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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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Kyiv launched pilot 5G - available in the city center

The Ministry of Digital Transformation announced the launch of a pilot 5G zone in the center of Kyiv. The average connection speed is 600-700 Mbps.

Society • July 22, 09:18 AM • 7472 views
About 200 conscripts were registered as teachers for deferment, 8 detained in the scheme - prosecutor's officePhoto

In Ukraine, an organized group was exposed that fictitiously employed conscripts as teachers of a private institution. Over two years, about 200 people received deferments, eight participants were detained. Law enforcement officers exposed a group that had been fictitiously registering conscripts as teachers for more than two years. Eight people were detained, 30 searches were conducted.

Society • July 21, 09:59 AM • 42564 views
French engineer cycled over 2200 km to Lviv and delivered letters of support to UkrainePhoto

Antoine Lecouana covered 2200 km in 26 days, dedicating the journey to the Ukrainian people. He delivered letters of support from the mayors of Cannes and Grasse to the mayor of Lviv.

Society • July 19, 06:35 PM • 14658 views
In Lviv, a memory space for Iryna Farion was opened on the second anniversary of her murderVideo

In Lviv on Masaryk Street, a memory space for Iryna Farion was opened with a copper stele and her quotes. Mayor Andriy Sadovyi reported that this is not a monument, but a space for reading and research.

Society • July 19, 05:47 PM • 6361 views
In Lviv, a man sustained bodily injuries during a conflict with the TCC, proceedings have been opened - police

In Lviv, the police have initiated criminal proceedings over the infliction of minor bodily injuries on a 34-year-old man during a conflict with TCC servicemen. A pre-trial investigation is ongoing.

Society • July 18, 02:46 PM • 9624 views
In Lviv, a woman received bodily injuries during a conflict with TCC employees, proceedings initiated - police

A 26-year-old woman received minor bodily injuries during a conflict with a TCC notification group in Lviv. The police have initiated criminal proceedings under the article on intentional minor bodily injury.

Society • July 15, 04:27 PM • 11895 views
In Ukraine, heavy rains and hail hit several regions at onceVideo

The bad weather caused flooding of streets and damage to roofs in several cities of Ukraine. The rain with hail hit Kryvyi Rih the hardest, where entrances were flooded.

Society • July 14, 05:19 PM • 7180 views
In Lviv, 70 children were injured on electric scooters over six weeks

In Lviv, during June and half of July, 70 children injured on electric scooters sought medical help at hospitals. 21 children were hospitalized with serious injuries.

Society • July 14, 02:05 PM • 4868 views
The chief engineer of a construction company in Lviv is suspected of recruiting children for porn

In Lviv, a 48-year-old chief engineer recruited 9- and 11-year-old girls on social networks. He stored the obtained materials on his phone and sent them to other individuals.

Crimes and emergencies • July 14, 01:54 PM • 4010 views
Bad weather passed through Lviv and the region: "rivers" on the streets and part of the region without powerPhotoVideo

Due to bad weather in Lviv region, 101 settlements were left without electricity. In Lviv, a tree fell, damaging the trolleybus network, traffic has been temporarily rerouted.

Society • July 14, 10:40 AM • 7111 views
About 200 civilians took part in clashes with TCR and police in Lviv - prosecutor's officePhoto

In Lviv, a crowd of about 200 people blocked and overturned a vehicle of TCC servicemen. One of the participants attacked the deputy chief of police, who sustained head injuries.

Society • July 9, 11:51 AM • 31202 views
The violator of military registration, who caused the conflict in Lviv, was sent to the Military Medical Commission

A person liable for military service who violated registration rules since June 12 was brought to the Territorial Center for Recruitment and sent to the Military Medical Commission. At the scene, unknown individuals damaged and overturned an official vehicle.

Society • July 8, 10:24 PM • 40260 views
Over 1.5 billion euros in investments, new housing programs, and AI for reconstruction – results of the URC-2026 conference in Gdańsk

The URC-2026 conference concluded with the attraction of over 1. 5 billion euros and the signing of more than 30 agreements. Key areas include housing, transport, and municipal infrastructure.

Society • July 1, 12:25 PM • 64538 views
Owner of 'Trukha' channels Lavrynenko detained by TCC military. Ministry of Defense assures no 'personal' instructions were givenPhotoVideo

In Lviv, the TCC detained the owner of 'Trukha' Telegram channels, Maksym Lavrynenko, to clarify his data. He claimed alleged pressure from Minister Fedorov, but the department denies this.

Politics • June 17, 07:42 PM • 4132 views
Massive Russian attack leads to delays of over three hours for several trains

Due to shelling of infrastructure, Ukrzaliznytsia trains are running with delays of up to four hours. Railway workers are using backup locomotives to maintain movement.

