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Russia-Ukraine Crisis

Last Updated: February 24, 2023 | Press Releases

Statement from Secretary Mayorkas on the Anniversary of Russia’s Unprovoked Invasion of Ukraine

Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas released the following statement on the anniversary of Russia's unprovoked invasion of Ukraine.

Last Updated: February 17, 2023 | Press Releases

Readout of Secretary Mayorkas’s Visit to Poland

On February 16, 2023, Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas visited Rzeszów, Poland near the Ukraine border to observe U.S. efforts to support both nations in their fight against the unjust Russian invasion

Last Updated: November 19, 2022 | Press Releases

G7 Interior and Security Ministers' Statement

G7 Interior and Security Ministers' Statement from Eltville on November 18, 2022.

Last Updated: May 5, 2022 | Site Page

Єднання заради України

21 квітня 2022 року президент Байден анонсував «Єднання заради України» – новий спрощений процес, який надає українським громадянам, які покинули країну в результаті неспровокованої загарбницької війни Росії, можливість приїхати до Сполучених Штатів. Це є ключовим кроком до виконання зобов’язання Президента вітати українців, які тікають від вторгнення Росії в Україну.

Last Updated: April 25, 2022 | Site Page

Uniting for Ukraine

Uniting for Ukraine, a new streamlined process to provide Ukrainian citizens who have fled Russia's war of aggression to come to the United States.

Last Updated: April 21, 2022 | Press Releases

President Biden to Announce Uniting for Ukraine, a New Streamlined Process to Welcome Ukrainians Fleeing Russia's Invasion of Ukraine

The President will announce Uniting for Ukraine, a new streamlined process to provide Ukrainian citizens who have fled Russia’s unprovoked war of aggression opportunities to come to the United States, fulfilling President Biden’s commitment to welcome up to 100,000 Ukrainians and others fleeing Russia’s aggression as a result of the ongoing Russia-Ukraine crisis

Last Updated: March 31, 2022 | Fact Sheets

Fact Sheet: DHS Efforts to Assist Ukrainian Nationals

Following Russia’s unprovoked attack on Ukraine, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is providing support and humanitarian relief to Ukrainian nationals in need both in the United States and abroad. To provide pathways to the United States for Ukrainians seeking refuge, DHS is working to expand current legal pathways and develop new programs in support of the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to displaced Ukrainians. We are coordinating our efforts closely with our European allies and partners who are on the frontlines of this humanitarian crisis.

Last Updated: March 3, 2022 | Press Releases

Secretary Mayorkas Designates Ukraine for Temporary Protected Status for 18 Months

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the designation of Ukraine for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for 18 months.  

Last Updated: February 24, 2022 | Press Releases

DHS Designated as the Lead Federal Agency to Respond to Russia-Related Impacts to the United States

The President has designated the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) as the lead Federal agency to coordinate domestic preparedness and response efforts related to the current Russia-Ukraine crisis. While there are no specific threats to the homeland at this time, DHS is taking appropriate steps to ensure Federal efforts are coordinated should the need arise.