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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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The Ministry of Development spoke about the first flight of the Welcome aircraft over Lviv and explained its purpose

The Ministry of Development explained that the Welcome aircraft's flight over Lviv was a test flight to check aeronautical equipment. The resumption of flights is not yet planned; safety conditions are required.

Society • April 23, 02:55 PM • 7661 views
In Ukraine, April 23 is expected to be up to +26°C: where short-term rains will occur

On Wednesday, it will be warm in Ukraine, up to +26°C. Rain is possible in the western regions, and short-term precipitation is possible in the south and east, alternating with the sun.

Weather and environment • April 23, 04:39 AM • 4469 views
In Lviv, more than 1,800 remains found on the territory of the former Soviet memorial were reburied

In Lviv, the exhumation and reburial of 1,804 human remains from the former Soviet memorial at the Lychakiv Cemetery has been completed. The remains of soldiers from different armies were reburied in different cemeteries.

Society • April 22, 03:09 PM • 7323 views
In Ukraine, April 17 will be warm and sunny: Ukrhydrometcenter forecast

Warm and sunny weather is expected throughout Ukraine on April 17. Air temperature will fluctuate within +19…+23°C, no precipitation is expected.

Weather and environment • April 17, 04:52 AM • 4093 views
"Rivne Vertical": How Ivanna Smachylo headed the State Property Fund of Ukraine and what Minister Koval has to do with it

Lawyer Ivanna Smachylo headed the State Property Fund after Koval's transition to ministers. Her career is connected with Koval, which raises questions about personnel loyalty and control over state assets.

Economy • April 15, 09:24 AM • 121279 views
Weather in Ukraine on April 15: spring warmth and variable cloudiness are expected

In Kyiv +16°C-+18°C, without precipitation. In the West +17°C -+19°C, possible rain. In the East +17°C-+19°C, partly cloudy and without precipitation.

Weather and environment • April 15, 04:39 AM • 4942 views
Speaker of the Upper House of the Austrian Parliament arrived in Ukraine for the first time

Andrea Eder-Gitschthaler arrived in Ukraine at the invitation of Deputy Speaker of the Verkhovna Rada Olena Kondratyuk. The visit is an important gesture of solidarity against the background of the Russian Federation's attacks on Ukrainian cities.

Politics • April 14, 02:11 PM • 10142 views
Accident on the Czech railway: Ukrainian Railways told passengers about changes in routes between Prague and Chop

Due to the accident on the Czech railway, train No. 122/123 Prague-Chop will run only to Kosice. Passengers will need to transfer to other trains to get to Chop or Prague.

Society • April 14, 12:18 PM • 7984 views
The Accounting Chamber asked ARMA to establish cooperation with law enforcement officers: Duma went to give lectures to cadets

Instead of systematic work with prosecutors, the head of ARMA, Olena Duma, decided to conduct lectures for cadets. The Accounting Chamber pointed to problems in asset management.

Politics • April 14, 08:12 AM • 204178 views
A warm start to the week is expected: weather forecast in Ukraine for April 14

On Monday, Ukraine will have comfortable spring weather, with temperatures up to +17°. Only in the west are local rains possible, in other regions no precipitation is expected.

Weather and environment • April 14, 04:15 AM • 9098 views
Ukrainian embassies will honor the victims of the tragedy in Sumy: flags will be lowered

On April 14, Ukrainian embassies around the world will lower their flags in mourning for the victims of the Russian missile strike on Sumy. Books of mourning will also be opened.

War in Ukraine • April 13, 07:44 PM • 5789 views
Ukrainian cities declare days of mourning over Russia's terrible missile attack on Sumy

Following the horrific Russian attack on Sumy, many cities in Ukraine have declared Days of Mourning. Kyiv, Poltava, Zaporizhzhia, Kharkiv, and Lviv regions are lowering flags in memory of the victims.

Society • April 13, 04:43 PM • 71671 views
Warm weather without precipitation is expected in Ukraine on April 13

On April 13, warm and dry weather will prevail in Ukraine. Air temperature will range from +9 to +18°C, depending on the region, no precipitation is expected.

Weather and environment • April 13, 05:05 AM • 5579 views
Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands arrived in Ukraine on a visit

Kaspar Veldkamp in Lviv honored the memory of the fallen defenders of Ukraine. The visit program includes a conference, meetings and discussions on Ukraine's integration into the EU.

Politics • April 12, 07:34 AM • 4570 views
Prince Harry in Lviv received an Easter basket with paska made from flour from demined fields

Yulia Svyrydenko presented Prince Harry with an Easter basket with paska baked from flour from demined fields of Sumy region. Pysanky for the basket were made by the mother of the deceased paramedic Iryna Tsybukh.

