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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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Without a chest incision - a 10-centimeter piece of glass was removed from a Lviv resident's lungPhoto

The man was injured during a drone attack on the Sykhiv district of Lviv. Doctors performed a minimally invasive operation and removed the fragment from his chest.

Society • April 21, 09:49 AM • 3562 views
Strengthening the Ukrainian combat aircraft fleet with Swedish "Gripens" - Zelenskyy met with the King of Sweden in Lviv

Sweden has allocated 4 billion to support the Armed Forces of Ukraine and is discussing the transfer of Gripen aircraft. The parties also agreed on humanitarian aid and energy resilience.

War in Ukraine • April 17, 03:34 PM • 4163 views
Bus driver killed in fatal accident in Ivano-Frankivsk region, injured reportedPhoto

In the village of Tiapche, a Mazda CX-7 and a Mercedes Sprinter on the Ivano-Frankivsk - Lviv route collided. The bus driver died, and eight passengers were injured.

Society • April 17, 01:45 PM • 3943 views
"Shakhtar" strives for the Conference League semi-finals - where to watch the match against "AZ"

Donetsk Shakhtar will play the second leg of the Conference League quarter-finals in Alkmaar after a 3:0 victory. The broadcast will take place on MEGOGO at 19:45 Kyiv time.

Sports • April 16, 10:16 AM • 4156 views
In Lviv, women attacked TCC representatives and law enforcement officers during the detention of an offender

On Volodymyr Velykyi Street, women tried to free a military registration violator from the police. The man was detained and taken to the TCC for a military medical examination.

Crimes and emergencies • April 15, 05:46 PM • 11304 views
HACC began considering the case of former Deputy Head of the Presidential Office Andriy Smyrnov on its merits

The court scheduled Smyrnov's case for consideration in May 2026. The former official is accused of illicit enrichment by UAH 15.7 million.

Crimes and emergencies • April 15, 02:44 PM • 2858 views
Patients vs. the System: Why People Are Afraid to Sue Private Clinics

Medical malpractice cases in Ukraine rarely reach court despite patient complaints and reports to law enforcement agencies. The reasons for this may include: the high cost of litigation, the difficulty of proving medical error, and the lack of evidence due to patients rarely being given all medical documentation. Thus, the inequality of resources between patients and private clinics often forces people to give up the fight.

Society • April 15, 12:18 PM • 64687 views
Ukrainian Cup Final to be held at Arena Lviv

The decisive match of the tournament will take place on May 20 in Lviv. The UAF also approved the dates for the semi-finals involving Dynamo, Bukovyna, Metalist 1925, and FC Chernihiv.

Sports • April 14, 08:07 PM • 4155 views
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Six years in search of truth: widow of Odrex clinic patient awaits results of another examinationPhoto

In Svitlana Huk's case regarding her husband's death during treatment at the Odrex clinic, another medical examination has been ordered, this time in Lviv. Six years after the case began, the widow places great hopes on the results of the new examination.

Society • April 14, 09:13 AM • 26719 views
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New "Pryanik" mines in Kherson – how Russia is preparing to cover Ukrainian cities with explosives

Russians are using "Pryanik" anti-personnel mines for remote mining of cities. An expert warns about the threat of using drones for mining the rear.

Society • April 8, 01:48 PM • 32743 views
New international train from Ukraine to Bulgaria is planned to launch in early JunePhoto

The new train will run through Lviv, Chernivtsi, and Bucharest, with a travel time of up to 30 hours. The parties are negotiating preferential tariffs to reduce ticket prices.

Society • April 6, 10:22 AM • 10507 views
In Vinnytsia, a man attacked two TCR military personnel with a knife - recruitment center

In Vinnytsia, a military registration violator stabbed two TCC representatives during a document check. One victim is in intensive care.

Crimes and emergencies • April 4, 11:46 AM • 5809 views
Murder of a military TCC officer in Lviv – customs officer taken into custody without bail

Suspect Andriy Trush was remanded in custody for 60 days without bail. He inflicted fatal stab wounds on 52-year-old Olympian Oleh Avdieiev.

