On October 25, 2026, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced the start of a humanitarian mission in Oleshky, which will last for several days. This mission will involve representatives from the USA, Ukraine, and Russia.
Mission Objectives and Demining
According to the information provided by Zelensky, the main goal of the mission is to evacuate local residents. To achieve this, it is necessary to de-mine the roads that were mined during the conflict. The President noted that the Russian side is responsible for the demining of the roads.
Evacuation Plans and Challenges
Zelensky also expressed hope that, despite the challenges, some people would be evacuated to the territory controlled by Ukraine. However, there is a risk that the Russians may organize the demining in such a way that local residents would be directed towards Russia. This raises concerns among the Ukrainian authorities and international observers.
Ceasefire Regime
To ensure the successful conduct of the humanitarian mission in Oleshky, a ceasefire regime has been declared, which will last for several days. This will help ensure safety during the evacuation and demining operations. The authorities hope that this step will reduce risks for the civilian population and facilitate the successful completion of the mission.