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How Ukrainians are fleeing life in Russian-held territory

Aya Ibrahim at Kolotilovka-Pokrovka checkpoint, Ukraine
September 1, 2023

More than 18 months into the war, many Ukrainians are still seeking ways to escape occupied territories. One way is to go to Russia and then reenter Ukraine. DW's Aya Ibrahim went to a border reception center.

A woman sits with her daughter, speaking to the camera
After a journey that lasted two days and nights, Alla and her family are back in a Ukrainian-controlled areaImage: Aya Ibrahim/DW

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