Ukrainian Refugee in Belgium Wins 500,000 Euros in Lottery Amidst Mixed Emotions

Amidst the chaos of war in Ukraine, a young man who fled to Belgium as a refugee has experienced a life-altering moment by winning 500,000 euros through a scratch card, as announced by Belgium's National Lottery.

Joke Vermoere, a spokesperson for the National Lottery, described the winner's emotions as mixed, understanding the difficulty of finding joy while one's country is in turmoil.

The man, aged between 18 and 24, purchased the winning scratch card worth five euros ($5.40) at a petrol station on May 16.

Having resided in Brussels for a year, this lottery win brings a glimmer of hope to the young Ukrainian refugee, illustrating the power of unexpected fortune amidst challenging circumstances.