THE People's Deputy of Ukraine has thanked Scots for "opening their homes and hearts" to Ukrainians as she addressed the SNP conference to rapturous applause.
Lesia Vasylenko took to the stage at The Event Complex in Aberdeen and spoke of her admiration for the Scottish men who had signed up to the Ukrainian International Defence Battalion and the Scottish families who have taken in almost 20,000 women, children and senior citizens.
She also thanked the Scottish Government for sending aid, and businesses and communities for donating essential items to help Ukrainians survive.