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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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Part of the house attacked by Russia in Lviv, a UNESCO heritage site, was declared unsafe, residents were relocated - mayor

Due to damage to 17 apartments in the Bernardine Monastery ensemble, residents were relocated. Services have completed the cleanup and are preparing the building for restoration.

Society • March 27, 01:49 PM • 3963 views
Not just house arrest - Prosecutor General announced details of Gusakov's pre-trial detention

The suspect in the embezzlement of donations for SMA treatment was placed under night house arrest. Nazariy Husakov is obliged to surrender his passport and remain in Lviv.

Society • March 26, 01:55 PM • 5268 views
Court sends Husakov to night house arrest

Nazariy Husakov was placed under night house arrest after returning from Italy. He is suspected of spending collected funds on cryptocurrency and gambling.

Crimes and emergencies • March 26, 12:49 PM • 3403 views
SPARTAK Shopping and Entertainment Center Celebrated Anniversary: Children's Football Party, iPhone Giveaway, and Victory in Ukrainian Business Award 2025Photo

The Lviv complex celebrated its anniversary with an iPhone giveaway and a children's football festival. The center has been recognized as a leader in sports and family leisure.

Business News • March 25, 04:10 PM • 12166 views
UNESCO to assess all damages from Russian attack on Lviv - Tykhyi reveals details

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine appealed to UNESCO regarding the shelling of the architectural ensemble of the monastery in Lviv. Experts will assess the damage from the attack, which injured seven people.

Society • March 25, 03:22 PM • 4587 views
In Lviv, a passenger attacked a ticket inspector; a soldier helped detain him

In Lviv, a fare-dodging passenger knocked a ticket inspector to the ground while exiting a bus. A soldier at the bus stop helped subdue the attacker and handed him over to the police.

Society • March 25, 03:02 PM • 4244 views
Additional train services to the Carpathians launched in Ukraine

The carrier has scheduled additional services from Kyiv to Dnipro and Lviv, as well as between Lviv and Odesa. The route from Kyiv has been extended to Yaremche and Vorokhta.

Society • March 25, 02:16 PM • 4081 views
Ukrzaliznytsia launches additional trains and extends route to Yaremche

Due to increased passenger traffic, four additional services have been scheduled to Dnipro, Lviv, and Odesa. The route from Kyiv has been extended to Yaremche with transfers to the mountains.

Society • March 25, 02:12 PM • 3806 views
Parking fines are now available online in Diia and the Electronic Driver's Account

Drivers can view parking inspector resolutions online in seven Ukrainian cities. The service was developed by the Ministry of Internal Affairs to monitor fine payment deadlines.

Society • March 25, 01:13 PM • 6062 views
The Rada ratified an agreement with the EIB for 230 million euros for road reconstruction

The Rada ratified an agreement on attracting funds for the repair of routes to checkpoints and the TEN-T network. The money will go to routes in Lviv and Odesa regions.

Economy • March 25, 10:52 AM • 6727 views
Sadovyi apologized for criticizing air defense after Russian attack on Lviv

The mayor of Lviv called his reaction to the air defense work emotional and incorrect. He admitted that the military knows better how to allocate resources for sky protection.

Society • March 25, 10:23 AM • 11961 views
Fundraising for Husakov - Prosecutor General announced the return and change of suspicion for Lviv resident, prosecution requests house arrestPhoto

The suspect returned to Ukraine, where he was served with an updated notice of suspicion. The number of victims has increased to 96 people, and the amount of damages to UAH 2 million.

Society • March 25, 09:11 AM • 4476 views
After the Russian attack on Lviv, 7 people are still in hospitals - what is the condition of the injured

Seven injured people remain in hospitals, three of whom are in serious condition. The Russian attack damaged residential buildings, energy facilities, and UNESCO heritage sites.

War in Ukraine • March 25, 07:10 AM • 3926 views
Russia attacked Ukraine with 147 more drones overnight, 121 were neutralized

Air defense forces shot down and suppressed 121 enemy drones of various types. 24 attack UAVs were hit, and the consequences of the enemy attack are being eliminated.

War in Ukraine • March 25, 06:44 AM • 5859 views
"Take care of people, less chatter" - Madyar responded to Sadovyi's reproaches about the ineffectiveness of air defense after a drone attack on Lviv

Robert Brovdi criticized the mayor of Lviv for reproaching the military over drone flights. The commander emphasized the impossibility of 100% downing of Shaheds.

