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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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A unique Ukrainian exhibition "In the Eye of the Storm. Modernism in Ukraine"

The exhibition will present modernist art movements in Ukraine in the early 20th century through masterpieces from Kyiv, Lviv, and Kharkiv museums.

Culture • February 25, 03:10 AM • 33702 views
Ukraine has survived: two years ago, Russia launched a full-scale war against our country

On the morning of February 24, 2022, some Ukrainians woke up to shots and the roar of tanks, others to explosions and air raid sirens, and others were woken up by calls and messages: war had broken out.

Society • February 24, 03:53 AM • 109603 views
An accident involving a truck and a minibus occurred in the Lviv region: there are victims

The accident occurred near the village of Staryi Yarychiv on the Kyiv - Chop highway, there are some injured.

Crimes and emergencies • February 23, 07:34 PM • 43154 views
With the participation of experts and farmers: Lubinets offers an urgent discussion on the situation on the Polish border

Lubinets initiated an urgent expert discussion involving experts from both sides, including representatives of agricultural enterprises, in the presence of the two ombudsmen: Ukraine and Poland.

Society • February 23, 04:17 PM • 27158 views
The Ministry of Defense explained how recruitment differs from mobilization and what are its advantages

A representative of the Ministry of Defense explained the recruitment process for the Armed Forces of Ukraine, in particular, how long it takes to be appointed to a unit after submitting a resume.

Society • February 23, 02:44 PM • 26981 views
Umerov and Syrsky visit Ukraine's first recruitment center for the Defense Forces

The Minister of Defense of Ukraine and the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine visited the first recruitment center in Lviv to learn about its first achievements and challenges.

Society • February 23, 02:28 PM • 25492 views
A group of ministers led by Prime Minister Shmyhal will be on the border with Poland today - Zelenskyy

Ukraine's Prime Minister and relevant ministers will visit the border with Poland today to resolve the export blockade, although it is unclear whether Polish officials will be present.

War in Ukraine • February 23, 02:27 PM • 18938 views
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The number of animal rabies cases has doubled in Ukraine: State Service of Ukraine on Food Safety and Consumer Protection names reasons and rules of behavior with rabid animals

Due to martial law restricting oral rabies vaccination of wild animals and immunization of domestic animals, Ukraine saw a 2. 3-fold increase in rabies cases among animals in 2023 compared to 2022.

Society • February 23, 01:43 PM • 233129 views
Zelensky on security agreement with Denmark: will support efforts to ensure F-16 capabilities

Denmark and Ukraine sign an agreement that confirms Denmark's long-term military and financial support for Ukraine, including at least €1. 8 billion in aid and Danish support for Ukraine's air force as part of an aviation coalition.

War in Ukraine • February 23, 01:10 PM • 25014 views
Ministry of Agrarian Policy: long-term blocking of the border is "a loss for both countries"

Blocking the Polish-Ukrainian border is not an economic issue, but rather the interests of certain groups. The Ukrainian side is ready for a dialogue with the Polish side, as the long-term blocking of the border "means losses for both countries.

Economy • February 23, 12:49 PM • 24379 views
About 90% of Ukrainian wheat exported to the EU via the Black Sea in January - Shmyhal

According to Ukraine's Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal, in January 2024, 88% of Ukraine's wheat exports went to the EU via the Black Sea.

Economy • February 23, 12:05 PM • 24460 views
The Government has resolved the issue of allocating funds for the construction of the National Military Cemetery

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the procedure for allocating UAH 515 million from the state budget for the construction and operation of the National Military Memorial Cemetery this year.

Society • February 23, 11:38 AM • 25570 views
Ukraine to open new border crossing point with Hungary: government approves decision

The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has decided to open a new checkpoint on the border with Hungary called Velyka Palad-Nagyhodos and expand the operation of the existing checkpoint to increase border and trade capacity.

Economy • February 23, 11:15 AM • 23541 views
The government approved the amount of pension increase from March 1: what to expect

The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has decided to increase pensions by almost 8% starting March 1, 2022.

Society • February 23, 10:57 AM • 26684 views
Zelenskyy in Lviv: met with Danish Prime Minister and honored the memory of fallen Ukrainian defenders

President Zelenskyy and Prime Minister of Denmark Mette Frederiksen honored the memory of fallen Ukrainian defenders at Lychakiv Cemetery in Lviv.

