How to help Ukrainians
Lydia Tkaczuk, president of the board of directors at the Ukrainian National Museum of Chicago, explains how Americans can help Ukrainians after Russia’s attack on the country.
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3 Ways to Help Ukraine, According to Ukraine Ambassador
Ukraine’s ambassador to the U.S. outlined 3 ways her country needs help right now:
1️⃣Crippling sanctions toward Russia
2️⃣Weapons & military assistance
3️⃣Humanitarian aid
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