DEVELOPING: Ukraine Groups Race Against Time to Reintegrate Over 1 Million Veterans Amid Ongoing Conflict.

BREAKING NEWS Ukraine Groups Racing Against Time to Reintegrate Over 1 Million Veterans Amid Ongoing Conflict LVIV, Ukraine - In a desperate bid to support war-weary veterans, groups in Ukraine are working around the clock to reintegrate over 1 million former soldiers back into civilian life. The effort comes as the ongoing conflict continues to take a devastating toll on mental health. According to reports, thousands of veterans like Andriy Khrystiuk, 52, who was injured in an attack in May 2024, are struggling to cope with the trauma they experienced on the front lines. Khrystiuk, a former sniper, is currently receiving treatment at a rehabilitation center in Lviv. The scale of the crisis is staggering: over 1 million veterans need support, and time is running out. With many still serving or recently discharged, Ukraine's groups are racing against the clock to provide vital services, including mental health care, job training, and housing assistance. Background context reveals that Ukraine has been embroiled in conflict for years, with millions displaced and countless lives lost. The strain on veterans' mental health is a pressing concern, with many reporting nightmares, anxiety, and depression. As the situation unfolds, experts warn of a looming crisis if support services are not scaled up quickly. "We're seeing a surge in demand for our services," said a spokesperson for one of the groups involved. "But we need more resources, more funding, and more volunteers to meet this challenge." This is a developing story. We will provide updates as more information becomes available. LAST UPDATED: [Current Time] CREDITS: Claire Harbage, Ross Peleh, Andriy Khrystiuk PHOTO CREDIT: Claire Harbage/NPR *This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Based on reporting from Npr.*