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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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Foreigners opened more than 1100 companies in Ukraine in 2024

In 2024, foreigners registered 1109 new companies in Ukraine, down 24% year-on-year. Most businesses were opened by citizens of Turkey, Poland, and the United States, mainly in Kyiv, Lviv, and Odesa.

Economy • January 23, 09:32 AM • 27426 views
“Ukrzaliznytsia launches new night trains from Zakarpattia and Prykarpattia to Lviv and Kyiv

“Ukrzaliznytsia is launching new night trains #234/233 Rakhiv-Kyiv and #84/83 Solotvyno-Kyiv starting February 6. The trains will provide a convenient connection for residents of Zakarpattia and Prykarpattia with Lviv and the capital.

Announcements • January 23, 01:06 AM • 113831 views
Fraud with water supply system worth almost UAH 130 million: FBI wanted man detained in Dnipro region

In Dnipropetrovs'k region, a group that tripled the price of pipe products for the reconstruction of a water supply system was exposed. The organizer of the scheme, who was wanted by the FBI, was detained.

Crimes and emergencies • January 22, 01:40 PM • 50956 views
A baby with a rare anomaly of brain vessels successfully underwent surgery in Lviv

Lviv doctors together with a Hungarian neurosurgeon performed a unique surgery on a 7-month-old girl. Thanks to a minimally invasive intervention, they managed to close the pathological vessel with a special medical glue.

Society • January 21, 12:59 PM • 29138 views
Tragic ATV accident in Lviv region: 8-year-old child killed

In the village of Zavadka, Lviv region, an ATV fell into the river because the driver lost control. An 8-year-old passenger was killed, and the 38-year-old driver was hospitalized with injuries.

Crimes and emergencies • January 20, 09:15 AM • 27617 views
Kachur becomes head of the Sahaidachnyi National Army Academy

Colonel Roman Kachur won the vote via the Army+ app to head the Army Academy. The President instructed to conduct a full audit of the institution and implement changes in military education.

War in Ukraine • January 19, 01:35 PM • 38967 views
Weather in Ukraine: where it will be warmest on January 19 and what to expect from winter

On January 19, mild winter weather is expected in Ukraine with an average temperature of +3. ..+5°C. The warmest temperatures will be in the south and west, with sleet possible in the east.

Society • January 19, 05:59 AM • 94825 views
MP's son is suspected of embezzlement scheme in Lviv region: who is it

The State Bureau of Investigation has served a notice of suspicion to the son of an MP for embezzling UAH 1 million from the budget of a village council in Lviv region. The funds were stolen during the reconstruction of street lighting in 2019.

Crimes and emergencies • January 18, 10:49 AM • 36645 views
Dangerous TikTok trend: three children were injured in Lviv because of homemade firecrackers

Three boys aged 10-15 suffered deep burns to their faces due to the explosion of homemade firecrackers they made according to a TikTok “recipe. ” The children mixed water, foil, and pipe cleaner in a bottle.

Society • January 17, 01:54 PM • 31552 views
Procurement of low-quality clothing for the needs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine for more than UAH 1 billion: Hrynkevychs' case sent to court

The State Bureau of Investigation has completed an investigation against Ihor and Roman Hrynkevych for supplying low-quality military clothing to the Armed Forces. The state's losses amounted to over UAH 1.1 billion, and the defendants face up to 15 years in prison.

Economy • January 16, 01:07 PM • 27474 views
U.S. Ambassador responds to Russia's new massive attack on Ukraine's energy sector

Brigitte Brink responded to Russia's massive attack on Ukraine using ballistic, cruise missiles and drones. The attack damaged two critical infrastructure facilities in the Lviv region.

War in Ukraine • January 15, 08:06 PM • 50419 views
100-year-old UPA liaison Angelina Palamar from Prykarpattia passes away

At the age of 101, Angelina Palamar (née Orysia), who had been a liaison for the UPA since she was 15, died. In the summer of 2023, she celebrated her 100th birthday.

Society • January 15, 10:24 AM • 26950 views
In Ukraine, the first operation of heart retransplantation was performed

A 30-year-old Petro underwent the first heart retransplantation in Ukraine after a previous operation in Minsk. The donor was a woman from Bila Tserkva who died from a stroke.

Society • January 15, 10:13 AM • 31748 views
Russian attack on Lviv region: houses damaged, unexploded rocket found in a field

In Sknyliv village, Zolochiv district, two private houses and outbuildings were damaged by a rocket attack. Debris and an unexploded rocket were found in Stryi district.

War in Ukraine • January 15, 08:56 AM • 34706 views
A 2.5-meter-deep crater formed: the consequences of a missile fall in Lviv region

A rocket attack in the village of Sknyliv damaged a residential building and an outbuilding. A 6x5-meter, 2.5-meter-deep crater was formed at the site of the rocket impact.

