Ukraine Children's Action Project @UkraineCAP

We are back in Ukraine. Good to see our partners helping us support kids impacted by this long, brutal war. Last night Russia launched one of the largest attacks on Kyiv killing at least 18, injuring dozens. Yesterday I made rounds with the doctors at the referral med center in Lviv and visited with many internally displaced children who are surviving and thriving amidst the violence. Help us help these children. UCAP.help. See our trip report: bit.ly/4gcnlfH

This year’s Ukraine Recovery Conference in Gdańsk felt different. The conversation has evolved beyond rebuilding what has been destroyed. There was a growing recognition that Ukraine is not simply a recipient of international support. It is a partner, a reformer, and increasingly a contributor to Europe’s future. Speaking at the conference, I reinforced that recovery is not only about infrastructure and investment. It is about ensuring that the next generation has the opportunity to learn, heal, and be prepared to be part of Ukraine’s future. urc-international.com

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"The recovery of Ukraine after the war will, in large part, depend on what happens to Ukraine's children who have suffered greatly," writes Irwin Redlener, Senior advisor to the Institute for Global Politics at Columbia University, in his op-ed. kyivindependent.com/children-are-t…

Coming up at 5:40 PM ET on @MSNOWNews, I'll be joining @NicolleDWallace live from Rochester, NY, with one of Ukraine's young student representatives who made the trip to Genius Olympiad, a global high school competition featuring teams from over 70 countries. A powerful reminder of Ukrainian resilience, talent, and hope for the future. ms.now

When Regional Director Yuliia Kardash planned a visit to UCAP-funded programs serving children in Odesa and the surrounding region, a large-scale missile and drone attack made travel unsafe and forced her to postpone the trip. Last night, Odesa was hit again as part of a wave of Russian drone attacks across Ukraine. Read Yuliia's firsthand report from her recent visit in our latest newsletter: bit.ly/4x1xvpo ucap.help

"Critics invoke 'America First' as an argument for abandoning Ukraine. But helping Ukraine is America First.” My latest in @TheHillOpinion — Why US support for Ukraine must continue: thehill.com/opinion/intern…

I had an opportunity to speak with a group of Congressional members and staff earlier this week about the steep increase in war crimes being committed every day by relentless air attacks from Russian drones. These horrendous weapons are almost impossible to disarm. They roam residential communities far from any actual combat zones. These forays are called “human safaris” where civilians, including children, are literally hunted down and killed. As of last month, more than 3,540 children have been killed or injured; 1.5 million psychologically traumatized; 3-4 million school-age kids have seen their education disrupted. See UCAP’s latest Crossfire report here: bit.ly/4wI54Na Help us help Ukraine’s children. ucap.help

.@kredlener and I in our latest op-ed in @KyivIndependent:

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"No matter what President Donald Trump does, no matter how often his perspectives on the war seem to line up with Russian President Vladimir Putin's, the people of America remain strongly supportive of Ukraine," writes Irwin Redlener, Senior advisor to the Institute for Global

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"Peace built on concession to conquest is rarely durable. Peace built on deterrence and principle stands a far better chance of lasting." A ‘land for security’ peace deal would be a disaster for Ukraine and Europe. My latest in @thehill. thehill.com/opinion/intern…

Tune in today at 5:30 PM ET to MS NOW’s Deadline: White House. I’ll be live with @NicolleDWallace for special coverage marking four years since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. We’ll discuss the war’s impact on children and how UCAP is making a difference. ucap.help @MSNOWNews

The systematic Russification of schools in occupied territories aims to wipe out the Ukrainian national identity. My latest on @MSNOWNews: How the Trump–Putin Peace Plan Puts More Than 1 Million Ukrainian Children at Risk ms.now/opinion/ukrain…

In UCAP’s October update, we report from Lviv, where we arrived two days after a massive Russian attack on civilian targets, the largest strike in the region since the full-scale invasion began. Read more here: bit.ly/4oE8886 @kredlener @UkraineCAP ucap.help

Coming up on @MSNBC at 1:45 PM ET, I’ll be joining Chris Jansing to discuss our recent trip to Ukraine and UCAP’s ongoing work in the region to help displaced children. @kredlener @UkraineCAP msnbc.com/chris-jansing-…

Sunday's attack by Russia on many civilian targets in Lviv Oblast was the largest ever in western Ukraine. Seven hours of pure hell delivered by 500 drones and dozens of hypersonic missiles, many of which were destroyed by Ukrainian defenses. I toured many of these sites today, including a partially destroyed kindergarten and other structures. And we walked among the ruins of a few homes in a suburb of Lviv. A 15 year old girl and her entire family ki**ed in their sleep. 📷There in the rubble, mixed in with the toys, pieces of furniture and a twisted baby carriage frame were the metal shards of a Russian missile. America must stand strong with this young, extraordinary democracy that is fighting a tyrant on Europe's eastern front. Please insist that Congress provide whatever support Ukraine needs as they fight a war that is our war , too. And help Ukraine's children directly by contributing to UCAP.help

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We return to Ukraine next week - our 8th visit - to check on some of the dozens of projects supporting the needs of children impacted by the war. Millions have and are suffering from psychological trauma and/or prolonged disruption of their education. About 3,000 kids have been killed or injured and 20,000 abducted by Russia. Yet the country fights on. The bravery & resilience of Ukrainians is extraordinary. More than that, they cherish their democracy, their culture, their ability to create and innovate. Ukraine is a young vibrant democracy on the rise. But, so very sadly, America feels like a democracy on the decline with division, violence and a growing disrespect for Constitutional principles everywhere we look. Please support our work in Ukraine. The withdrawal of foreign aid has had a terrible impact. wwww.UCAP.help

In recent months, child casualties have risen, schools and hospitals have come under attack, and trauma remains widespread across Ukraine. UCAP is on the ground, funding recovery programs for children, resources to equip educators, and support for frontline families to help children stay resilient and hopeful. More in UCAP's latest update: bit.ly/4mdz2Sz @UkraineCAP ucap.help

"Ukraine can rebuild its cities, its infrastructure, and its economy. What it cannot do is reclaim the lives lost or undo the profound scars left on its youngest generation.” President Putin must return Ukraine’s children. My latest in @Newsweek newsweek.com/president-puti…

In UCAP’s July 2025 Briefing, we report from the Ukraine Recovery Conference in Rome, where global leaders gathered to reaffirm their commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty as Russia intensifies attacks on civilian targets. Read more: bit.ly/4lZkA16 @kredlener @UkraineCAP UCAP.help

The war continues to disrupt the mental health and education of Ukraine’s children. One in five has lost a loved one, and nearly 40% still learn remotely. UCAP is addressing these urgent needs through partnerships across the country. Learn more about the impact we’re making together: bit.ly/4jEZ3cq @UkraineCAP UCAP.help

From life-saving training to educational support, UCAP is helping Ukraine’s youth face today’s challenges and prepare for tomorrow during wartime. Read more in our April report here: bit.ly/42K7z4G @UkraineCAP UCAP.help