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Controversy Over Christmas Crib in Grand Place - Brussels

Belgian designer, artistic director and entrepreneur Jean-Paul Lespagnard pose beside the Christmas tree that he decorated in Brussels Grand-Place on November 28, 2025 in Liege, Belgium. In 2025 Brussels installed a "faceless,inclusive" nativity scene made from recycled textiles at the GrandPlace, prompting criticism that the redesign erases traditional religious imagery while supporters tout it as a modern, secular interpretation; simultaneously, the European Parliament displayed a nativity scene for the first time, sparking debate over whether such a display could be seen as offensive to nonbelievers. - Photo by Monasse T/ANDBZ/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Controversy Over Christmas Crib in Grand Place - Brussels

Dean Benoit Lobet talks to media about the controversial nativity scene in Brussels Grand-Place on November 28, 2025 in Brussels, Belgium. In 2025 Brussels installed a "faceless,inclusive" nativity scene made from recycled textiles at the GrandPlace, prompting criticism that the redesign erases traditional religious imagery while supporters tout it as a modern, secular interpretation; simultaneously, the European Parliament displayed a nativity scene for the first time, sparking debate over whether such a display could be seen as offensive to nonbelievers - Photo by Monasse T/ANDBZ/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Controversy Over Christmas Crib in Grand Place - Brussels

(L-R) Dean Benoit Lobet, Belgian designer, artistic director and entrepreneur Jean-Paul Lespagnard, Brussels Mayor Philippe Close, the German born interior architect and designer Victoria Maria Geyer talk to media about the controversial nativity scene in Brussels Grand-Place on November 28, 2025 in Brussels, Belgium. In 2025 Brussels installed a "faceless,inclusive" nativity scene made from recycled textiles at the GrandPlace, prompting criticism that the redesign erases traditional religious imagery while supporters tout it as a modern, secular interpretation; simultaneously, the European Parliament displayed a nativity scene for the first time, sparking debate over whether such a display could be seen as offensive to nonbelievers - Photo by Monasse T/ANDBZ/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Controversy Over Christmas Crib in Grand Place - Brussels

Brussels Mayor Philippe Close talks to media about the controversial nativity scene in Brussels Grand-Place on November 28, 2025 in Brussels, Belgium. In 2025 Brussels installed a "faceless,inclusive" nativity scene made from recycled textiles at the GrandPlace, prompting criticism that the redesign erases traditional religious imagery while supporters tout it as a modern, secular interpretation; simultaneously, the European Parliament displayed a nativity scene for the first time, sparking debate over whether such a display could be seen as offensive to nonbelievers. - Photo by Monasse T/ANDBZ/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Controversy Over Christmas Crib in Grand Place - Brussels

Belgian designer, artistic director and entrepreneur Jean-Paul Lespagnard (L) the Brussels Mayor Philippe Close (C) and the German born interior architect and designer Victoria Maria Geyer (R) and the dean Benoit Lobet talk to media about the controversial nativity scene in Brussels Grand-Place on November 28, 2025 in Brussels, Belgium. In 2025 Brussels installed a "faceless,inclusive" nativity scene made from recycled textiles at the GrandPlace, prompting criticism that the redesign erases traditional religious imagery while supporters tout it as a modern, secular interpretation; simultaneously, the European Parliament displayed a nativity scene for the first time, sparking debate over whether such a display could be seen as offensive to nonbelievers - Photo by Monasse T/ANDBZ/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Controversy Over Christmas Crib in Grand Place - Brussels

German born interior architect and designer Victoria Maria Geyer (L) and the dean Benoit Lobet (R) talk to media about the controversial nativity scene in Brussels Grand-Place on November 28, 2025 in Brussels, Belgium. In 2025 Brussels installed a "faceless,inclusive" nativity scene made from recycled textiles at the GrandPlace, prompting criticism that the redesign erases traditional religious imagery while supporters tout it as a modern, secular interpretation; simultaneously, the European Parliament displayed a nativity scene for the first time, sparking debate over whether such a display could be seen as offensive to nonbelievers - Photo by Monasse T/ANDBZ/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Controversy Over Christmas Crib in Grand Place - Brussels

