A girl who lived under occupation for over 10 years was returned to Ukraine.
The return took place as part of the initiative of the President of Ukraine Bring Kids Back UA, said Dasha Zarivna, Communications Advisor to the Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine.
According to Zarivna, Alina was only seven years old when her hometown was occupied in 2014. So the girl was forced to spend her entire childhood and adolescence in an environment of continuous propaganda and limited opportunities.
"Despite the pressure of circumstances, the girl always sought to maintain a connection with Ukraine - she studied online at a Ukrainian school and dreamed of obtaining higher education in her homeland. Upon reaching adulthood, Alina made a bold decision to leave the occupied territory," the official said.
And she added that now the girl faces an important period of reintegration, during which specialists will help her adapt to her new life.
By the way, in February , Ukraine managed to return home 15 children who were being held in Russia.