Money seized for circumventing sanctions will go towards rehabilitation of Ukrainian veterans in Lviv

The project involves the renovation of a historic villa built in 1907, which will become a space for mental rehabilitation and art therapy. It will house rooms for individual and group sessions, a library for patients, and a café for relaxation.

The Lithuanian government is investing €620,000 in this phase. Of this amount, €167,000 comes from fines imposed on companies for violating EU sanctions against russia. This money will be used to fund mental health services for veterans and war victims. It is a symbolic and fair gesture.

"The money paid for circumventing sanctions against russia will go to support our veterans. This is symbolic and fair. Here in Lviv, our goal is not only to heal the body, but also to heal the soul. And the fact that Lithuania understands this is invaluable. This is more than financial support, it is a gesture of humanity. Thank you for your trust and partnership, which saves lives," said Lviv Mayor Andriy Sadovyi.

‘It is deeply symbolic and at the same time fair that the money paid for violating sanctions against russia will now go towards the recovery of Ukraine's defenders. Lithuania stands with Ukraine not only in words but also in concrete, effective steps,’ emphasised Kęstutis Mačėgola, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Lithuania.

In total, Lithuania has already allocated more than €5.6 million for the rehabilitation centre in Bryukhovychi. The new UNBROKEN centre building will be opened by the end of 2025. Once the project is completed, up to 120 patients — military personnel and civilians who have suffered as a result of Russian aggression — will be able to undergo rehabilitation here at the same time.

The project is being implemented in cooperation with the Lviv City Council, the Lithuanian Central Project Management Agency (CPVA), and the Lithuanian furniture manufacturer Narbutas, which will provide all the equipment for the premises.

Source: Lviv City Council