Together, they discussed assistance for residents of Donetsk region during relocation.
The participants reviewed successful examples of timely evacuations as well as the challenges faced in active combat zones. They also talked about available resources and ways to expand them in order to save more lives.
“Today, this is the most important issue. The enemy destroys our cities and villages every day. Unable to break through the front line, it directs its aggression against civilians.
Our shared task — for authorities and volunteers — is to save as many lives as possible. We exchanged real cases we have experienced over the years. I know how difficult the work of people like Denys and the ‘White Angels’ is. At the beginning of the invasion, I personally took part in evacuating people from Volnovakha, so I understand their challenges and needs well.
We have developed a shared vision for cooperation: to focus all efforts on working with people — both in frontline communities and during relocation. We must strengthen support from authorities and ensure people are informed about all opportunities available in safer regions.
I would also like to express my gratitude to Denys Khrystov, the ‘White Angels,’ the State Emergency Service of Ukraine, and all volunteers who save lives every day. Their courage and self-sacrifice are an example for all of us.
We continue our work — for the sake of people and for the sake of Donetsk region,” Vadym Filashkin emphasized.