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Ukraine Repatriates 2,058 Children Amid Ongoing Abductions

3/26/2026

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Story summary

Ukraine is actively repatriating deported children with support from 38 countries, Council of Europe, and the European Union.
As of March 25, 2026, 2,058 children have returned through Bring Kids Back UA.
Rescue operations include 15 children from Russian-occupied areas facing severe threats.
Ukrainian officials estimate up to 300,000 children abducted since February 2022.
The Ukrainian Ombudsman calls these actions crimes against humanity and says Russia uses children as mobilization resources.

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Story summary

Ukraine is actively repatriating deported children with support from 38 countries, Council of Europe, and the European Union.
As of March 25, 2026, 2,058 children have returned through Bring Kids Back UA.
Rescue operations include 15 children from Russian-occupied areas facing severe threats.
Ukrainian officials estimate up to 300,000 children abducted since February 2022.
The Ukrainian Ombudsman calls these actions crimes against humanity and says Russia uses children as mobilization resources.