Crimes and emergencies • April 3, 04:18 PM • 6009 views
Car evacuation to become more expensive in Kyiv starting April 15

Private carriers will increase the minimum evacuation tariff to 1,680 hryvnias due to fuel prices. This decision will only affect gross violators of the rules.

Kyiv • April 3, 03:42 PM • 4783 views
Murder of a TCR serviceman in Lviv - customs officer charged with suspicionPhoto

The customs inspector inflicted fatal stab wounds to the serviceman's neck and chest. The suspect was detained after attempting to flee and faces severe punishment.

Crimes and emergencies • April 3, 11:36 AM • 65432 views
Tours to Turkey in 2026: how to get there and not overpay - an analysis from the TourPoisk travel agencyPhoto

Tours to Turkey in 2026: how to get there and not overpay - an analysis from the TourPoisk travel agency.

Business News • April 3, 10:51 AM • 15126 views
Ukrzaliznytsia changes routes and delays trains due to accident in Kharkiv region

Due to restoration work near Kolomak, trains from Kholm and Odesa are taking an alternative route. Delays for services to Kharkiv will be approximately two hours.

Society • April 3, 04:01 AM • 6454 views
Near Kolomak station, a truck collided with a passenger train, causing delays in Kharkiv region

A truck drove onto the tracks and damaged the locomotive of a train in the Kharkiv region. There were no casualties among passengers, and trains are being rerouted.

Society • April 2, 07:36 PM • 5914 views
The Ministry of Defense reacted to the murder in Lviv and stated that an attack on military personnel is an act against Ukraine

The Ministry of Defense promises inevitable punishment for the murder of a TCC employee. The agency announced rapid changes in the mobilization system due to the tragedy.

Society • April 2, 04:33 PM • 3556 views
The State Customs Service confirmed that its employee is suspected of murdering a TCC employee in Lviv

The State Customs Service confirmed the detention of its employee on suspicion of murdering a serviceman. The agency is cooperating with the investigation to clarify the events.

Society • April 2, 03:24 PM • 3682 views
Suspect in deadly attack on TCR serviceman in Lviv detained, perpetrator is customs inspector, motives being established - police

Police detained a customs officer for the murder of a serviceman during notification measures in Lviv. The victim sustained a neck injury and died in the hospital.

Society • April 2, 01:29 PM • 2997 views
Lviv TCC announced inevitable punishment after the murder of a serviceman

On Paton Street, an unknown assailant fatally wounded a TCC serviceman. Police are conducting a special operation; the attacker faces life imprisonment for murder.

Society • April 2, 01:23 PM • 3522 views
Police special operation was launched after the murder of a military TCR officer in Lviv - the attacker is being soughtPhoto

On Paton Street, an unknown assailant fatally wounded a TCR employee during notification activities. The police launched a special operation and opened a murder case.

Society • April 2, 12:29 PM • 2994 views
In Lviv, a TCR serviceman was fatally wounded in the neck, the attacker is being sought - RMA

In Lviv, a TCR serviceman died as a result of an attack due to a neck wound. Law enforcement officers are currently searching for the attacker to bring him to justice.

Society • April 2, 12:20 PM • 3425 views
Top 10 recreation spots in LvivPhoto

The selection of Lviv's best places includes historic parks, unusual museums, dungeons, and zoos. These locations are suitable for cultural and family leisure.

Society • April 1, 05:45 PM • 34233 views
Accused of Parubiy's murder remains in custody without bail

Mykhailo Stselnikov's arrest was extended until May 30, 2026. The defendant faces life imprisonment for the murder of a politician and treason.

Crimes and emergencies • April 1, 10:21 AM • 2887 views
Mass poisoning of children recorded in a kindergarten in Lviv region

In Sokal, eight children were hospitalized with acute intestinal infection of moderate severity. Specialists are conducting an investigation and checking the institution's staff.

Society • March 29, 03:22 PM • 7978 views
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 • 4045 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 • 5334 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 • 3470 views