War in Ukraine • February 23, 10:49 AM • 28542 views
The Cabinet of Ministers meets in Lviv region amid a border blockade: Shmyhal ready for "reasonable compromises" with Warsaw

The Ukrainian government convened for a retreat in Lviv region to address the blockade on the Polish border and to agree on opening a new border crossing point with Hungary and expanding the existing one to facilitate border traffic.

Economy • February 23, 10:34 AM • 23630 views
Lviv resident sentenced to 8 years for attempted murder, hooliganism and car theft

A Lviv court sentenced a 37-year-old man to 8 years in prison for attempted murder, hooliganism, and illegal car ownership after he shot two people.

Crimes and emergencies • February 23, 04:59 AM • 32468 views
Court leaves Igor Hrynkevych in custody

The Kyiv Court of Appeal upheld the decision to keep Lviv businessman Ihor Hrynkevych in custody on charges of attempting to bribe a State Bureau of Investigation officer.

Crimes and emergencies • February 22, 04:39 PM • 22494 views
Aviation bombs dropped by the occupiers near private buildings in Kharkiv region have been neutralized by sappers

Sappers of the State Emergency Service destroyed two unexploded aircraft bombs that were dropped near civilian buildings in Kharkiv region.

War in Ukraine • February 22, 03:15 PM • 25183 views
Russians attack Beryslav in Kherson region with a drone: one wounded

Russian troops dropped explosives from a drone on Beryslav, Kherson region, wounding a 49-year-old man.

War in Ukraine • February 22, 12:48 PM • 23824 views
Two men who beat a serviceman detained in Transcarpathia

Two men, aged 51 and 39, were charged with hooliganism for beating a soldier in Mukachevo. The men face up to 4 years in prison.

Crimes and emergencies • February 22, 12:24 PM • 23021 views
Two employees of TCR in Lviv region to be tried for torture and detention of men in military commissariat

Two Ukrainian military officers will stand trial for torturing and illegally detaining four men who were trying to cross the border.

Crimes and emergencies • February 22, 10:38 AM • 68730 views
In Lviv region, developers are illegally draining the lake in order not to flood cottages - Sadovyi

Developers have illegally lowered the water level in a lake near Bryukhovychi in Lviv Oblast to avoid flooding newly built cottages on recreational land.

Society • February 22, 10:07 AM • 29569 views
Experts explain why Odesa region has become a favorite destination for international delegations

The Odesa region has become a favorite destination for international delegations due to its well-developed infrastructure for receiving foreign guests, economic and historical significance, and representation of the interests of various countries in the Black Sea region.

Society • February 22, 08:55 AM • 25604 views
Occupants shelled a village in Kherson region in the morning: one killed

On the morning of February 22, a 59-year-old local resident died as a result of Russian shelling of a residential building in the village of Lvov, Kherson region.

War in Ukraine • February 22, 08:44 AM • 23636 views
International Day of Boy Scouts and Founders of Scouting. What else can be celebrated on February 22

Today, on February 22, everyone involved in the scouting movement in many countries around the world is joining the International Boy Scout Day and the Scouting Founders Day. The founder of the scouting movement, which quickly became incredibly popular in many countries, was British Colonel Robert Baden-Powell.

UNN Lite • February 22, 04:09 AM • 25754 views
More than a third of Ukrainian vocational schools have applied for projects to transform learning spaces

More than a third of Ukraine's vocational schools have applied to participate in the state program to repair classrooms and upgrade equipment.

Society • February 21, 02:29 PM • 37280 views
"Shame and disgrace": Polish Consul General in Lviv apologizes to Ukraine for farmers' protests on the border

The Consul General of Poland in Lviv condemned the actions of Polish farmers who blocked the border with Ukraine and apologized to Ukraine for the farmers' actions.

Society • February 21, 11:23 AM • 29942 views
Stepan Khmara, a fighter for Ukraine's independence, dies

Former Soviet political prisoner and fighter for Ukrainian independence Stepan Khmara has died at the age of 86.

Society • February 21, 11:15 AM • 23527 views
SBU dismantles five more conscription evasion schemes: detainees from Poltava region

Law enforcement officers uncovered five more schemes that helped men evade conscription and illegally leave Ukraine, detaining the organizers in different regions.

Crimes and emergencies • February 21, 10:28 AM • 27614 views