To stay or risk the 'Road of Death' - Ukrainian civilians trapped in frontline city
Summary
Thousands of civilians remain trapped in the Ukrainian frontline city of Oleshky, where food and medicine supplies are scarce. The main escape route, called the "Road of Death," is heavily mined, making evacuation dangerous but necessary for those suffering there.Key Facts
- Oleshky is a city in southern Ukraine near the Dnipro river, currently under Russian occupation.
- About 2,000 people still live in Oleshky with limited access to fresh food and medicine.
- The city is cut off by damaged bridges and dangerous roads rigged with mines.
- The "Road of Death" is a heavily mined escape route, making travel risky and deadly.
- Some evacuations have been possible recently, organized by volunteers despite the danger.
- Satellite images show damaged and burnt vehicles along evacuation routes, confirming the risk.
- Residents rely heavily on volunteers and aid groups for supplies like pasta and canned food.
- Ukrainian forces control the other side of the Dnipro river near Kherson, preventing safe passage.
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