Ukrainian war orphans' long road to healing: 'We don't talk to him about his parents' death. We wait for him to ask questions'

Margo, a seven-year-old girl from Mariupol, survived a bombing that killed her father and brother during the Russian invasion of Ukraine. After being rescued, she and her mother faced a long journey through hospitals before reuniting in Kyiv. They received support from Gen.Ukrainian, an organization helping children affected by the war. Margo participated in a camp in Spain aimed at healing psychological trauma. The war has left many children orphaned, with estimates suggesting thousands have been abducted or newly orphaned due to the conflict, highlighting the urgent need for support beyond traditional orphanages.

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