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City in Lviv Oblast, Ukraine
Lviv is the fifth-largest city in Ukraine, as well as the largest city in the western part of the country, with a population of 723,403. It serves as the administrative center of Lviv Oblast and Lviv Raion, and is one of the main cultural centers of Ukraine. The city also hosts the administration of Lviv urban hromada. Lviv was named after Leo I of Galicia, the eldest son of Daniel, King of Ruthenia. During its history the city has had several names.
More on Wikipedia ↗Air defence forces destroyed a Russian jet-powered drone near Lviv on the morning of 10 October. Local authorities reported no casualties or damage.
Ukrainian Defense Minister Yevhen Khmara explained how the country is countering jet-powered drones and other aerial threats. According to him, air defense is based on a multi-layered system, since no single type of weapon can provide comprehensive air defense on its own.
On the night of October 12, Russia attacked Ukraine with a Kh-59 guided air-launched missile and 121 strike drones. Ukrainian air defense forces shot down or suppressed 89 drones, while impacts were recorded at 15 locations. This was reported by the Ukrainian Air Force. The attack began at around 6:00 p.m. on October…