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Ukrainian refugees face uncertain future as Poland scraps special status

Kajetan Wróblewski, a volunteer helping refugees arriving in Poland, advises Ukrainian refugees he receives to continue their journey to Finland, Denmark or Norway, where reception conditions for refugees are better than in Poland. © RFI / Adrien Sarlat

Poland is ending the special status that gave Ukrainian refugees equal access to the labour market, social benefits and healthcare. The system expires on Thursday, meaning many will now face stricter rules to work or receive support.

Four years after Russia’s large-scale invasion of Ukraine began, support from European neighbours along its border is weakening.

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