Society • March 24, 10:48 PM • 13648 views
Massive Russian attack on Lviv: 26 injured already in hospitals, damages from damaged transport alone amount to UAH 650,000Photo

26 injured are in hospitals, there are no fatalities. Dozens of buildings, an architectural monument, and transport worth 650 thousand hryvnias have been damaged.

War in Ukraine • March 24, 07:34 PM • 10878 views
The scale of this attack clearly indicates that Russia has no real intention of ending the war - Zelenskyy

Russia launched over 550 drones at Ukraine, causing deaths and dozens of injuries. The President stated that Russia has no desire for peace.

War in Ukraine • March 24, 07:20 PM • 7148 views
UNESCO experts to visit Lviv to assess damage caused by Russia

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine has agreed on a mission visit to document the consequences of the Russian attack on the city center. The strike damaged buildings belonging to the world heritage.

Society • March 24, 06:48 PM • 5396 views
MFA calls on UNESCO and international leaders to react to the attack on Lviv

A Russian drone attack damaged Lviv's historic center and civilian buildings. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs calls on the international community for strong action and punishment of the aggressor.

Society • March 24, 05:55 PM • 4665 views
22 injured people hospitalized in Lviv hospitals after massive Russian attack - mayor

Due to the shelling of the center of Lviv, a residential building and a UNESCO heritage site were damaged. Mayor Sadovyi reported 22 wounded people who are in the city's hospitals.

Society • March 24, 05:50 PM • 5081 views
In Lviv, a man hung the Ukrainian flag on the balcony of an apartment damaged by a “Shahed” drone

In Lviv's Sykhiv district, a man placed a flag on the balcony of a damaged apartment. As a result of the massive drone attack, 13 people were injured in the city.

War in Ukraine • March 24, 05:38 PM • 67726 views
The most massive drone attack on Ukraine. The Air Force reported shooting down over 540 drones

The Air Force shot down 541 UAVs during a massive attack involving almost a thousand drones. 15 hits have been recorded in various regions, and combat operations are currently ongoing.

Society • March 24, 05:05 PM • 6166 views
The number of injured in Lviv continues to rise, with buildings adjacent to the Bernardine Monastery engulfed in flames

Due to Russian attacks in Lviv, 13 people have been hospitalized. The Bernardine Monastery complex and critical infrastructure facilities in the region have been damaged.

Society • March 24, 04:05 PM • 18689 views
Russian shelling of Druzhkivka - a woman killed, a man injuredPhoto

As a result of the attack on the private sector, a female pensioner was killed and a man was injured. 12 houses, an infrastructure facility were damaged, and fires broke out.

Society • March 24, 03:42 PM • 3657 views
The number of injured in Lviv due to the Russian attack has risen to seven, with significant destruction recorded

As a result of drone strikes in Lviv and the region, residential buildings caught fire. Seven people were injured, one victim is in serious condition.

War in Ukraine • March 24, 03:30 PM • 4289 views
Russian attack continues - after Lviv, explosions in Ivano-Frankivsk, Ternopil, Vinnytsia. NSDC says Russians have been accumulating resources for a long-term strike

Explosions were heard in a number of western regions and Vinnytsia amid the Russian attack and air defense operations. Authorities urge people to stay in shelters and not to post photos.

War in Ukraine • March 24, 03:05 PM • 6410 views
Due to the Russian attack on Lviv, at least two people were injured, and a multi-story building is on firePhotoVideo

As a result of drone strikes on Sykhiv and the center of Lviv, two people sustained serious injuries. The enemy hit caused a fire in a building and damaged a UNESCO site.

War in Ukraine • March 24, 02:55 PM • 4565 views
Russia attacked the center of Lviv, UNESCO heritage site damaged - RMA

An enemy strike damaged a residential building in the center of Lviv and a UNESCO heritage site. All services are working on the spot, residents are urged to stay in shelters.

War in Ukraine • March 24, 02:35 PM • 4580 views
Lviv under Russian drone attack - what is known

Russian drones attacked Lviv and the region, prompting air defense systems to engage. Authorities urged residents of Sykhiv and the entire city to remain in shelters.

War in Ukraine • March 24, 02:24 PM • 12112 views
Lviv terminates contract with Polish company for construction of waste processing plant

LKP Zelene Misto terminates agreement with Control Process S. A. due to systemic violations and delays. The decision will come into force on April 6, 2026.

Society • March 23, 06:11 PM • 6995 views