Oleshky evacuees reunite with families after truce allows crossing into Ukraine
Summary
A temporary truce in Ukraine’s Kherson region enabled civilians to leave Russian-occupied Oleshky and cross into Ukrainian-held territory, where families and aid groups welcomed them. Ukrainian officials have not disclosed how many people evacuated, while Melania Trump said the convoy could safely evacuate more than 750 people.Key Facts
- The rescue operation began on Friday, and evacuees crossed into Ukrainian-held territory on Saturday.
- The truce began early Tuesday and was expected to last through Sunday evening.
- Residents described shortages of staple food and dangers from drones and landmines in Oleshky.
- About 2,000 people were estimated to remain in the city when the truce took effect; they could leave for Ukrainian- or Russian-held territory or stay with replenished supplies.
- Ukrainian authorities have withheld the number of evacuees and details of their route.
- Melania Trump said on Friday that the humanitarian convoy could safely evacuate more than 750 people.
- Ukraine’s human rights ombudsman said evacuees ranged from just over one year old to 94 and brought pets.
- Relatives and volunteers from the Red Cross, Doctors Without Borders and World Central Kitchen met evacuees at the border.
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