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Ukraine Situation: UNHCR Operational Update, 1 - 21 May 2015 [EN/UK]

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HIGHLIGHTS

  • Situational overview: The overall security situation is critical. Fighting has steadily intensified during the reporting period, though with no change to the line of contact. Continued diplomatic efforts are underway towards a political solution to the conflict.

  • Protection concerns: Freedom of movement across the line of contact remains a key concern. Recent issues reported by IDPs include a lack of information on the renewal of government financial assistance and the address verification process.

  • Legislation update: Draft law no. 2166 on the Introduction of Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of Ukraine to strengthen the guarantees of the rights and freedoms of IDPs was adopted for first reading by Parliament.

  • Assistance provided: Since 30 April, UNHCR provided non food items (NFIs) to 6,300 people in non-government controlled areas. UNHCR delivered a further 300 NFI sets to people in government controlled areas. Implementing partner People in Need distributed UNHCR shelter material to 22 households.