American actress and humanitarian activist Angelina Jolie visited the frontline cities of Mykolaiv and Kherson with the Legacy of War Foundation. She spoke with medical workers, families, and volunteers who live daily under the threat of shelling, drone attacks, and mines, which render large areas uninhabitable.
During her visit, Jolie saw how protective nets against drones are being installed above roads in some areas, and how hospitals and schools have been moved to fortified underground facilities, where treatment and education continue even amid constant danger.
“The residents of Mykolaiv and Kherson live with danger every day, but they do not give up. When governments around the world turn away from protecting civilians, the strength of these people and their support for each other is impressive. After nearly three years of war, exhaustion is evident, but so is determination. Families want security, peace, and the opportunity to rebuild their lives,” said Angelina Jolie.
She also noted that the experience of Ukrainians echoes the stories of civilians in Sudan, Gaza, and the Democratic Republic of Congo: “Every conflict has its own story, but the human experience is similar — loss, forced displacement, and a daily struggle for dignity.”
The actress thanked local organizations and the Legacy of War Foundation team for their support.
The Legacy of War Foundation, established in 2017 by British photographer Giles Duley, works directly with communities recovering from armed conflict. Since 2022, the organization has helped more than 10,000 Ukrainians in frontline territories receive medical care, provided more than $450,000 in grants and more than 30 tons of humanitarian aid, and