Ukraine Offers To Send Firefighters To California
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Russian propagandists created fake content involving USA Today and Instagram story by American actress Jamie Lee Curtis — Ukrinform.
Canada, Mexico, Ukraine and Iran have all offered support to Los Angeles as wildfires continue to destroy the Californian city's landscape and infrastructure. Newsweek has contacted the office of California Governor Gavin Newsom for comment and updates on help that has been sent to the state.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's offer comes as firefighters from Mexico and Canada have joined domestic efforts to bring the raging fires under control.
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“Bro gave $700 billion to Ukraine, and $700 dollar to American citizens.” Netizens pointed out that the president’s monetary relief for the victims of California fires would need approval first. “The president needs Congressional approval to send more, for those who don’t know,” a person pointed out.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the President of Ukraine, has offered to deploy firemen from his nation to help put out the massive flames in California.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Sunday that his country has offered assistance on the California wildfires. “Today, I instructed Ukraine’s Minister of Internal Affairs and our diplomats to prepare for the possible participation of our rescuers in combating the wildfires in California,
Yes, the Los Angeles County Fire Department donated surplus equipment to Ukraine in March 2022. On March 17, 2022, the Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACFD) announced it was donating “surplus” equipment to help first responders in Ukraine.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky offered assistance to wildfire-ravaged Los Angeles, saying Ukraine's firefighters can "help Americans save lives" as the city struggles to combat new blazes.