(L-R) Belgian designer, artistic director and entrepreneur Jean-Paul Lespagnard, Brussels Mayor Philippe Close, the German born interior architect and designer Victoria Maria Geyer, and the dean Benoit Lobet talk to media about the controversial nativity scene in Brussels Grand-Place on November 28, 2025 in Brussels, Belgium. In 2025 Brussels installed a "faceless,inclusive" nativity scene made from recycled textiles at the GrandPlace, prompting criticism that the redesign erases traditional religious imagery while supporters tout it as a modern, secular interpretation; simultaneously, the European Parliament displayed a nativity scene for the first time, sparking debate over whether such a display could be seen as offensive to nonbelievers - Photo by Monasse T/ANDBZ/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Controversy Over Christmas Crib in Grand Place - Brussels

(L-R) Belgian designer, artistic director and entrepreneur Jean-Paul Lespagnard, Brussels Mayor Philippe Close, the German born interior architect and designer Victoria Maria Geyer, and the dean Benoit Lobet talk to media about the controversial nativity scene in Brussels Grand-Place on November 28, 2025 in Brussels, Belgium. In 2025 Brussels installed a "faceless,inclusive" nativity scene made from recycled textiles at the GrandPlace, prompting criticism that the redesign erases traditional religious imagery while supporters tout it as a modern, secular interpretation; simultaneously, the European Parliament displayed a nativity scene for the first time, sparking debate over whether such a display could be seen as offensive to nonbelievers - Photo by Monasse T/ANDBZ/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Controversy Over Christmas Crib in Grand Place - Brussels

German born interior architect and designer Victoria Maria Geyer (L) and the Brussels Mayor Philippe Close (R) pose beside the controversial nativity scene in Brussels Grand-Place on November 28, 2025 in Brussels, Belgium. In 2025 Brussels installed a "faceless,inclusive" nativity scene made from recycled textiles at the GrandPlace, prompting criticism that the redesign erases traditional religious imagery while supporters tout it as a modern, secular interpretation; simultaneously, the European Parliament displayed a nativity scene for the first time, sparking debate over whether such a display could be seen as offensive to nonbelievers. - Photo by Monasse T/ANDBZ/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Controversy Over Christmas Crib in Grand Place - Brussels

Belgian designer, artistic director and entrepreneur Jean-Paul Lespagnard talks to media about the controversial nativity scene in Brussels Grand-Place on November 28, 2025 in Brussels, Belgium. In 2025 Brussels installed a "faceless,inclusive" nativity scene made from recycled textiles at the GrandPlace, prompting criticism that the redesign erases traditional religious imagery while supporters tout it as a modern, secular interpretation; simultaneously, the European Parliament displayed a nativity scene for the first time, sparking debate over whether such a display could be seen as offensive to nonbelievers - Photo by Monasse T/ANDBZ/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Controversy Over Christmas Crib in Grand Place - Brussels

German born interior architect and designer Victoria Maria Geyer pose beside the controversial nativity scene in Brussels Grand-Place on November 28, 2025 in Brussels, Belgium. In 2025 Brussels installed a "faceless,inclusive" nativity scene made from recycled textiles at the GrandPlace, prompting criticism that the redesign erases traditional religious imagery while supporters tout it as a modern, secular interpretation; simultaneously, the European Parliament displayed a nativity scene for the first time, sparking debate over whether such a display could be seen as offensive to nonbelievers - Photo by Monasse T/ANDBZ/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Controversy Over Christmas Crib in Grand Place - Brussels

The controversial nativity scene is seen in Brussels Grand-Place on November 28, 2025 in Brussels, Belgium. In 2025 Brussels installed a "faceless,inclusive" nativity scene made from recycled textiles at the GrandPlace, prompting criticism that the redesign erases traditional religious imagery while supporters tout it as a modern, secular interpretation; simultaneously, the European Parliament displayed a nativity scene for the first time, sparking debate over whether such a display could be seen as offensive to nonbelievers - Photo by Monasse T/ANDBZ/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Controversy Over Christmas Crib in Grand Place - Brussels

Brussels Mayor Philippe Close (L) and the German born interior architect and designer Victoria Maria Geyer (R) talks to media about the controversial nativity scene in Brussels Grand-Place on November 28, 2025 in Brussels, Belgium. In 2025 Brussels installed a "faceless,inclusive" nativity scene made from recycled textiles at the GrandPlace, prompting criticism that the redesign erases traditional religious imagery while supporters tout it as a modern, secular interpretation; simultaneously, the European Parliament displayed a nativity scene for the first time, sparking debate over whether such a display could be seen as offensive to nonbelievers. - Photo by Monasse T/ANDBZ/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Controversy Over Christmas Crib in Grand Place - Brussels

