The European Commission has warned of a "huge risk" that children are being trafficked from Ukraine by criminal gangs.
The comments were made in Estonia on Monday (21 March) by EU home affairs commissioner, Ylva Johansson as a mass exodus of Ukrainians into neighbouring EU states continues.
Escaping civilians have faced escalating violence from Russian advances and aerial bombardments. In Mariupol, Enjoy access to all articles and 25 years of archives, comment and gift articles. Become a member for as low as €1,75 per week.To read this story, log in or subscribe