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The EU announced 148 million euros in aid for Ukraine and Moldova to support humanitarian needs amid the ongoing crisis.
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - The European Union announced on Monday a new humanitarian aid package of 140 million euros ($142.8 million) for Ukraine and a further 8 million euros worth of aid for Moldova.
The aid package was announced as European Commissioner Hadja Lahbib, responsible for crisis management, visited Ukraine to discuss humanitarian challenges as the country's war with Russia continues. The funding is designed to help with food, shelter, clean water and heating for Ukraine's population.
"Our new funding of 148 million euros in humanitarian support is more powerful proof that we stand with Ukrainians in their hour of need. We will continue to do everything in our power to help those affected by this crisis with all our partners and the Ukrainian authorities," Lahbib said in a statement.
($1 = 0.9804 euros)
(Reporting by Sudip Kar-Gupta)
The European Union announced a humanitarian aid package totaling 148 million euros, which includes 140 million euros for Ukraine and 8 million euros for Moldova.
The aid package was announced by European Commissioner Hadja Lahbib during her visit to Ukraine.
The aid package aims to support humanitarian efforts in Ukraine and Moldova amidst ongoing crises, particularly due to the war with Russia.
The aid package was announced on a Monday, although the specific date is not mentioned in the article.
Hadja Lahbib stated that the funding is proof of the EU's commitment to stand with Ukrainians during their time of need.
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