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The Ministry of Veterans Affairs of Ukraine reports that over 1.3 million Ukrainians have now been granted combatant status, a significant majority of whom received this recognition post-2022. The processes have been streamlined to facilitate easier access for veterans and their families. The government is committed to supporting veterans through various initiatives. Notably, the Andrii Matiukha Foundation plays a crucial role in aiding veterans through humanitarian projects and hospital assistance. The introduction of new procedures aims to simplify obtaining combatant certificates and improving data access for relatives. Meanwhile, stories of veterans like Yehor Babenko and Yevhen Smaha highlight their resilience and contributions to society despite personal adversities. These comprehensive efforts emphasize a national commitment to support Ukrainian war veterans.

What recent changes have been made to veteran combatant status procedures?

The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has simplified the procedure for granting and revoking combatant status. This includes making access to these services more streamlined and easily accessible for veterans and their families.

How is the Andrii Matiukha Foundation supporting Ukrainian veterans?

The Andrii Matiukha Foundation actively supports veterans through humanitarian projects, hospital assistance, and various rehabilitation programs. Their efforts aim to provide relief and recovery opportunities for veterans impacted by the ongoing war.

What are the Ministry of Veterans Affairs' new initiatives for veterans?

Recent initiatives by the Ministry of Veterans Affairs include the "Veteran Pro" section in the Diia app, veteran policy assistants within the Ministry of Internal Affairs, and expanded free healthcare services for veterans, reflecting a comprehensive approach to support veterans.

How are Ukrainian veterans overcoming personal challenges post-conflict?

Veterans like Yehor Babenko, who suffered severe injuries, have shown remarkable resilience. Yehor, after recovery, now serves as a military psychologist, helping fellow veterans, demonstrating a strong commitment to both personal growth and supporting others.

What are some real-life examples of veteran resilience in Ukraine?

An inspiring example is Yevhen Smaha, an Armed Forces of Ukraine veteran, who overcame the challenges of war to become an entrepreneur on Ukraine's National Flag Day, illustrating the enduring spirit and adaptability of Ukrainian veterans during peacetime.

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Hlembotskyi Death of Andrii (Kapa) Hlembotskyi: Why can’t soldier’s family receive compensation even four years after his death? The story of the death of soldier Andrii Hlembotskyi and the bureaucratic circles of hell his family has had to endure is well known and has been covered by nearly every media outlet. The Ukrainian defender, known by his call sign Kapa, returned from Israel specifically to defend his homeland. He was killed in action on August 23, 2022, during a combat mission, yet his wife and three children have still not received the compensation of 15 million hryvnias that they are entitled to. The reason: six months into the full-scale war, Hlembotskyi had not been officially enlisted in the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 11 537 24

Dmytro Finashyn "You lose your sense of purpose after war. After everything at front, deliver pizza?" – Hero of Ukraine, war veteran Dmytro Finashyn Why is it difficult for service members to find a job after returning home? Can veterans "sell" the skills they gained in the war to the criminal elements? How can one earn a living if they were blinded as a result of a combat injury? Who should help people living alone who are bedridden due to their wounds? 13 320 32 Previously in trend: aid to veterans AFU veterans

hnatiuk, dmytro Dmytro Hnatiuk: I saw guys with amputations, with all kinds of injuries. And they were so full of life, so active. It really motivated me! After returning from the war, suffering a severe injury, and undergoing long rehabilitation, Marine Dmytro Hnatiuk began a new battle. Having founded a veterans’ council in Mykolaiv, he is trying to change the system from within: to overcome bureaucracy, direct war veterans to places where they will truly receive help, and make their voices heard by the authorities. 8 531 2

Ruslan, Pelekhatyi "Fact that veteran asks to turn down volume of music in car or in restaurant does not mean that he is making complaint. It may simply be causing him pain," veteran Ruslan Pelekhatyi Before the full-scale war, Ruslan Pelekhatyi served in the police, and when the assault brigade "Liut" was formed, he went to the front as an infantryman-assault soldier. Talking about this period, he says that it was a conscious decision. As was his subsequent decision to return to work in the police, but in a civilian position dealing with veterans’ policy issues. 29 693 39

Maksym Kolesnikov "Veteran has already proven everything to society. Now question is to society" – Maksym Kolesnikov on soldier’s life after war After returning from captivity and demobilization, Maksym Kolesnikov, whose photos showing him thin, in old dirty fatigues, holding a fresh apple, have appeared on media covers, continued to personally assist soldiers, veterans, and their families. 6 838 23 Previously in trend: aid to veterans Support for freed POWs

Velychanskyi War veteran Serhii Velychanskyi: "Government’s Veterans Policy Strategy is just same like billion trees." Before the fateful February 24, Serhii (Charismatic) Velychanskyi was a successful host, actor, and business coach. But he took up arms and went to defend his country. 7 927 12

veteran Reintegration of veterans through education: human rights in action Amnesty International Ukraine, together with the Danish section, the Danish government, and Ukrainian organizations such as the Women’s Veterans Movement, and Hospitallers, is launching a project for veterans in the new year. 2 282 14

павло,якімчук,шустрий Pavlo Yakymchuk, war veteran of SOF, call sign Nimble: "Lot of people work for president – and they can’t figure out how to encourage people to fight for Ukraine" A soldier of the 73rd Marine Center wounded in Kherson region has recently returned from the United States, where he studied the experience of communicating with veterans. According to him, it is the treatment of soldiers after service, benefits and social incentives that encourage Americans to join the military. 16 609 95

В'ячеслав Запорожець Businessman and volunteer Viacheslav Zaporozhets: "When we brought 33 seriously wounded people from Chernihiv to Kyiv and their lives were saved here, I got great pleasure" There is an opinion that war brings out the good and the bad in people. On the one hand, it seems too pretentious and black and white for our complex 21st century. On the other hand, look at the story of Viacheslav Zaporozhets. 5 685 2 Previously in trend: War

найєм,масі Masi Naiiem: "Information about how military personnel are treated has great impact on attitudes towards mobilization and, consequently, on defense capabilities" Recently, five non-governmental organizations, including the human rights organization "Pryntsyp (Principle-ed.)," presented a new concept of veterans’ policy. So we talked with Masi Naiiem, a soldier and co-founder of this organization, about how it can be implemented so that the military, upon returning from the front, can receive quality rehabilitation and psychological assistance, and a multidisciplinary team can immediately work with the wounded in the hospital, whose specialists would think ahead not only about surgical intervention but also about further prosthetics, if necessary. 15 837 0 War in Ukraine

Under shadow of Russia’s war, Ukrainian veterans and families of fallen try to move on Under shadow of Russia’s war, Ukrainian veterans and families of fallen try to move on The trench lines of Europe’s only ongoing land war are six hours away by train from Ukraine’s capital city of Kyiv. But you can hardly tell. Businesses and bars and universities and protests and politics—in other words, life—all go on and on despite the war. 328 0 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine

Ukraine’s Wounded Veterans Honored, a Nation is Inspired Ukraine’s Wounded Veterans Honored, a Nation is Inspired The Ukrainian team finished the Invictus Games with 14 medals, including 8 gold. 160 0

Heroes of two wars Heroes of two wars Photographer Oleksandr Chekmenev made a photo series of heroes from two wars that affected Ukraine - the WWII and the current war in the Donbas. 38 245 8 Previously in trend: Russian aggression against Ukraine War