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Yahoo
03-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
5 ways you can support Ukraine — even if your government doesn't want to
Editor's note: We originally shared a version of this guide for our members on Feb. 24, 2024. If you would like to join a community of people united by wanting to help Ukraine, consider becoming a member today. You'll get exclusive benefits, like Ukrainian language lessons, Q&As with journalists, staff recommendations, and access to our Discord channel, where we host discussions on how to help Ukraine. U.S. President Donald Trump's public spat with President Volodymyr Zelensky in the White House on Feb. 28 threw the future of Washington's support for Ukraine in the air, but led to a renewed outpouring of support for Ukraine across the world. As Russia's war in Ukraine enters its fourth year, and Trump mulls cutting military aid entirely, here are some ways to help Ukraine and stand with Ukrainians. Contact your elected representatives, regardless of where you live. In the U.S., the American Coalition for Ukraine has a tool to find your members of Congress and recommended messaging for what to ask your government representatives. Finding a local group organizing political support for Ukraine in your country or city is a great starting point for getting more involved. You can also find and support candidates who support Ukraine in upcoming elections. It's also possible to boycott international companies that still operate within Russia. The Kyiv School of Economics has made a list of corporations that continue to do business in Russia. The mobile version of the website even has a barcode scanner, so you can easily find the details about a product's parent company. Also, consider supporting Ukrainian brands or local businesses. You can check out our Ukrainian gift guide for inspiration. Donate to organizations in Ukraine. Some well-known charities involved in supporting those on the front line are Come Back Alive, the Serhiy Prytula Charity Foundation, and the Hospitallers. With the suspension of USAID, Ukrainian civil society and humanitarian organizations also need your support: Ukraine was the largest recipient of U.S. economic aid, receiving over $14 billion in 2023. Join marches or demonstrations in support of Ukraine. The Ukrainian World Congress compiled a map showing the organizers of events on Feb. 24 to commemorate the start of the full-scale invasion. You can discover organizations near you and see if they are planning future events. Part of Russia's goal in the war is to destroy Ukrainian culture. Here's a list (compiled by one of our members) showing creative ways to help Ukraine, highlighting organizations, projects, and artists, from podcasts about the war to resources for learning Ukrainian. You can also learn more about Ukrainian history and culture on the Explaining Ukraine section of our website. pre-order now Join our community Support independent journalism in Ukraine. Join us in this fight. Support us We've been working hard to bring you independent, locally-sourced news from Ukraine. Consider supporting the Kyiv Independent.
CBS News
02-03-2025
- Politics
- CBS News
Hundreds gather on Boston Common to support Ukraine after White House meeting
Hundreds gathered on the Boston Common on Saturday, holding Ukrainian flags to stand in solidarity with the country. "We need peace. But we need fair peace for Ukraine, and we need to have some security guarantees for our country," organizer Daria Sakhniuk said. Rally on Boston Common for Ukraine The rally on Saturday follows Friday's shouting match at the White House between President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. "It's not what we expected from this meeting. It is just some disagreement, I believe, between presidents, and we will find agreements in the future," she said. Congressman Seth Moulton says Friday's heated exchange between the presidents was as bad as it gets. He's been calling on his republican colleagues, saying that Mr. Trump's comments are very dangerous. "Zelenskyy needs to go to the Europeans. I hate to say it, but he clearly can't count on this administration. He needs to do what he can to see what partnerships can be forged outside of a deal with the Americans. And the third thing is try Donald Trump on a better day," Congressman Moulton said. Around 200 people took part in Saturday's rally. During it, they took time to thank the US for its support, but they also stressed the importance of bringing about peace and ending the war. "Peace can be achieved very easily if Russia would leave Ukraine. So the idea of making demands of Ukraine while rockets are falling on their homes doesn't feel realistic," American Coalition for Ukraine's Alison Ruchford said.
CBS News
28-02-2025
- Politics
- CBS News
Massachusetts Ukranians disappointed as Ukraine's Zelenskyy asked to leave White House
Massachusetts Ukrainians were initially optimistic about talks between President Trump and Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy until the conversation took a fiery turn. "Vance completely threw it into turmoil" "Actually, Zelenskyy and Trump were discussing things until Vance completely threw it into turmoil," Marianna Epstein of the American Coalition for Ukraine in Needham said. The high-stakes conversation was a glimmer of hope for Ukrainians fighting for peace. Epstein was disappointed by what unfolded. "What he's (Trump) calling for us surrender, and if that happens, it only makes Russia stronger. And Russia is America's enemy," she said. "What happened today, in my opinion, is a betrayal to the American people." Heated exchange exposes cracks in US-Ukraine relationship A heated exchange is rarely seen in the Oval Office – a public argument that one local Ukrainian said likely mirrors what happens behind closed doors. "The tone - they were talking to each other, sometimes interrupting each other. I would say this isn't the average conversation of leaders that you see," says Anna Dubovyk of New Hampshire. The talks ended abruptly – exposing major rifts between the United States and war-torn Ukraine. Ukrainians we spoke with say they hope calmer heads prevail as they fight for peace. "I hope for many other conversations and negotiations that bring fair peace to Ukraine," Dubovyk said.
