As the war in Ukraine marks its third year, over 80,000 Ukrainian refugees have sought safety in Norway, striving to rebuild their lives.

Among them is 17-year-old Matvi Malawisco, who finds solace in ice hockey, a sport that unites him with teammates from Kharkiv.

For many, the rink is a refuge from the harsh realities of war, as they avoid discussing the conflict and focus on camaraderie.

Meanwhile, Olena Demydova, another refugee, is working to create a stable future for her children in Norway, despite the uncertainty of returning to a war-torn Ukraine.

Back home, the situation remains dire.

Western intelligence warns of a potential new Russian offensive, even as talks of peace negotiations between the U.

S. and Russia surface.

Amid these tensions, Europe is preparing to bolster military support for Ukraine, with discussions of deploying a 30,000-strong security force to protect key cities and infrastructure.

The resilience of Ukrainians, both at home and abroad, continues to shine through in the face of immense challenges.