Larysa Nіtsоy: Lviv has lost its status as a Ukrainian-speaking city.

According to ТСН: Famous Ukrainian author Larysa Nіtsоy harshly commented on the language situation in Lviv, stating that the city has 'already lost its status as a Ukrainian-speaking city.'

'Well, Lviv, excuse me, Lviv has unfortunately already lost its status as a Ukrainian-speaking city. You are no longer a Ukrainian-speaking city, I'm sorry. Lutsk is Ukrainian-speaking, Ternopil is Ukrainian-speaking, well, to some extent. Lutsk seems to be the most Ukrainian-speaking of them all right now. And Lviv is no longer, that's it. Lviv, like Kyiv,' Nіtsоy stated.

According to her, the Russian language has advantages in the public space of Lviv, especially among the youth.

'Everywhere you go, you hear the Muscovite language. You come to school, children speak in Muscovite among themselves during breaks. Lviv has already overslept its Ukrainian-speaking status,' Larysa Nіtsоy pointed out.

Interestingly, a recent controversial incident occurred in the Finnish city of Espoo, where an 11-year-old student of Ukrainian descent was forced to perform the song 'Kalinka' during music class.

Also in Australia, students had their exam canceled due to 'historical confusion.'

Larysa Nіtsоy's statement sparked lively discussions. She is concerned about the language situation in Lviv, which, in her opinion, is gradually changing. Such comments highlight the importance of supporting the Ukrainian language in cultural and public life, as the city should set an example for other Ukrainian regions. Every case related to language traditions is important because it is part of our identity.