The US Department of Homeland Security has extended Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Ukrainian refugees by 18 months.

Source: US Department of Homeland Security in a statement; European Pravda

Details: The statement emphasised that the extension of TPS is prompted by the ongoing armed conflict and the extraordinary, temporary conditions in Ukraine that hinder the safe return of Ukrainian citizens.

The statement emphasised that "Russia’s expanded military invasion has led to high numbers of civilian casualties and reports of war crimes and crimes against humanity committed by Russian military forces and officials".

The extension of TPS for Ukraine allows approximately 103,700 refugees to re-register if they continue to meet the eligibility criteria.

This category applies to Ukrainian citizens and stateless individuals who last lived in Ukraine and have been continuously residing in the United States since at least 16 August 2023, irrespective of their immigration status.

Background: In the summer, the Council of the European Union extended temporary protection for Ukrainians until March 2026.

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