The European Union is reconsidering its policy on the Temporary Protection Directive (TPD), which was implemented to support Ukrainian refugees fleeing the war. Ylva Johansson, the EU's special envoy for Ukrainians, has indicated that she expects the scheme to end as planned, despite initial extensions. This directive has been crucial in providing various forms of assistance, including residence permits and access to essential services like healthcare and education, since its inception shortly after the Russia-Ukraine conflict escalated in 2022. Moreover, the TPD was initially set to expire in March 2025, but the European Commission extended it last year to March 2027 while beginning discussions around a gradual phase-out. Johansson's recent comments point to a sentiment among EU officials that five years may be a sufficient timeframe for temporary measures, suggesting a shift in focus towards integrating Ukrainian refugees into EU countries or returning them to their homeland as conditions improve. This potential change could have significant implications for the future of Ukrainian refugees in the EU. If the TPD is allowed to expire without renewal, thousands of Ukrainians may face uncertainty regarding their legal status and access to support services, raising concerns about their long-term future and integration within European societies.