Via a series of videos we hear the stories of some of the people of Ukraine whose lives changed overnight when Russia brutally attacked Ukraine on 24 February.
Some left behind their homes, family members, jobs, and headed towards the unknown; others decided to stay to defend their home, volunteering and rebuilding their country.
Videos
Testimonials from people fleeing Ukraine
As the war in Ukraine continues to rage, more and more people are being forced to flee their homes. Get to know some of their stories of bravery and resilience, as they talk about their journeys and some of the harrowing experiences they have had to live through.
5 March 2022 - Sima is from Odesa, Ukraine. She left with her child after the war erupted but her mother and brothers stayed behind. "I really want this to end."
12 March 2022 - Aliona waited until the very end to leave Ukraine, until her family convinced her to join them in Poland. She and her children are safe, but longing to return home.
Testimonials from Europeans supporting people fleeing the war
Everyone can play their part in helping those fleeing the invasion of Ukraine and every effort counts. From welcoming refugees at train stations, to driving them by car across the EU, see how Europeans are opening their hearts and their homes to offer a bit of warmth and kindness to people fleeing Ukraine.
15 March 2022 - Diana, who works for Moabit hilft in Berlin, tells us how the organisation helps Ukrainian refugees 
11 March 2022 - Antonio, an Italian journalist, tells us how he helped drive Ukrainian refugees to Italy 
11 March 2022 - Barbara, from Warsaw, Poland, tells us why she has taken in 3 Ukrainian women with kids to live with her 
10 March 2022 - Stéphane and Leah tell us why they have joined the group of volunteers who welcome and guide Ukrainian refugees at the Berlin central train station
Photos
Dorina, Romanian and Ukrainian speaker, travels 10km daily to Siret border point (Romania) to provide assistance to refugees. 
Budapest railways 
11-years old boy came from Ukraine with a phone number written on his hand and was promptly assisted by the volunteers. 
Polish mothers left strollers at a train station in Poland, for Ukrainian mothers who may need them when they arrive 
Ukrainian refugees crossing the Polish border 
Ukrainian refugees crossing the Polish border