british government to offer safe haven to those who have already lost so much. >> the british people have already opened their heart in so many ways. i am hopeful many will also be ready to open their homes, and to help those fleeing persecution find peace, healing, and the prospect of a brighter future. >> and in a sign of european solidarity, refugees of putin's war of choice are being welcomed in homes across the continent. here is cnn's liynda kinkade. >> reporter: mugs of tea served up in a kitchen in northern france. it is a warm welcome for some new faces at the table who desperately need a place to stay. this is europe's newest version of a blended family. ukrainian refugee kateryna and her family share a piece of cake with new housemates, who are celebrating mother's birthday. kateryna says she is grateful to share such a special day with them. it took her family a week of traveling to get to france from ukraine.