EU Humanitarian Aid | European Neighbourhood 🇪🇺

Updates on EU-funded humanitarian projects in Ukraine, Türkiye, Western Balkans and South Caucasus from @eu_echo's regional team.

[EU Humanitarian Aid | European Neighbourhood 🇪🇺 @echo_Europe]

Information can change everything for people forced to flee.

With EU 🇪🇺 support, @IOMMoldova helps vulnerable refugees in Moldova 🇲🇩 access trusted information, protection services, and the support they need to rebuild their lives after fleeing Russia's war in Ukraine 🇺🇦.

[EU Humanitarian Aid | European Neighbourhood 🇪🇺 @echo_Europe]

In the middle of the scorched landscape, a frightened young roe deer could no longer run. Ukrainian rescuers from @SESU_UA 🇺🇦 gently carried it to safety🧑‍🚒.

Even while battling deadly wildfires in France🇫🇷, they never stop saving lives🫂.

[Hadja Lahbib @hadjalahbib]

Another night. More lives shattered. In Kyiv & the surrounding region, at least 17 civilians were killed in Russian attacks. More than 44 injured

Behind every number is a family, a future changed forever. We stand with the people of 🇺🇦 & demand accountability. IHL must be upheld

[EU Humanitarian Aid | European Neighbourhood 🇪🇺 @echo_Europe]

Watch this📽️

6 y.o Veronika from Sumy struggles to sleep as constant attacks and air-raid sirens fuel her anxiety.

The EU @eu_echo & @UNICEF_UA are helping children like Veronika and their families access the psychological support they need to heal and regain a sense of safety.

[Maciej Popowski @MPopowskiEU]

A huge thank you to the heroes without weapons – @SESU_UA rescuers who travelled to France to support the fight against the blaze. It makes me proud to see such #EUsolidarity in action. Ваша відвага, солідарність і професіоналізм є прикладом для всіх нас. 🇺🇦🇫🇷🇪🇺

[EU Humanitarian Aid | European Neighbourhood 🇪🇺 @echo_Europe]

Thank you, Ukraine! 🇺🇦🇪🇺🇫🇷

[DSNS.GOV.UA @SESU_UA]

Our firefighters have been assisting their French colleagues for several days in extinguishing large-scale wildfires. During their transit to the assignment site, local residents greeted the column of SESU specialists with applause, heartfelt handshakes, and words of gratitude!

[EU Humanitarian Aid | European Neighbourhood 🇪🇺 @echo_Europe]

'After coming here, I started to feel stronger,' Sidra, a Syrian woman says.

She gained skills, confidence, and a path toward independence thanks to the community center co-funded by the EU @eu_echo and @BMZ_Bund.

From computer training to sewing, she builds her future.

[EU Humanitarian Aid | European Neighbourhood 🇪🇺 @echo_Europe]

Humanitarian aid saves lives. It should never be attacked.

[UNHCR Ukraine @UNHCRUkraine]

Yesterday, 🇷🇺 attack destroyed @MissionProliska warehouse & office in Pavlohrad, Dnipropetrovsk region 🇺🇦, impacting humanitarian assistance & emergency shelter stocks for war-affected people.

UNHCR & partners continue delivering vital support despite relentless challenges.

[EU Civil Protection & Humanitarian Aid 🇪🇺 @eu_echo]

🇺🇦🤝🇫🇷 @SESU_UA teams are supporting France in battling large-scale wildfires.

For the first time ever, Ukraine has deployed a team under the #EUCivilProtection Mechanism to assist an EU Member State.

🇪🇺 ❤️This is #EUsolidarity in action.

[EU Humanitarian Aid | European Neighbourhood 🇪🇺 @echo_Europe]

Hospitals can't stop when war strikes.

📽️Watch how, with EU support, @WHOUkraine is helping strengthen water systems in Ukrainian hospitals, ensuring patients and medical staff have access to safe water and essential healthcare services.
#StandWithUkraine

[Ursula von der Leyen @vonderleyen]

For the first time ever, Ukraine is joining the 🇪🇺 Civil Protection Mechanism as a provider of assistance.

A 70-member Ukrainian firefighting team is on its way to France to help battle the wildfires.

While defending itself against Russia's war of aggression, Ukraine is also helping protect lives across Europe.

This is European solidarity.

Every day, Ukraine shows it belongs in our Union.

[Hadja Lahbib @hadjalahbib]

For the first time, Ukraine is deploying assistance to the EU through the #EUCivilProtection Mechanism to support France's response to devastating wildfires.

This deployment reflects the strength of our cooperation and European solidarity. Stronger together 🇺🇦🇫🇷🇪🇺

[EU Humanitarian Aid | European Neighbourhood 🇪🇺 @echo_Europe]

"We stay strong together, united."

After fleeing Russia's war in Ukraine, Anastasia found vital support in Moldova through @IOMMoldova's Mobile Protection Team, funded by the EU @eu_echo. Now, she’s giving back as a community volunteer.

Watch her story📽️👇.

[EU Humanitarian Aid | European Neighbourhood 🇪🇺 @echo_Europe]

Preparing homes for winter starts long before the cold arrives.🏠❄️

In the Sumy region🇺🇦, the EU 🇪🇺 & @DRCinUA are helping displaced families make their homes warmer through roof repairs and attic insulation, giving them a safer, more comfortable place to live during the winter.

[EU Humanitarian Aid | European Neighbourhood 🇪🇺 @echo_Europe]

For Jumana, hot water brings more than comfort. It helps care for his sons with disabilities safely and with dignity.

Thanks to the EU @eu_echo, @IOMTurkiye helps improve living conditions for vulnerable families with proper water & hygiene facilities.

[EU Humanitarian Aid | European Neighbourhood 🇪🇺 @echo_Europe]

On Ukraine's Medical Workers' Day👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️, we honour the dedication of healthcare professionals who continue to save lives despite Russia's brutal war.

Watch how, together with @WHOUkraine, the EU🇪🇺 supports specialised training to strengthen their skills & improve patient safety🏥.

[EU Humanitarian Aid | European Neighbourhood 🇪🇺 @echo_Europe]

"For me, the happiest moments are when I see my children are happy.”

When Kristina fled 🇺🇦 with her four children, she expected to stay in 🇲🇩 for just two weeks.

Today, with the support of local communities, the EU🇪🇺 and @Refugees, her family is building a new life in safety.

[EU Humanitarian Aid | European Neighbourhood 🇪🇺 @echo_Europe]

When humanitarian aid is targeted, civilians who need it most pay the price.

This @UNHCRUkraine warehouse in Dnipro once stored life-saving relief. Russia reduced it to rubble.

But not our commitment. The EU #StandWithUkraine and the humanitarians helping its brave people.

[UNICEF Ukraine @UNICEF_UA]

🇪🇺 Ambassador to Ukraine @kmathernova visited one of #Kharkiv's metro schools, where children can continue learning safely.

With support from the European Union, we work with local authorities to help ensure safe learning, catch-up classes & psychosocial support #ForEveryChild.

[UNHCR Ukraine @UNHCRUkraine]

EU Ambassador to Ukraine @kmathernova visited the UNHCR-supported Transit Centre in Kharkiv, meeting evacuees from frontline areas. 🇪🇺🤝🇺🇦Thanks to the support of European Union UNHCR and partners continue to provide vital assistance to people forced to flee across Ukraine.