After request of government of Of Ukraine for emergency assistance due to the threat of further escalation, h European Commission coordinates the delivery basic supplies to support the civilian population through the EU Civil Protection Mechanism. This is done to support Ukraine’s preparedness efforts for all possible scenarios.
Crisis Management Commissioner Janes Lenarsic said: “The EU is in full solidarity with the Ukrainian people, also with concrete support. As soon as Ukraine asked for our help, we started working around the clock to help the authorities. Immediate civil protection assistance is on the way. “Slovenia, Romania, France, Ireland and Austria have already made the first offers and I expect more help in the coming days from other EU member states.”
Among those offered by Slovenia are 1,000,000 non-medical disposable masks, 125,000 pairs of latex gloves, 125,000 pairs of nitrile gloves, 200 pairs of rubber boots and 10 diesel generators (6 kW). At the same time, Romania sends 5,000 packs of analgesics, 5,000 packs of anti-inflammatory drugs, 5,000 packs of antibiotics and 840 liters of hand sanitizers. From the French side, among the items it offers are 15 tents, 300 family tents, 2,100 blankets and 300 sleeping bags, 500 sanitary kits, gloves, masks, and an advanced clinic capable of treating 500 injured. Ireland also sends 10,000 protective suits, 50,000 surgical masks, 2,583 liters of hand sanitizer, while Austria offers 50,000 liters of hand sanitizer, 9,000 liters of surface disinfectant, 50,000 goggles, 50,000 face masks and 20,000 non-sterile gloves.
The EU Emergency Response Coordination Center is in constant contact with the Ukrainian authorities for further assistance.
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