Ukrainian Boy With Phone Number Written on Hand Travels 600 Miles To Safety in Slovakia

This accounts for nearly a quarter of Ukraine’s population.

One such story involves an 11-year-old boy from Ukraine named Hassan Al-Khalaf.

She herself had to stay behind to care for her elderly mother.

Hassan Al-Khalaf

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They contacted his relatives in the country using the phone number written on his hand.

I was very scare, Al-Khalaf admits.

The boy was soon reunited with his four older siblings in Slovakia.

Phone Number Written on Hassan Al-Khalaf’s Hand

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Although relieved to have their little brother safe and with them, they were still concerned about their mother.

I could not leave my mother.

Although Al-Khalaf had shown tremendous courage, he did go through some hardships along the way.

Hassan Al-Khalaf Crosses Slovakia Border

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However scared, the brave boy remained calm and focused on the goal at hand.

Now, Al-Khalaf has since been reunited with his mother.

The train ride was very difficult, Pisetskaya also says.

Volunteers help Hassan Al-Khalaf

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Hundreds were crammed in a single car.

But we had to escape so our family could be back together.

Now, the young boy has become a compelling symbol of Ukrainian bravery.

Hassan Al-Khalaf reunites with his mom