After the Russian invasion began hundreds of Ukrainians found themselves stranded in Calais as they tried to navigate the UK visa process.
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At the same time, on the outskirts of the city thousands of other refugees have been living outside in harsh conditions throughout all of winter.

This video tells their story: the reality of life inside the ‘jungle’, the constant police evictions and the NGOs struggling to deliver food and water.

The UK and French governments have spent millions on trying to prevent border crossings but refugees still attempt to jump on lorries most nights.

Residents also complain of their city becoming increasingly militarised and ask if the Ukraine situation might change things for the other refugees.

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