**Two Ukrainians Named in BBC’s 100 Women List**
The BBC has named two Ukrainian women, Olha Olefirenko and Olha Rudnieva, in its 2024 list of influential women. The list features women who have shown exceptional resilience in the face of adversity.
**Rudnieva’s Work Helps War-Injured Ukrainians**
Olha Rudnieva founded the Superhumans center in Lviv, which provides prosthetics and rehabilitation to war-injured Ukrainians. Since its establishment two years ago, the center has helped over 1,000 people. Ukrainian officials estimate that more than 50,000 people have lost limbs due to Russia‘s war.
**Olefirenko Fulfills Her Father’s Dream**
Olha Olefirenko is a farmer who fulfilled her late father’s dream by modernizing his farm with the help of the Ukrainian Veterans Fund. She was able to create new jobs for her community through this initiative. Olefirenko’s father was killed in action while serving on the front lines.
**Ukraine Receives Support from Slovenia and NATO**
Slovenian Foreign Minister Tanja Fajon reaffirmed her country’s strong support for Ukraine during a recent NATO foreign ministers’ meeting. Ukrainian officials also expressed gratitude for the support, saying that it will help them secure a just and lasting peace on their terms.
**US Provides Aid to Ukraine**
The US has provided up to $825 million in aid to Ukraine, which includes funding for military equipment and humanitarian assistance. A document signed by the US Secretary of State and Ukraine’s Foreign Minister outlines this support.
**Russia Sends Mercenaries to Syria**
Ukraine’s military intelligence agency claims that Russia is sending private mercenaries to Syria to reinforce its troops. This move is seen as a sign of Russia’s desperation in its war against Ukraine.
**New Sanctions Against Russian Banks**
The latest Western sanctions against 50 Russian banks have forced Russian importers to use complex and underhand schemes to pay their Chinese sellers, according to reports from the Moscow Times.
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