The controversial nativity scene is seen in Brussels Grand-Place on November 28, 2025 in Brussels, Belgium. In 2025 Brussels installed a "faceless,inclusive" nativity scene made from recycled textiles at the GrandPlace, prompting criticism that the redesign erases traditional religious imagery while supporters tout it as a modern, secular interpretation; simultaneously, the European Parliament displayed a nativity scene for the first time, sparking debate over whether such a display could be seen as offensive to nonbelievers - Photo by Monasse T/ANDBZ/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Meets Global Finance & Technology Network Board - The Hague

Queen Maxima meets with members of the International Advisory Board of the Global Finance & Technology Network (GFTN) at Huis ten Bosch Palace on February 14, 2025, in The Hague, The Netherlands. The GFTN promotes efficient, resilient, and inclusive financial systems worldwide, and Queen Maxima has chaired the board since July 1, 2025, as the UN Secretary-General’s Special Advocate for Financial Health (UNSGSA). Photo by NLBeeld/POOL/Albet Nieboer/Bruno Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Meets Global Finance & Technology Network Board - The Hague

Queen Maxima meets with members of the International Advisory Board of the Global Finance & Technology Network (GFTN) at Huis ten Bosch Palace on February 14, 2025, in The Hague, The Netherlands. The GFTN promotes efficient, resilient, and inclusive financial systems worldwide, and Queen Maxima has chaired the board since July 1, 2025, as the UN Secretary-General’s Special Advocate for Financial Health (UNSGSA). Photo by NLBeeld/POOL/Albet Nieboer/Bruno Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Meets Global Finance & Technology Network Board - The Hague

Queen Maxima meets with members of the International Advisory Board of the Global Finance & Technology Network (GFTN) at Huis ten Bosch Palace on February 14, 2025, in The Hague, The Netherlands. The GFTN promotes efficient, resilient, and inclusive financial systems worldwide, and Queen Maxima has chaired the board since July 1, 2025, as the UN Secretary-General’s Special Advocate for Financial Health (UNSGSA). Photo by NLBeeld/POOL/Albet Nieboer/Bruno Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Meets Global Finance & Technology Network Board - The Hague

Queen Maxima meets with members of the International Advisory Board of the Global Finance & Technology Network (GFTN) at Huis ten Bosch Palace on February 14, 2025, in The Hague, The Netherlands. The GFTN promotes efficient, resilient, and inclusive financial systems worldwide, and Queen Maxima has chaired the board since July 1, 2025, as the UN Secretary-General’s Special Advocate for Financial Health (UNSGSA). Photo by NLBeeld/POOL/Albet Nieboer/Bruno Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Meets Global Finance & Technology Network Board - The Hague

Queen Maxima meets with members of the International Advisory Board of the Global Finance & Technology Network (GFTN) at Huis ten Bosch Palace on February 14, 2025, in The Hague, The Netherlands. The GFTN promotes efficient, resilient, and inclusive financial systems worldwide, and Queen Maxima has chaired the board since July 1, 2025, as the UN Secretary-General’s Special Advocate for Financial Health (UNSGSA). Photo by NLBeeld/POOL/Albet Nieboer/Bruno Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Queen Maxima Meets Global Finance & Technology Network Board - The Hague

Queen Maxima meets with members of the International Advisory Board of the Global Finance & Technology Network (GFTN) at Huis ten Bosch Palace on February 14, 2025, in The Hague, The Netherlands. The GFTN promotes efficient, resilient, and inclusive financial systems worldwide, and Queen Maxima has chaired the board since July 1, 2025, as the UN Secretary-General’s Special Advocate for Financial Health (UNSGSA). Photo by NLBeeld/POOL/Albet Nieboer/Bruno Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Baikho Festival - India

Rabha tribal women in traditional attire compete against men in a spirited tug-of-war during Baikho festival celebrations in Pantan village, Kamrup, in India's northeastern state of Assam on June 11, 2025. The annual gender-inclusive ritual honors the community's wealth deity while petitioning for abundant rains and a successful harvest season. Photo by Hafiz Ahmed/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Baikho Festival - India

