Natalia’s Journey: From War-torn Ukraine To Refugee

By Stephanie Faughnan STAFFORD – Na-

talia Shtubel, 21, vividly recalls when her family opened their doors to refugees fleeing conflict in the east of Ukraine, providing a safe haven in the western part of the country.

In an amazing twist of fate, Natalia and her parents now fi nd themselves as refugees in the United States. A humanitarian program “Uniting for Ukraine” has enabled the three to join Natalia’s brother, Andrii, and his wife, Mallory in their home in Stafford.

As she adjusts to a new culture and navigates the challenges of being away from her homeland, Natalia’s story highlights the unpredictable nature of conflict and the profound impact it can have on even those who thought they were safe.

“My father created a refrain that sticks in

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