The United States is urging Moscow to agree to a 30-day ceasefire proposal in Ukraine, following an agreement with the country. The war, which has been ongoing for over three years, has taken a toll on thousands, including a Ukrainian family living in Billings. Yuliya Johnson, who relocated to Billings from Sumy, Ukraine, has been watching her hometown being bombed. Her mother, Marina Petrusenko, was able to escape to Billings in 2022, but misses her home in Ukraine. As uncertainty looms for the 240,000 Ukrainian refugees in the U.S., Johnson expressed empathy for those who may face deportation if refugee protections are revoked. Despite the challenges, both Johnson and her mother remain hopeful for peace and for the war to end. Petrusenko plans to return to Ukraine when it is safe, while Johnson considers Billings her second home. As global interest in Ukraine continues, the family’s story sheds light on the personal struggles of those affected by the ongoing conflict.
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