Society • June 15, 05:54 AM • 7487 views
Fire breaks out at Bessarabsky Market in Kyiv

A fire covering an area of 5 square meters was extinguished in the basement of the Bessarabsky Market in Kyiv. No one was injured as a result of the garbage fire.

Society • June 10, 05:27 PM • 12079 views
Peak season for train tickets begins – travelers given a series of tipsPhoto

Ukrzaliznytsia expects 7 million passengers this summer with demand reaching up to seven people per seat. To purchase tickets, users are advised to use the auto-buy feature in the app.

Society • June 10, 12:38 PM • 14386 views
Fire breaks out on Rynok Square in Lviv

A roof fire broke out above the 'Fifth Dungeon' (P’iate Pidzemillia) establishment and the Italian Courtyard on Rynok Square in Lviv. Rescuers are currently working at the scene.

Society • June 8, 08:00 PM • 9990 views
Ukraine national team player leaves gift for soldier who slept through footballers' visitPhotoVideo

Players of the Ukraine national team visited a military hospital in Lviv. Oleksandr Romanchuk left a signed pennant for a defender who slept through the team's visit.

Society • June 5, 12:13 PM • 3965 views
In Lviv, a former deputy and his son sold "disability" status for travel abroad for 15 thousand dollars

In Lviv, a former deputy and his son sold fictitious disability status for 15 thousand dollars. The suspects were detained while receiving a portion of the illegal benefit.

Society • June 4, 12:17 PM • 3826 views
Man detained in Lviv for knife attack on TCR servicemanPhoto

In Lviv, a 29-year-old man stabbed a TCC employee in the shoulder with a knife during a mobilization notice procedure. The attacker has been detained and faces up to five years in prison.

Society • June 2, 08:34 AM • 4938 views
Why we postpone doctor visits and how online booking helps change thatPhoto

Lack of time and the difficulty of finding specialists force people to delay treatment. The Likyemo service allows you to quickly find a doctor and book an appointment online.

Business News • June 1, 12:47 PM • 34489 views
Today, the Ukrainian national team will play its first match under Maldera's leadership against Poland

Ukraine will play a friendly match against Poland under the leadership of Andrea Maldera. The squad includes 23 players, and Andriy Yarmolenko will serve as the team captain.

Sports • May 31, 10:42 AM • 4036 views
Home for the first time in five years: WhiteBIT organizes Q&A with National Team players

The national team has begun its training camp in Lviv under the leadership of Andrea Maldera. WhiteBIT is organizing a Q&A session and a prize giveaway for fans.

Business News • May 29, 03:24 PM • 36584 views
In Lviv, doctors successfully removed a malignant tumor from a woman at 31 weeks of pregnancy

Medics removed a cancerous tumor from a woman at 31 weeks of pregnancy without inducing premature labor. The patient later gave birth to a healthy child and is currently in remission.

Society • May 29, 11:08 AM • 4868 views
More trains are being launched to popular locations for the summer season

Seven trains have been switched to a daily schedule, and an additional Kyiv — Chernivtsi service has been scheduled. The Sumy — Rakhiv route has been restored for summer travel.

Society • May 29, 07:01 AM • 7957 views
Regional electric trains equipped with air conditioning for the first time - UkrzaliznytsiaPhoto

Ukrzaliznytsia has equipped trains on routes to Lviv, Rivne, and Khmelnytskyi with air conditioning. More than five additional trainsets will be modernized by the end of the year.

Society • May 28, 02:59 PM • 5567 views
Ministry of Justice presented a unique 14th-century charter that refutes Kremlin myths about the Kingdom of Rus

The Ministry of Justice showcased a 1372 charter regarding the status of the Kingdom of Rus. The document confirms Ukraine's European ties and refutes the Kremlin's historical myths.

Society • May 27, 09:23 AM • 4642 views
Thousand Ukrainians have already joined the program for returning people aged 50+ to the labor market - how many have found jobsPhoto

1. 2 thousand people and 1.3 thousand vacancies have joined the "Experience Matters" program. 59 specialists have already been employed, and 124 are undergoing internships.

Society • May 26, 11:47 AM • 6119 views
Triumph of the "Yellow-Blacks": Hryhoriy Kozlovskyy and the "Rukh" Academy summarized the results of the golden seasonPhoto

Students of the Rukh Football Academy won three championship titles in the NLM Pro League. Club founder Hryhoriy Kozlovskyy commented on the historical success of the young players and investments in the future of Ukrainian sports.

Business News • May 26, 07:38 AM • 10382 views