At 03:00 on October 27, 2026, a ceasefire was announced in the occupied city of Oleshky, confirmed by both Ukraine and Russia. This marks an important step towards the implementation of a humanitarian operation aimed at supporting the civilian population remaining in the city.
Purpose of the Humanitarian Operation
The humanitarian operation includes several key measures designed to alleviate the situation for Oleshky residents:
- Delivery of humanitarian aid to people still in the city;
- Creation of conditions for the unhindered evacuation of civilians;
- Ensuring the safety and rescue of residents.
Call from the General Staff
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine has urged the population to rely solely on official announcements and to refrain from disclosing unverified information. This pertains to routes, times, and locations of people and humanitarian convoys, which is critical for ensuring the safety of all participants in the operation.