Ksenia Samotiy: I chose Ireland because it was the furthest place from Russia – now I’m proud to call it my second homeFrom the kindness of the people to the beautiful scenery, spice bags and even the seagulls, I’ve fallen in love with the country that offered me shelterUkrainian refugee's emotional return to home city after four years in IrelandKsenia Samotiy Today at 06:30It has been four years today since the war started, and nearly as long since I came to Ireland.

Source: Irish Independent February 24, 2026 10:29 UTC