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Experiences of people returning abroad after short visits to Ukraine show gaps in housing, healthcare, income and safety. Low European gas inventories increase reliance on winter LNG procurement.
un · 2026-11-06
Visits to Ukraine outpace intentions to return permanently
An IOM study published on 6 November found that nearly nine in ten displaced Ukrainians crossing from Poland intended to stay for no more than 30 days; 8% planned a stay exceeding a month.
Low European gas stocks heighten competition for flexible LNG
The IEA reported Europe entering winter with its lowest gas stocks since 2013. Hormuz disruption cut Qatar and UAE loadings by over 60 bcm during March–October.
The ECB’s 17 October statement describes private-credit fund outflows and renewed redemption gates, alongside strong euro-area bank capital and liquidity buffers.