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As the conflict persists, Ukrainian refugees seek to rebuild their lives in host countries. Many, like Valentina Richkova, have started small businesses in Poland, attempting to regain some sense of stability. Their stories reflect a broader struggle to restore normalcy amid destruction, with many questioning whether they can or should return to Ukraine—and when.
The Path Forward: Toward Justice and Reconciliation
Despite the immense suffering, Ukrainians remain committed to rebuilding, seeking justice for atrocities, and asserting their sovereignty. Their collective endurance challenges Russian narratives that dismiss Ukraine as part of Russia or deny the severity of the war's toll.