Ukraine: The latest reports and statistics of refugees

Alongside the harrowing images coming out of Bucha this week, news that the number of internally displaced people in Ukraine has leapt to more than 7 million paints a dismal picture of the spiralling situation in the east of the country.

 There is no doubt civilians are under attack. The Continued violence against health care facilities, with over 85 destroyed or damaged as well as schools and homes destroyed, it seems there is no safe place for Ukraine's population to take shelter with. 

As people attempt the dangerous journey west, pressure will mount on the already fragile systems and infrastructure in cities now hosting growing populations. The humanitarian needs across Ukraine are immense; the IRC is calling for an immediate ceasefire and an end to this senseless violence.

The escalation of conflict in Ukraine has caused civilian casualties and destruction of civilian infrastructure, forcing people to flee their homes seeking safety, protection and assistance. In the first five weeks, more than 4 million refugees from Ukraine crossed borders into neighbouring countries, and many more have been forced to move inside the country.

They are in need of protection and support. In light of the emergency and the scale of humanitarian needs of refugees from Ukraine, an inter-agency regional refugee response is being carried out, in support of the efforts of refugee-hosting countries.

It also prioritizes the provision of critical protection services and humanitarian assistance, as displacement and needs continue to grow exponentially.

 

_{Source and Credit: UN, UNHCR}