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War has forced millions to flee. Over 9 million Ukrainians have sought refuge in neighboring Poland, with estimates indicating around 1.5 million remain there. Countries like Poland have become temporary homes, hosting refugees in shelter projects and facilitating their integration into local economies.
The Refugee Experience and Struggle for Normalcy
Refugees face uncertain futures. Dimitri, a mechanic from Mariupol now in Kraków, describes his deep shock and loss of ambition following his city’s occupation. Many Ukrainians are stuck in limbo—awaiting news, trying to secure legal stays, or rebuild lives from scratch.