Tim Mak1d ago

Good morning to readers; #Kyiv remains in #Ukrainian hands.

After #miscarriages and failed #IVF, Lucy hated herself and her husband for choosing her.

Years later, they flew across the world to war-torn #Ukraine to make their parenthood dream come true.

https://www.counteroffensive.news/p/why-americans-come-for-treatment

Why Americans come for treatment in a warzone

Lucy couldn’t afford treatment in the U.S., so she flew halfway around the world to a country at war, all so she could finally have children of her own.

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“We always wanted a child, but first we had one miscarriage, then another. We spent a lot of money on treatment and IVF, but nothing worked out,” shared Lucy*.
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Lucy and Brad lived in #Colorado. They had been dreaming of having a child ever since they met 14 years ago, but when they finally decided to try for a #baby, they discovered that the journey was much more difficult and longer than they had imagined.
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After four years of infertility treatment and three unsuccessful #IVF (in vitro fertilization) attempts, they decided to explore surrogacy; however, upon learning the cost of the process in the United #States, they had to consider more affordable international options.
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So, they chose #Ukraine.

Even before the #war, Ukraine was one of #Europe’s leading destinations for medical tourism - primarily for dentistry, fertility treatments, and plastic surgery, these figures dropped significantly since the start of the full-scale #invasion.

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But the healthcare sector is adapting and continues to treat patients. Clinics are purchasing generators, setting up shelters, and providing services though risking disruption.
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Want to find out why foreigners and #Ukrainian r#efugees choose to come to war-torn Ukraine for healthcare? Check out the link.

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NEWS OF THE DAY:

RUSSIA SENDS UPGRADED DRONES TO #IRAN: #Russia is reportedly sending upgraded drones to Iran. They are based on Iranian #Shahed models that Russia has refined during the war against #Ukraine, adding improved navigation, anti-jamming systems, and AI capabilities.

https://apnews.com/article/russia-iran-drones-shahed-war-israel-ukraine-840b4f885d99714bdb7813c0d56213cf

Iran is getting upgraded drones from Moscow amid Middle East tensions, officials say

U.S. and European officials have told The Associated Press that Russia is sending a shipment of drones to Iran including upgraded versions of the drone technology that Tehran originally supplied to Moscow after its invasion of Ukraine. The European official said the two sides have been holding active discussions throughout March about transferring the drones from Russia to Iran. It's not clear if the delivery is a one-time shipment or the first in a series. And the officials say they don't know the number of drones being sent. The Kremlin has denied the reports. The officials say the upgraded drones could carry more advanced anti-jamming technology, cameras, or use satellite internet.

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#UKRAINE AND #UAE TO COOPERATE ON DEFENSE: #Zelenskyy met with the UAE’s President, Sheikh #Mohammed ‌bin Zayed Al Nahyan, to discuss a forthcoming security and #defense cooperation.

https://aje.news/pg663c?update=4441644

Iran war updates: Houthis target Israel again; Iran says infrastructure hit

These were the updates on the US-Israeli war on Iran on Saturday, March 28, 2026.

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#FINLAND TO CHECK #WEAPONS DELIVERIES TO #UKRAINE: Finland’s defense minister announced that they will verify whether #US weapons purchased by #NATO members are reaching Ukraine, following reports that the Pentagon might redirect that equipment to the Middle #East.

https://www.pravda.com.ua/ ттeng/news/2026/03/26/8027339/

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Check out our #Iran coverage via the link.

https://www.iranwar.news/

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DOG OF WAR:

Nastia met this cute pup. His name is Lilu.

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