto

A fire broke out at a warehouse containing aerosol cans on the premises of the Iskra plant in Lviv. Rescuers discovered a third person who had died.

Society • August 22, 04:50 PM • 8711 views
Warehouse containing aerosol cans caught fire at the Iskra plant in Lviv, killing two peoplePhoto

Two people were killed and five employees injured at an aerosol can warehouse in Lviv. The fire has been contained, and rescuers are removing hazardous containers.

Society • August 22, 04:26 PM • 6258 views
In Lviv, TCR refuted information about a man's death near the institution

The man who was taken to the Sykhiv Territorial Recruitment and Social Support Center is alive and is in hospital after his health deteriorated. The center denied rumors about his death.

Society • August 22, 02:59 PM • 4781 views
Killing of a TCC employee in Lviv on August 21 — attacker notified of suspicionPhoto

The 25-year-old Lviv resident stabbed the TCC serviceman three times and threatened a police officer. The serviceman died, and the attacker was notified of suspicion.

Society • August 22, 10:10 AM • 47805 views
In Lviv, a man with a knife fatally wounded a TCC employee during a document checkVideo

In Lviv, a 25-year-old man fatally wounded a 55-year-old TCC employee with a knife. A police officer wounded the attacker, who was detained.

Crimes and emergencies • August 21, 09:48 PM • 20209 views
Zelenskyy appointed a number of judges to the HACC and appellate courts: who received the positions

The President signed 15 decrees appointing 29 judges. Sixteen of them will work at the HACC and its Appeals Chamber.

Politics • August 21, 08:02 PM • 9070 views
An installation titled "Columns of Memory" will be unveiled in Lviv in honor of fallen Heroes

An installation by Vasyl Odrekhivskyi will be installed in Angels’ Square near the Garrison Church. The unveiling will take place on Sunday at 8:00 p.m.

Society • August 21, 01:32 PM • 7537 views
In Lviv, two BMWs hit a father and his 8-year-old daughter - investigation launchedPhotoVideo

In Lviv, two BMW drivers hit a father and an 8-year-old girl at a crosswalk. The victims are in intensive care, the drivers were sober, and an investigation is underway.

Crimes and emergencies • August 21, 10:02 AM • 4553 views
Pavlo Zhurylo and the Betking Foundation organized a "Royal Vacation" for 338 children from 20 settlements across UkrainePhoto

During seven camp sessions in the Carpathians, 338 children from 20 settlements across Ukraine enjoyed a holiday. The program combined sports, mountains, and psychological support.

Business News • August 19, 03:21 PM • 10857 views
Cartier and Rolex: multi-million contraband shipment of luxury watches discovered at the borderPhoto

At the "Krakivets–Korczowa" border crossing, a 20-year-old woman from Lviv chose the "green corridor," but customs officers found 8 Cartier and Rolex watches in the trunk. The estimated value of the goods is UAH 4.1 million; a report on a customs rules violation was drawn up.

Crimes and emergencies • August 15, 12:17 PM • 4752 views
A drunk TCC officer assaulted a soldier in Ivano-Frankivsk region; he faces up to 12 years in prison — SBIPhoto

The SBI detained a senior lieutenant who, while intoxicated, assaulted a 45-year-old soldier at a TCC, injuring him. The officer was notified of suspicion of exceeding his authority under martial law.

Society • August 14, 03:37 PM • 11223 views
In Ternopil region, a Volkswagen crashed into a Peugeot - there are injured and fatalities, including a childPhoto

The driver of a Volkswagen Golf entered the oncoming lane, where they collided with a Peugeot.

Society • August 13, 05:49 PM • 10675 views
A network of Russian GRU agents hunting for F-16s and Mirage 2000s was uncovered in UkraineVideo

The SBU neutralized a Russian intelligence agent network consisting of 14 people who collected data on Ukrainian air bases. The enemy planned to use this information for missile strikes against F-16 and Mirage 2000 aircraft.

War in Ukraine • August 13, 10:37 AM • 4228 views
Solar eclipse – Ukrainians shared footage of the unique phenomenonPhoto

A partial eclipse could be seen in the western and some central regions of Ukraine.

Society • August 12, 07:04 PM • 32806 views
"Marriage Online" extended for another two years

The Cabinet of Ministers has extended the implementation of the experimental project for registering a marriage through the "Diia" app for another two years. The resolution enters into force on August 15, 2026.

Society • August 10, 08:57 AM • 5840 views
Total solar eclipse on August 12: what will be visible in Ukraine and where the Sun will disappear completely

A total solar eclipse will occur on August 12, 2026, visible in the Arctic and parts of Europe. In Ukraine, the partial phase will be visible in the western regions, with the best conditions in Uzhhorod.

Society • August 9, 10:34 AM • 18853 views
Stabbed a 15-year-old boy - a 28-year-old man detained in Dnipropetrovsk region

A 28-year-old man stabbed a 15-year-old boy during an argument in the city of Samar. He was notified of suspicion of inflicting grievous bodily harm.

Society • August 7, 05:54 PM • 8197 views
Quarantine imposed within a 5-kilometer zone in Lviv due to rabies in a cat

On August 7, quarantine restrictions were imposed in Lviv following confirmed rabies in a cat. The zone covers an area within 5 km of the intersection of Velykoho and Krilia streets.

Society • August 7, 04:10 PM • 5228 views
Trains in three regions are changing routes due to Russian strikes - what you need to know

Due to the deteriorating security situation in the Dnipropetrovsk, Kharkiv and Zaporizhzhia areas, Ukrzaliznytsia is temporarily changing train routes and arranging bus transfers. Passengers can use electric trains from Dnipro at no extra charge.

Society • August 7, 09:19 AM • 17707 views
Part of Lviv was left without power due to the heat; disruptions to electric transport services are possible

An emergency outage in the 110 kV grid caused by the heat resulted in consumers in central Lviv being left without power. Electricity supply is planned to be restored within an hour.

Society • August 6, 01:38 PM • 3508 views
Poland has submitted a list of locations for further search and exhumation work in Ukraine

A meeting of the Ukrainian-Polish working group on dignified burials was held in Lviv. The Polish side submitted a list of locations for further work in Ukraine.

Politics • August 5, 03:00 PM • 5125 views
In Zakarpattia, 13 people, including children, were injured in an accident involving three carsPhoto

In the village of Soimy in Zakarpattia, three cars collided, resulting in 13 people being injured, including four children. The drivers were sober, and the police have launched an investigation.

Society • August 1, 04:44 PM • 9511 views