Leaving Behind Possessions and Pets, Ukrainians Flee to Poland

Leaving Behind Possessions and Pets, Ukrainians Flee to Poland
People stand at the border crossing between Poland and Ukraine, after Russian President Vladimir Putin authorized a military operation in eastern Ukraine, in Medyka, Poland, Feb. 24, 2022. Kacper Pempel/Reuters
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MEDYKA, Poland—Ukrainians fleeing a Russian invasion have started trickling into Poland, with dozens arriving at the normally quiet Medyka crossing on Thursday, some carrying luggage and accompanied by children.

Officials in European Union countries bordering Ukraine, including Romania and Slovakia, said there was no big influx of refugees for now, but local media and witnesses said foot traffic was increasing.