Aggressive attacks continue in Ukraine after the bombing of a bridge in Crimea, which served as an important Russian supply route.

Russian forces are now using kamikaze drones to deliver blows in Ukraine’s capital of Kyiv and other regions, damaging critical infrastructure. LA-based event planner Cat Libor has been traveling to Ukraine to help civilians and deliver much needed supplies.

Libor joined Lisa McRee on “LA Times Today” to talk about her most recent trip.

Compared to her first trips to Ukraine, Libor said this trip was focused less on immediate relief and more on planning for recovery and the future.

“It’s really more focused on the long game. So, strategically, how do we help make a difference that will make a difference for the Ukrainians three months from now, six months from now?" she said. "I think what’s really important is people are hesitant to donate money or supplies to organizations if they don’t know where the money is going. So, I wanted to meet with organizations that I’m supporting and people that are donating or supporting to get a better understanding of where the funds are going, how those operations work, and how we can best help them."

After the bridge in Crimea was destroyed, Vladimir Putin vowed to escalate violence and retaliate against Ukraine. Libor met civilians who are living through drone attacks and fighting back. One man in Kyiv has created his own drones to strike back.

“He has gotten together, his friends, engineers, people who know how to work 3D printers," Libor said. "And they’ve built an underground organization to fabricate drones themselves. Now, originally, those drones were utilized to send food and supplies into areas that couldn’t be reached by foot. Then those drones were used by the military for surveillance. And now those drones are used by the military in actual tactical operations. And it is incredible to see the operation firsthand."

Libor spoke about the outlook Ukrainians have as the war with Russia continues.  

“I know that the international support means the world to them. The United States in particular has made the biggest difference for them. They are so aware and so grateful of that. I encourage people to continue providing information or doing research... Write your local representatives and tell them that you support ongoing aid to Ukraine."

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