Lubinets Presents Melania Trump With Ukraine’s Order of Princess Olga for Humanitarian Efforts

Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner Dmytro Lubinets bestowed upon U.S. First Lady Melania Trump Ukraine's Order of Princess Olga, First Class, during a White House meeting dedicated to aiding Ukrainians in occupied territories and returning children deported to Russia. Attendees included Ukrainian and Russian representatives, with Lubinets and Russian human rights commissioner Yana Lantratova representing Ukraine and Russia respectively. Both Russian representatives are under U.S. sanctions since 2022.

Melania Trump spoke about her role in rescuing civilians from Russian-occupied Oleshky in the Kherson region, detailing her involvement in every stage of the mission, from reviewing demining plans to coordinating evacuation routes and medical supplies. During a subsequent press conference, Lubinets presented Trump with the Ukrainian state award for her humanitarian efforts, crediting her personal involvement, support, and coordination for the successful rescue of civilians in Oleshky.

Lubinets emphasized Trump's continued support for humanitarian initiatives, noting that since October 2025, she has also championed efforts to return Ukrainian children from Russian-occupied territories. Over 30 children, including those from the Kherson Regional Children's Home and minors in Russian boarding institutions, have been returned to Ukraine, thanks to Trump's persistent efforts and personal engagement.

He also awarded Mark Beckman, an adviser to the U.S. first lady, Ukraine's presidential award, the Golden Heart, in recognition of his contributions to humanitarian efforts in Oleshky.