The world watches anxiously as the situation unfolds in Ukraine. In North Texas, there have been rallies and vigils in a show of solidarity with the Ukrainian people.
Many here still have close ties to the country and hope for the safety of loved ones. As people rallied in Downtown Fort Worth Sunday afternoon, many brought with them personal stories and names of loved ones they’re concerned for.
Like Nataliia Hays lived in North Texas now but said her mother’s sisters, her cousins, goddaughters, and friends are still in Ukraine. She helped organize Sunday’s rally while battling her own feelings of fear. She tells us her family is now hiding in the basement of an apartment building, not far from the sounds of explosions.It was early last month when Hays’ mother landed in Texas for what they thought would be just a two and half month visit. Now her mother plans to stay, while her family in Ukraine hopes to survive.for
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