Zurich, First Published Mar 19, 2022, 10:10 AM IST
Tennis player Roger Federer is set to donate $ 5 million (Rs 38 crore) to the welfare and education of Ukrainian children affected by Russia’s ongoing war.
War
The war between Ukraine and Russia continues for the 23rd day. On the one hand both sides are ready for talks but on the other hand the war is going on.
Refugees
Russian forces are approaching the capital, Kiev. Meanwhile, Russian forces launched missile strikes yesterday on the outskirts of Lviv and in the suburbs of Kiev. As a result, large numbers of Ukrainians have emigrated to neighboring countries as refugees. UNICEF reports that more than 10 lakh children have been affected. 7% of Ukraine’s population is refugee
Funding
Roger Federer, a Swiss tennis player, has volunteered to help children affected by the war in Ukraine. He said he would provide $ 5 million from his foundation to Ukrainian children.
Roger Federal commented on Twitter: “My family and I were shocked when we saw the photos of the events in Ukraine. Our hearts were broken when we saw the suffering of innocent people.
Education of children
We will support peace. We are here to help all the children in need in Ukraine. Currently 60 lakh children in Ukraine are unable to go to school. They need to be educated and supported at this time.
Therefore, on behalf of the Roger Federal Foundation, US $ 5 million will be provided to help Ukrainian children continue their schooling. ”
Thus said the Federal
Murray
Former British tennis player Andy Murray has been the UNICEF Ambassador to the United Kingdom. In his announcement last week, he said that the prize money I won in tennis in 2022 would be donated for the benefit of Ukrainian children.
Last Updated Mar 19, 2022, 10:10 AM IST