How the letter Z became the Russian swastika

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By appealing to this human spirit, we support a huge initiative to raise money for refugees from Ukraine.

For, of course, no one can help but be touched by the heartbreaking images and stories of families – mostly women, children, the infirm and the elderly – fleeing the invading Russian armed forces.

As the number of suffering increases in the coming days and months, these innocent victims of the tyrant will need housing, schools and medical care.

Donations to the Mail Force Ukraine Appeal will be used to help charities providing such important services.

In the name of mercy and compassion, we call on all our readers to donate quickly and generously.

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