Ukraine: €13 million in humanitarian aid for conflict-affected population

As the conflict in eastern Ukraine enters its seventh year, the European Commission announces €13 million to support the most vulnerable people affected by the ongoing hostilities. At the same time, EU-funded humanitarian projects will also help address the coronavirus outbreak.

Janez Lenarčič, Commissioner for Crisis Management, said: “The European Union stands in full solidarity with the people in eastern Ukraine. EU aid helps vulnerable people who are exhausted by six years of conflict reach basic services, such as health and water. Access to such services is even more important in the face of the coronavirus outbreak. The EU supports people in need on both sides of the contact line.”

Humanitarian needs in eastern Ukraine continue to rise. The funding announced will help repair buildings damaged by the conflict, such as schools and health facilities, and provide basic needs, such as education and water.

All EU humanitarian assistance is channelled via UN agencies, NGOs, and the International Committee of the Red Cross. The EU consistently calls for unimpeded access for the humanitarian organisations providing support on the ground to the non-government-controlled areas.

Original source: European Commission
Published on 16 April 2020