UN Pledges Continued Humanitarian Support to Ukraine as War Enters Fourth Year
January 14, 2025
The United Nations has pledged to continue providing humanitarian support to Ukraine as the war against Russia enters its fourth year. The announcement came during a high-level meeting in Kyiv, where UN officials met with Ukrainian government representatives and humanitarian workers.
Addressing the meeting, UN Secretary-General António Guterres said, “The people of Ukraine have suffered immensely during this conflict. Millions have been displaced, livelihoods have been destroyed, and the humanitarian needs are enormous.”
Guterres emphasized the UN’s commitment to providing assistance to those affected by the war. “We will continue to scale up our response, providing food, shelter, health care, and other essential services,” he said.
The UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) reported that over 8 million Ukrainians have fled the country since the start of the war. The agency is providing support to refugees in neighboring countries, including Poland, Romania, and Hungary.
The World Food Programme (WFP) is working to ensure that food aid reaches the most vulnerable populations in Ukraine. The agency has distributed food to over 5 million people since the beginning of the conflict.
The World Health Organization (WHO) is providing medical supplies and support to health care facilities in Ukraine. The agency has also deployed mobile health teams to reach people in remote areas.
Guterres called on the international community to increase its support for humanitarian operations in Ukraine. “The needs are immense, and we urgently require additional resources to meet them,” he said.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky thanked the UN for its ongoing support. “The UN’s humanitarian assistance has been a lifeline for the people of Ukraine,” he said.
Zelensky urged the international community to do more to end the war. “We need a just and lasting peace,” he said. “We call on Russia to withdraw its forces and respect Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.”
The UN has condemned Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and called for an immediate end to the hostilities. The Security Council has adopted several resolutions demanding a ceasefire and the withdrawal of Russian troops. However, Russia has vetoed all resolutions that would condemn its actions.
UN pledges continued humanitarian support to Ukraine, as war enters fourth year
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