Society • January 15, 07:45 AM • 78875 views
Enemy launches missile attack on two critical infrastructure facilities in Lviv region - RMA

In Lviv region, two critical infrastructure facilities were hit in Drohobych and Stryi districts. An enemy drone was also shot down, with no casualties.

War in Ukraine • January 15, 07:25 AM • 81434 views
UAV wreckage causes damage in Cherkasy region: consequences of attack

Ukrainian air defense forces shoot down a Russian drone over Cherkasy region as part of a massive attack on Ukraine. The falling debris damaged the windows of two houses and a car, with no casualties.

Society • January 15, 07:06 AM • 34401 views
Wreckage of downed Russian drone damages houses in Kirovohrad region

In the Dmytrivska community of Kirovohrad region, the windows of several residential buildings were damaged by the fragments of a downed enemy UAV. There were no casualties, and the area is being inspected.

Society • January 15, 06:52 AM • 99352 views
Lviv Mayor: enemy attacked the region's energy infrastructure

Russian cruise missiles attacked the energy infrastructure of the Lviv region. Emergency blackouts have been introduced in six regions of Ukraine, but Lviv has not yet been affected.

War in Ukraine • January 15, 06:36 AM • 45912 views
A student who brutally murdered a pensioner is detained in Lviv

A 17-year-old student was detained in Lviv for the murder of a 76-year-old pensioner in her apartment on Tershakivtsi Street. The attacker inflicted numerous blows to the victim's head with a chair and a hammer.

Society • January 15, 12:22 AM • 46718 views
Prostitutes and drugs were transported during curfew: co-organizers of illegal business exposed

11 people organized an illegal drug and prostitution business in Kyiv during the curfew. Among the organizers are a police officer's wife, a military serviceman, and an employee of the State Environmental Inspectorate.

Kyiv • January 14, 02:18 PM • 32280 views
Larysa Kozak: TCC has no right to take away cell phones from people liable for military service

Larysa Kozak, deputy head of the RCCC, explained the rights of persons liable for military service to use mobile phones in the RCCC. The premises of the TCC are a restricted facility, but a special place for communication should be allocated.

Society • January 14, 11:52 AM • 32175 views
Weather in Ukraine on January 14: where it will be warmest and what to expect from the sky

On January 14, cloudy weather with clearings and no precipitation is expected in Ukraine. The air temperature will range from -2° to +2°C, with the warmest temperatures in the south of the country.

Society • January 14, 05:55 AM • 77567 views
Two deputies of Lviv city councils exposed for receiving UAH 800 thousand in kickbacks

Two city councilors in Lviv region have been notified of being suspected of a corruption scheme involving public procurement. Law enforcement officers seized over UAH 1.6 million, currency and other valuables during the searches.

Crimes and emergencies • January 13, 01:59 PM • 34431 views
More than 1,300 Ukrainians applied to Armed Forces recruitment centers in a week

1,319 Ukrainians applied to the Armed Forces recruitment centers last week, which is twice as many as in the previous period. Since the start of the centers' work, 34,055 people have received counseling, of whom 7,550 have become candidates for the Defense Forces.

Society • January 13, 01:00 PM • 26741 views
Farion's murder: court adjourns until February 13

Shevchenkivskyi Court of Lviv has adjourned the case of the murder of Iryna Farion until February 13. The daughter of the deceased filed a petition for compensation of 15 million UAH, which she plans to transfer to support the Armed Forces.

Crimes and emergencies • January 13, 11:46 AM • 22327 views
Cold and slippery: weather forecast for today

On January 13, Ukraine is expected to have cloudy weather with clearings, without significant precipitation. There will be ice on the roads, temperatures will range from -7 to +5 degrees, with the coldest temperatures in the Lviv region.

Kyiv • January 13, 04:43 AM • 54130 views
Car collides with bus in Lviv region: seven people injured

A Peugeot car and a Mercedes-Benz bus collided on the Kurovychi-Rohatyn highway in the village of Thenomne. Seven people were injured in the accident, including the driver of the car and six passengers of the bus.

Crimes and emergencies • January 11, 08:53 AM • 29807 views
Complaints about violations of language legislation in 2024 decreased by more than a third

In 2024, the language ombudsman received 2,314 complaints about violations of language legislation, which is 37% less than last year. Most violations concerned the lack of a Ukrainian version of websites and services.

Society • January 9, 11:24 AM • 21998 views
A boy dies skiing down a mountain in Lviv region

A 12-year-old boy from Kyiv died at a ski resort in the Lviv region. The child suffered a fatal head injury after falling while skiing.

Society • January 8, 01:50 PM • 21071 views