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Poland braces for potential Ukrainian war refugees

15.02.2022 15:00
Poland is making preparations for potentially hundreds of thousands of people fleeing neighbouring Ukraine if a war with Russia breaks out.
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Marlena Maląg
Marlena MalągPR24/AK

Some towns are already listing places available and considering refugee shelters.

“Financial support, Polish-language courses and psychological assistance will be provided for people who arrive in Poland at this difficult time," said Social Policy Minister Marlena Maląg.

"We have to be prepared for a major crisis,” she added.

Michał Owczarek has the story...

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