Rabha tribal women in traditional attire compete against men in a spirited tug-of-war during Baikho festival celebrations in Pantan village, Kamrup, in India's northeastern state of Assam on June 11, 2025. The annual gender-inclusive ritual honors the community's wealth deity while petitioning for abundant rains and a successful harvest season. Photo by Hafiz Ahmed/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Baikho Festival - India

Rabha tribal women in traditional attire compete against men in a spirited tug-of-war during Baikho festival celebrations in Pantan village, Kamrup, in India's northeastern state of Assam on June 11, 2025. The annual gender-inclusive ritual honors the community's wealth deity while petitioning for abundant rains and a successful harvest season. Photo by Hafiz Ahmed/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Baikho Festival - India

Rabha tribal women in traditional attire compete against men in a spirited tug-of-war during Baikho festival celebrations in Pantan village, Kamrup, in India's northeastern state of Assam on June 11, 2025. The annual gender-inclusive ritual honors the community's wealth deity while petitioning for abundant rains and a successful harvest season. Photo by Hafiz Ahmed/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Baikho Festival - India

Rabha tribal women in traditional attire compete against men in a spirited tug-of-war during Baikho festival celebrations in Pantan village, Kamrup, in India's northeastern state of Assam on June 11, 2025. The annual gender-inclusive ritual honors the community's wealth deity while petitioning for abundant rains and a successful harvest season. Photo by Hafiz Ahmed/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Official handover of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools in Kyiv

Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to Ukraine Masashi Nakagome is seen during the handover ceremony of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools, Kyiv, Ukraine, on May 21, 2025. (Photo by Kyrylo Chubotin/Ukrinform)

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Official handover of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools in Kyiv

An adapted car is pictured during the handover ceremony to an inclusive driving school, Kyiv, Ukraine, on May 21, 2025. (Photo by Kyrylo Chubotin/Ukrinform)

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Official handover of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools in Kyiv

A sticker is seen on the windshield of an adapted car during the handover ceremony to an inclusive driving school, Kyiv, Ukraine, on May 21, 2025. (Photo by Kyrylo Chubotin/Ukrinform)

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Official handover of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools in Kyiv

Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs of Ukraine Kateryna Pavlichenko speaks during the handover ceremony of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools, Kyiv, Ukraine, on May 21, 2025. (Photo by Kyrylo Chubotin/Ukrinform)

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Official handover of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools in Kyiv

A wheel of an adapted car is seen during the handover ceremony to an inclusive driving school, Kyiv, Ukraine, on May 21, 2025.(Photo by Kyrylo Chubotin/Ukrinform)

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Official handover of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools in Kyiv

Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs of Ukraine Kateryna Pavlichenko, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to Ukraine Masashi Nakagome and UNDP Deputy Resident Representative in Ukraine Christoforos Politis (R to L) attend the handover ceremony of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools, Kyiv, Ukraine, on May 21, 2025. (Photo by Kyrylo Chubotin/Ukrinform)

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Official handover of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools in Kyiv

Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to Ukraine Masashi Nakagome and Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs of Ukraine Kateryna Pavlichenko attend the handover ceremony of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools, Kyiv, Ukraine, on May 21, 2025. (Photo by Kyrylo Chubotin/Ukrinform)

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Official handover of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools in Kyiv

UNDP Deputy Resident Representative in Ukraine Christoforos Politis attends the handover ceremony of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools, Kyiv, Ukraine, on May 21, 2025. (Photo by Kyrylo Chubotin/Ukrinform)

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Official handover of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools in Kyiv

A wheel of an adapted car is seen during the handover ceremony to an inclusive driving school, Kyiv, Ukraine, on May 21, 2025.(Photo by Kyrylo Chubotin/Ukrinform)

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Official handover of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools in Kyiv

Adapted cars are pictured during the handover ceremony to an inclusive driving school, Kyiv, Ukraine, on May 21, 2025. (Photo by Kyrylo Chubotin/Ukrinform)

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Official handover of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools in Kyiv

Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs of Ukraine Kateryna Pavlichenko attends the handover ceremony of adapted vehicles to inclusive driving schools, Kyiv, Ukraine, on May 21, 2025. (Photo by Kyrylo Chubotin/Ukrinform)

