Ukraine sends aid to Syria: details from Zelenskyy

Ukraine has sent 500 tons of wheat flour to Syria as part of its humanitarian support.

This was announced by President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

The President expressed his support for the Syrian people during this difficult time for them.

"As promised, we are supporting the Syrian people in their time of need. 500 tons of Ukrainian wheat flour are already on their way to Syria as part of our humanitarian program "Grain from Ukraine" in cooperation with the WFP," Zelenskyy wrote.

He also shared that, over the coming weeks, the flour will be distributed to 33,250 families, totaling 167,000 people. Each package weighs 15 kg and can feed a family of five for a month.

"We wish Syria and its people safety, stability, and recovery. We know the true value of these things," the President concluded.

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