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Written question asked by Tanmanjeet Singh Dhesi (Labour) on Monday, 13 May 2024, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 15 May 2024. It was answered by Nusrat Ghani (Conservative) on Monday, 20 May 2024 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.

Russia: Ukraine

Question

To ask the Deputy Foreign Secretary, whether his Department is taking steps to help support civilians fleeing from (a) Vovchansk and (b) other towns near Kharkiv in the context of recent attacks in that area.

Answer

We are deeply concerned about the current situation around Kharkiv and the ongoing attacks by Russia. UK partners on the ground are operating in this challenging context to provide support to displaced people and those affected near frontline areas, where humanitarian needs are already most severe and access to basic services is most constrained. To date, we have committed £357 million in humanitarian support to Ukraine and the region, which includes support to evacuate from frontline areas. Our partners are coordinating their efforts with the Government of Ukraine who are leading the response.

We will continue to monitor the situation around Kharkiv as it develops.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
25902
Session
2023-24
Subjects
Armed conflict Russia Ukraine
Link
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