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Women wearing traditional Ukrainian Vyshyvankas (embroidered shirts) seen at the grave of a Ukrainian soldier, Private Bogdan Volodymyrovych who was killed by Russian forces near Dryzba in Luhansk region at Lychakiv Cemetery.Women wearing traditional Ukrainian Vyshyvankas (embroidered shirts) seen at the grave of a Ukrainian soldier, Private Bogdan Volodymyrovych who was killed by Russian forces near Dryzba in Luhansk region at Lychakiv Cemetery.

Funeral ceremony of Fallen Ukrainian Soldier in Lviv, Ukraine

Funeral ceremony of Fallen Ukrainian Soldier in Lviv, Ukraine

A banner that reads "World help us" near sandbags stacked around the Princess Olga Monument (near St. Michael's Golden-Domed Monastery) to protect it during the Ukrainian Russian war.A banner that reads "World help us" near sandbags stacked around the Princess Olga Monument (near St. Michael's Golden-Domed Monastery) to protect it during the Ukrainian Russian war.

Sandbagged Princess Olga Monument in Kyiv, Ukraine

Sandbagged Princess Olga Monument in Kyiv, Ukraine

People wearing embroidered clothes sing the Ukrainian National Anthem during the Vyshyvanka Day celebration at Castle Square, Warsaw old town. Vyshyvanka Day is a Ukrainian holiday celebrated on the third Thursday of May annually since 2006. The aim of Vyshyvanka Day is to preserve traditional Ukrainian embroidered clothes called vyshyvanka and Ukrainian folk traditions. Vyshyvanka is one of the Ukrainian symbols.People wearing embroidered clothes sing the Ukrainian National Anthem during the Vyshyvanka Day celebration at Castle Square, Warsaw old town. Vyshyvanka Day is a Ukrainian holiday celebrated on the third Thursday of May annually since 2006. The aim of Vyshyvanka Day is to preserve traditional Ukrainian embroidered clothes called vyshyvanka and Ukrainian folk traditions. Vyshyvanka is one of the Ukrainian symbols.

Vyshyvanka Day celebration at Castle Square in Warsaw, Poland

Vyshyvanka Day celebration at Castle Square in Warsaw, Poland

Two injured Ukrainian soldiers are seen in an ambulance as they arrive at the military hospital for medical treatment in Donetsk. Donetsk (Donbas) region is under heavy attack from the Russian troops. The Russian invasion of Ukraine started on February 24, the war that has killed numerous civilians and soldiers.Two injured Ukrainian soldiers are seen in an ambulance as they arrive at the military hospital for medical treatment in Donetsk. Donetsk (Donbas) region is under heavy attack from the Russian troops. The Russian invasion of Ukraine started on February 24, the war that has killed numerous civilians and soldiers.

War Situation in Donetsk, Ukraine

War Situation in Donetsk, Ukraine

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Civilian volunteers during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.Civilian volunteers during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

Civilian volunteers during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

Civilian volunteers during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.Civilian volunteers during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

Civilian volunteers during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

Civilian volunteers during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.Civilian volunteers during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

Civilian volunteers during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

Civilian volunteers during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.Civilian volunteers during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

Civilian volunteers during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

Civilian volunteers during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.Civilian volunteers during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

Civilian volunteers during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

Civilian volunteers during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.Civilian volunteers during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

Civilian volunteers during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

Civilian volunteers during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.Civilian volunteers during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

Civilian volunteers during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

Civilian volunteers during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.Civilian volunteers during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

Civilian volunteers during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

Civilian volunteers during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.Civilian volunteers during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

Civilian volunteers during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

Civilian volunteers during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.Civilian volunteers during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

Civilian volunteers during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

Civilian volunteers during training to enter the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.Civilian volunteers during training to enter the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

Civilian volunteers during training to enter the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

Civilian volunteers during training to enter the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.Civilian volunteers during training to enter the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

Civilian volunteers during training to enter the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

A Civilian volunteer seen during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.A Civilian volunteer seen during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

A Civilian volunteer seen during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

A Civilian volunteer seen during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.A Civilian volunteer seen during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

A Civilian volunteer seen during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

A Civilian volunteer seen during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.A Civilian volunteer seen during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

A Civilian volunteer seen during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

Civilian volunteers adjust a weapon during training to enter the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.Civilian volunteers adjust a weapon during training to enter the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

Civilian volunteers adjust a weapon during training to enter the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

A Civilian volunteer seen during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.A Civilian volunteer seen during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

A Civilian volunteer seen during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

A Civilian volunteer seen during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.A Civilian volunteer seen during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

A Civilian volunteer seen during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

Civilian volunteers adjust a weapon during training to enter the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.Civilian volunteers adjust a weapon during training to enter the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

Civilian volunteers adjust a weapon during training to enter the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

Civilian volunteers seen during training to enter the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.Civilian volunteers seen during training to enter the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

Civilian volunteers seen during training to enter the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

A Civilian volunteer seen during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.A Civilian volunteer seen during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

A Civilian volunteer seen during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

Civilian volunteers during training to enter the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.Civilian volunteers during training to enter the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

Civilian volunteers during training to enter the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

A Civilian volunteer seen during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.A Civilian volunteer seen during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

A Civilian volunteer seen during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

A patch saying "Civil resistance and assistance foundation" on a vest worn by a civilian volunteer training to enter the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.A patch saying "Civil resistance and assistance foundation" on a vest worn by a civilian volunteer training to enter the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

A patch saying "Civil resistance and assistance foundation" on a vest worn by a civilian volunteer training to enter the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

A Civilian volunteer seen during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.A Civilian volunteer seen during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

A Civilian volunteer seen during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

A Civilian volunteer seen during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.A Civilian volunteer seen during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

A Civilian volunteer seen during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

A Civilian volunteer seen during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.A Civilian volunteer seen during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

A Civilian volunteer seen during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

A Civilian volunteer seen during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.A Civilian volunteer seen during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

A Civilian volunteer seen during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

Civilian volunteers during training to enter the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.Civilian volunteers during training to enter the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

Civilian volunteers during training to enter the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

Civilian volunteers during training to enter the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.Civilian volunteers during training to enter the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

Civilian volunteers during training to enter the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

Civilian volunteers during training to enter the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.Civilian volunteers during training to enter the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

Civilian volunteers during training to enter the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

Civilian volunteers during training to enter the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.Civilian volunteers during training to enter the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

Civilian volunteers during training to enter the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

A Civilian volunteer seen during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.A Civilian volunteer seen during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.

A Civilian volunteer seen during training to join the Ukrainian army. Russia invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, triggering the largest military attack in Europe since World War II. Over 3 million Ukrainians have already left the country and some are training for defense themselves.