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Deadly Lviv Explosions: Terrorist Attack Claims Officer's Life

2/22/2026

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On February 22, explosions in Lviv, Ukraine, killed a policewoman and injured at least 15, with authorities labeling the incident a "terrorist attack".
The blasts occurred as police responded to a report of a break-in at a store.
The first explosion struck when the initial patrol arrived.
Lviv Mayor Andriy Sadovyi confirmed the attack.
The investigation is underway and the perpetrators remain unknown.

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Story summary

On February 22, explosions in Lviv, Ukraine, killed a policewoman and injured at least 15, with authorities labeling the incident a "terrorist attack".
The blasts occurred as police responded to a report of a break-in at a store.
The first explosion struck when the initial patrol arrived.
Lviv Mayor Andriy Sadovyi confirmed the attack.
The investigation is underway and the perpetrators remain unknown.