Video: Deadly ‘terrorist attack’ in Ukraine’s Lviv
Al Jazeera
February 22, 2026
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Two explosions occurred in Lviv, Ukraine, as police responded to an emergency at a local store. The blasts resulted in several injuries, including Ukrainian police officers and store employees. Authorities are treating the incident as a potential terrorist attack, having discovered explosive materials at the scene. Lviv's location near Poland has drawn international attention, as it is a key gateway between Ukraine and the European Union.
The explosions occurred during a routine police response to an emergency call at the store. Emergency services quickly arrived but were met with two powerful blasts, which caused significant damage and injuries. The injured individuals were promptly taken to nearby hospitals for treatment, with some reported to be in serious condition. Ukrainian officials
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Originally published on Al Jazeera on 2/22/2026