Society • April 11, 06:28 PM • 11337 views
Prince Harry visited Lviv: video of his visit appeared

Prince Harry visited the Superhumans Center in Lviv, met with wounded Ukrainian soldiers and civilians. The visit took place without unnecessary fanfare and cameras.

Society • April 11, 10:35 AM • 6123 views
In Ukraine, more than 10 channels for smuggling draft evaders abroad have been blocked - police

Law enforcement officers have blocked 11 channels for illegal transfer of persons liable for military service abroad. Almost 200 searches were conducted in various regions, and currency, documents, and weapons were seized.

Crimes and emergencies • April 11, 09:18 AM • 11122 views
Prince Harry visited a clinic in Lviv that rehabilitates wounded military personnel and civilians.

Prince Harry visited the Superhumans Center orthopedic clinic in Lviv to support wounded soldiers and civilians. The visit was related to the work of the Invictus Games Foundation.

Society • April 10, 08:01 PM • 17338 views
Shooting at the shopping mall in Lviv: what is known about the shooter

On April 9, a man in a wheelchair fired a pistol into the floor at the "Forum" shopping center in Lviv. The media reports that he is a local fraudster, previously convicted of theft.

Crimes and emergencies • April 10, 11:13 AM • 10886 views
A veteran from Prykarpattia opened a massage room for the rehabilitation of fellow soldiers

A veteran from Prykarpattia opened a massage room for the rehabilitation of fellow soldiers.

Society • April 10, 08:48 AM • 9724 views
A shooting occurred in a shopping mall in Lviv: law enforcement officers are working at the scene

On April 9, in the Lviv shopping mall "Forum", a man in a wheelchair shot at the floor with a pistol. The police seized the weapon, no one was injured, the circumstances are being established.

Crimes and emergencies • April 9, 06:29 PM • 19281 views
Farion murder case: court extends preventive measure for Zinchenko until June 8

The Shevchenkivskyi District Court of Lviv extended the arrest of Vyacheslav Zinchenko, suspected of murdering Iryna Farion, for 60 days. He will remain in custody until June 8, the next hearing on April 29.

Crimes and emergencies • April 9, 09:49 AM • 8736 views
Weather in Ukraine on April 9: expected from +2°C to +9°C, variable cloudiness, precipitation in some places

Variable cloudiness and temperature fluctuations from +2°C to +9°C are expected in Ukraine on April 9. Light rain and sleet are possible in the south and east of the country.

Society • April 9, 04:41 AM • 9358 views
Burnt a Mercedes worth over UAH 6.7 million: a driver of the car owner was detained in Kyiv

A 29-year-old driver was detained in Kyiv, suspected of setting fire to a 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLS-580, worth over UAH 6. 7 million. He faces up to 10 years in prison.

Kyiv • April 8, 12:46 PM • 38981 views
In a Lviv minibus, a passenger insulted a veteran: the police asked to write a statement, but she refused

In Lviv, a veteran was insulted by a minibus passenger because of her UBD ID. The police offered to write a statement, but she refused, not wanting punishment for the offender.

Society • April 8, 09:17 AM • 10552 views
On April 8, variable weather with sleet and clouds is expected in Ukraine

On April 8, it will be cloudy in Ukraine, with clearings and sleet in places, except for the southeast. Temperatures will range from +1 to +8 degrees, which is atypical for April.

Society • April 8, 04:36 AM • 12194 views
"Mommy's agents" in ARMA: how Duma's structure monitors court orders and "leaks" information about searches

An ARMA employee is suspected of disclosing information about an upcoming search. The investigation believes that she informed the management, which may indicate an established data leak system.

Politics • April 7, 10:58 AM • 421990 views
Taisia ​​Litvinenko, star of the films "Chasing Two Hares" and "Babylon-XX", has died

Taisia Litvinenko, People's Artist of Ukraine and star of the Lviv Theater named after M. Zankovetska, has passed away. The actress starred in the films "Maxim Perepelytsia", "Chasing Two Hares" and "Babylon-XX".

Society • April 6, 11:23 AM • 19407 views
April snow covered Ukraine: which regions have winter returned to

Snow fell in the western regions of Ukraine, in particular, in Volyn, Lviv, Rivne, Khmelnytsky, Ternopil, Frankivsk and Zakarpattia regions. The Ukrhydrometeorological Center warned about ice.

Society • April 6, 10:08 AM • 94180 views
April snowfall: Ukrainian Railways responded whether the bad weather affected train traffic

Ukrzaliznytsia reported that trains continue to run on schedule, despite the snowfall in many regions. The bad weather also visited Lviv and Odesa region.

Society • April 6, 08:48 AM • 192862 views