Independence Day in Lviv, Ukraine

Children play in a fountain in front of Lviv Opera in the old town of Lviv, Ukraine as they celebrate Ukrainian Independence Day, as well as mark 6 month of war with Russia on August 24, 2022. Any large-scale celebration of Independence day was banned due to the fear of Russian bombardment. Ukrainians in Lviv celebrated the holiday having quiet walks, displaying their national symbols, and paying tribute to the fallen servicemen.