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Massimo Diana

Massimo Diana is the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) Representative in Ukraine.

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Opinion: The hidden toll of Ukraine’s aid workers demands recognition on World Humanitarian Day

by Massimo Diana
On Aug. 14, two humanitarian workers died in a Kherson hospital after being injured by Russian shelling, a stark reminder of the ongoing attacks across Ukraine. As we observe World Humanitarian Day, it's crucial to acknowledge the immense physical and emotional challenges faced by Ukraine’s front-line humanitarian workers. Humanitarian workers take on significant personal risks to serve the broader community. While the government focuses on the war effort and essential services, they address of