Moldova

Conflict in Ukraine re-escalated on 24 February 2022, when Russian forces entered the country and advanced towards different Ukrainian cities in a full-scale military operation. Heavy clashes between Russian and Ukrainian forces and shelling have led to civilian casualties. Shelling has also significantly affected homes, public buildings, and other critical infrastructure, including schools, hospitals, roads, and railways.?

Insecurity has forced nearly eight million people to leave their homes and seek safety in neighbouring countries, including Hungary, Moldova, Poland, Romania, and Slovakia. Close to six million people are estimated to be displaced within Ukraine as at 5 December.?

As at 17 January 2023, over 750,000 people had crossed into Moldova, and more than 102,000 had been registered as refugees. As at the end of 2022, at least 65 out of 133 Refugee Accommodation Centres remained active across Moldova to host refugees and asylum seekers. The main priority needs for refugees in Moldova include hygiene, cleaning, and infant items; NFIs; and cash assistance.?