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General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Operational information as of 06.00 March 24 The twenty-ninth day of Ukrainian people’s heroic resistance of the Russianmilitary invasion has begun.The Defence Forces continues to conduct a defence operation in the Eastern,Southeastern and Northeastern directions.The enemy did not succeed in any of them.Groups of troops deter the enemy in these

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WAR BULLETIN

March 24, 6.30 pm EST President Zelenskyy: The threat of large-scale use of chemical weapons by Russia onthe territory of Ukraine is quite real.A.Yermak: Ukraine wants the State of Israel to be one of the guarantors of a majorinternational treaty that would provide clear security guarantees for our country after

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WAR BULLETIN

March 23, 10.30 EST President V.Zelenskyy: About 9 million Ukrainians were forced to leave their homes, their native places, fleeing from Russian troops. Chernobyl NPP facilities in the exclusion zone have been under the control of the aggressor, which leads to a deterioration of the radiation situation and contributes to

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Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment 

Mason Clark, George Barros, and Kateryna StepanenkoMarch 22, 6:00 pm ET Russian forces did not make any major advances on March 22 and Ukrainian forces conducted local counterattacks northwest of Kyiv and around Mykolayiv. Russian forces around Kyiv and other major cities are increasingly prioritizing long-range bombardment after the failure of

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WAR BULLETIN

March 21, 10.00 EST The accident on ammonia emissions in Sumy after Russian shelling on chemical plant caused gas leak. Ukrainians in Kherson keep protesting against Russian invaders; they forced two huge Russian trucks to retreat simply by their peaceful pressure. Ukrainians in Energodar hold a peaceful protest demanding to

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WAR BULLETIN 48

March 20, 3.00 pm EST Russian forces have damaged around 60 houses, 6 schools and 4 kindergartens in Kyiv since the invasion began. 228 people were killed, including 4 children with 912 people were wounded, including 16 children. Russian artillery continues to hit residential areas in Kharkiv. Almost 600 high-rise

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Russia Claims Military Advances in Donbass

(Briefing by Russian Defence Ministry)The Armed Forces of the Russian Federation continue the special military operation.The grouping of troops of the Lugansk People’s Republic with the fire support of theRussian Armed Forces liberated more than 90 percent of the territory of the republic.Currently, the units of the Lugansk People’s Republic

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March 24, 2022

General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Ukraine Defense Ministry

Operational information as of 06.00 March 24

The twenty-ninth day of Ukrainian people’s heroic resistance of the Russian
military invasion has begun.
The Defence Forces continues to conduct a defence operation in the Eastern,
Southeastern and Northeastern directions.
The enemy did not succeed in any of them.
Groups of troops deter the enemy in these areas, conduct a stabilization
operation and perform territorial defence tasks.
Enemy aircraft continue to be active, striking from the air, and more than 250
aircraft flights have been recorded in the last 24 hours (60 more than on
March 22). The enemy’s main targets remain military and civilian
infrastructure in Kyiv, Chernihiv and Kharkiv oblasts.
The Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine repulses concentrated missile
and air strikes and air attacks of the enemy, air cover of important objects of
Ukraine and groups of troops. For the previous day, 11 enemy air targets were
hit (7 aircraft, 1 UAV, 1 helicopter and 2 cruise missiles.) Information about
their final downing is being clarified.
In the temporarily occupied territories of Kherson region, in connection with
peaceful protests against the occupation, the enemy resorted to terror of the
local population, actively using rosguard units to prevent these actions of civil
disobedience to the occupation authorities.
The enemy continues to lose manpower and equipment in all directions. Total
resistance of the Ukrainian people continues.
Let’s win together! Glory to Ukraine!

Government Office for Coordination of European
and Euro-Atlantic Integration

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Wilson Center

Forced displacement represents one of the most pressing humanitarian issues of our time. Individuals and families, torn from the fabric of their communities, find themselves navigating a world of uncertainty, often without basic necessities or a clear path to safety. There are currently some 110 million forced displaced, and this number is growing by 10 million each year!

At the heart of this crisis are the political triggers. Armed conflicts, ethnic or religious persecutions, and systemic human rights abuses force millions to flee their homes in terror. Many are displaced within their own national boundaries, while others seek asylum abroad. If these factors change as a result of political shifts at home or the pressures from abroad, they can return to their homes. Forced displacement is thus different from environmentally driven displacement, as victims of climate change may never be able to return to their homes.

The ramifications of any sort of displacement are profound, not just for those directly affected, but also for host communities and countries. Overburdened infrastructures, socio-economic strains, and cultural tensions can arise, necessitating comprehensive strategies to foster harmony and integration. Yet the root causes of forced displacement can be remedied with a concerted focus by local players and international diplomacy.

Organizations like Refugees International play a crucial role in this arena, advocating for the rights and needs of the displaced, conducting on-the-ground assessments, and influencing policymakers to take informed actions. Their relentless work underscores the gravity of the situation and the urgency ofinternational cooperation. But they, too, are overwhelmed by the rapid expansion of the crisis.

International Humanitarian Law (IHL), with its core principles centered on the protection of civilians during conflicts, plays a pivotal role in this discourse. Yet, despite clear legal frameworks, compliance remains
inconsistent. This initiative emphasizes the importance of upholding and reinforcing these international standards.

It’s not just about recognizing the problem; it’s about active engagement. We urge governments, organizations, and individuals to prioritize the rights and needs of the forced displaced. Through collective efforts, informed policies, and sustained advocacy, we can shift the narrative from passive acknowledgment to proactive intervention.