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Official handover of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools in Kyiv

Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to Ukraine Masashi Nakagome and Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs of Ukraine Kateryna Pavlichenko (L) attend the handover ceremony of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools, Kyiv, Ukraine, on May 21, 2025. (Photo by Kyrylo Chubotin/Ukrinform)

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Official handover of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools in Kyiv

Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs of Ukraine Kateryna Pavlichenko speaks during the handover ceremony of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools, Kyiv, Ukraine, on May 21, 2025. (Photo by Kyrylo Chubotin/Ukrinform)

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Official handover of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools in Kyiv

A sticker is seen on the windshield of an adapted car during the handover ceremony to an inclusive driving school, Kyiv, Ukraine, on May 21, 2025. (Photo by Kyrylo Chubotin/Ukrinform)

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Official handover of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools in Kyiv

Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs of Ukraine Kateryna Pavlichenko is seen during the handover ceremony of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools, Kyiv, Ukraine, on May 21, 2025. (Photo by Kyrylo Chubotin/Ukrinform)

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Official handover of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools in Kyiv

Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs of Ukraine Kateryna Pavlichenko, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to Ukraine Masashi Nakagome and UNDP Deputy Resident Representative in Ukraine Christoforos Politis (R to L) attend the handover ceremony of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools, Kyiv, Ukraine, on May 21, 2025. (Photo by Kyrylo Chubotin/Ukrinform)

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Official handover of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools in Kyiv

Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to Ukraine Masashi Nakagome (R) and UNDP Deputy Resident Representative in Ukraine Christoforos Politis attend the handover ceremony of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools, Kyiv, Ukraine, on May 21, 2025. (Photo by Kyrylo Chubotin/Ukrinform)

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Official handover of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools in Kyiv

Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to Ukraine Masashi Nakagome speaks during the handover ceremony of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools, Kyiv, Ukraine, on May 21, 2025. (Photo by Kyrylo Chubotin/Ukrinform)

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Official handover of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools in Kyiv

UNDP Deputy Resident Representative in Ukraine Christoforos Politis attends the handover ceremony of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools, Kyiv, Ukraine, on May 21, 2025. (Photo by Kyrylo Chubotin/Ukrinform)

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Official handover of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools in Kyiv

Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs of Ukraine Kateryna Pavlichenko and UNDP Deputy Resident Representative in Ukraine Christoforos Politis attend the handover ceremony of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools, Kyiv, Ukraine, on May 21, 2025. (Photo by Kyrylo Chubotin/Ukrinform)

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Official handover of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools in Kyiv

Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to Ukraine Masashi Nakagome speaks during the handover ceremony of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools, Kyiv, Ukraine, on May 21, 2025. (Photo by Kyrylo Chubotin/Ukrinform)

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Official handover of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools in Kyiv

UNDP Deputy Resident Representative in Ukraine Christoforos Politis (R), Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs of Ukraine Kateryna Pavlichenko and Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to Ukraine Masashi Nakagome attend the handover ceremony of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools, Kyiv, Ukraine, on May 21, 2025. (Photo by Kyrylo Chubotin/Ukrinform)

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Official handover of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools in Kyiv

UNDP Deputy Resident Representative in Ukraine Christoforos Politis (R), Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs of Ukraine Kateryna Pavlichenko and Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to Ukraine Masashi Nakagome attend the handover ceremony of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools, Kyiv, Ukraine, on May 21, 2025. (Photo by Kyrylo Chubotin/Ukrinform)

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Official handover of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools in Kyiv

UNDP Deputy Resident Representative in Ukraine Christoforos Politis, Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs of Ukraine Kateryna Pavlichenko and Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to Ukraine Masashi Nakagome (R to L) attend the handover ceremony of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools, Kyiv, Ukraine, on May 21, 2025. (Photo by Kyrylo Chubotin/Ukrinform)

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Official handover of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools in Kyiv

UNDP Deputy Resident Representative in Ukraine Christoforos Politis, Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs of Ukraine Kateryna Pavlichenko and Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to Ukraine Masashi Nakagome (R to L) attend the handover ceremony of adapted vehicles for inclusive driving schools, Kyiv, Ukraine, on May 21, 2025. (Photo by Kyrylo Chubotin/Ukrinform)