Journalist and writer Victoria Belim-Frolova spoke about how Russia's war against Ukraine is forcing small businesses, especially those run by women, to constantly adapt to new conditions. According to her, women entrepreneurs are finding ways to keep working despite destruction and instability.
The European Commission released another fact-sheet summarizing EU support measures for Ukraine. The document reflects the current status of financial, humanitarian, and military assistance, as well as sanctions policy against Russia.
European Commission Commissioner Hadja Lachbib has issued a statement calling the situation in the Ukrainian city of Oleshky "devastating." According to her, civilians have found themselves under siege by Russian forces without access to food, medicine, and clean water.
At the 63rd session of the UN Human Rights Council, an interactive dialogue took place with the High Commissioner on an oral report concerning the situation in Ukraine. Britain's Ambassador for Human Rights, Eleanor Sanders, delivered a statement on behalf of the United Kingdom.