# EU Extends Right to Stay for Ukrainians, With Military-Age Men Excluded
EU member state ambassadors have approved a proposal to extend temporary protection rights for Ukrainian refugees until March 2028. The extended status permits eligible Ukrainians to live, work, and access benefits across the European Union for an additional period as the conflict continues into its fifth year.
The extension notably excludes military-age men from Ukraine, creating a distinction in who may remain under the prolonged protection scheme. This stipulation reflects considerations around obligations related to Ukraine's ongoing defense needs during wartime.
The approval by ambassadors represents a significant commitment from EU member states to maintain humanitarian protections for displaced Ukrainians fleeing the conflict. The March 2028 deadline provides clarity on the duration of these temporary protections as the war persists.
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