Czech Republic to allocate $14 million for humanitarian aid to Ukraine

The Czech government decided on Friday to allocate 300 million crowns (about $14 million) for humanitarian aid to Ukraine, Prime Minister Petr Fiala told a news conference, Report informs referring to RIA Novosti.

"Members of the government examined the situation in Ukraine in great detail and decided to allocate 300 million crowns for humanitarian aid to this country," the prime minister said.

Ukraine will also be provided with supplies of blood and fuel, Fiala said.

The Czech Republic also, according to the prime minister, suspends the issuance of long-term residence permits in the republic, and previously issued residence permits in the country will also be reviewed.