Germany To Render Assistance To Ukrainian Refugees

The German Government has decided to render assistance to Ukrainians leaving  their country following the invasion of Russia into Ukraine.

Ukrainians are fleeing the conflict their country in the hundreds of thousands, and many do not wish to stay in neighbouring countries such as Hungary or Poland.

About 5,000 have made their way to Germany so far, according to official figures.

The actual number to have reached Germany is thought to be higher, as there are no restrictions on travel or border checks between Poland and Germany.

Refugees who travelled further west to Frankfurt’s main train station were met on Tuesday by charity workers as well as staff from the local health and social welfare authorities and police.

Accommodation have also been provide in several German cities.

In Berlin, according to Social Affairs Senator Katja Kipping, new accommodation is to be set up in the course of the week.

In Schwerin in the North-East, Ukrainian women and children are being accommodated in a youth hostel.

Men of fighting age have been forbidden from leaving Ukraine.