On September 26, 2026, during the match between the national teams of Ukraine and Hungary held at the Puskás Aréna in Budapest, Ukrainian fans organized a campaign to support the residents of temporarily occupied Oleshky in the Kherson region. The fans unfurled a banner reading "Save Oleshky," drawing attention to the critical situation in the city.
The Situation in Oleshky
According to the Kherson Regional Military Administration, fewer than 2,000 people remain in Oleshky, who find themselves in conditions of humanitarian catastrophe. Russian military forces are not allowing them to leave, creating serious risks for their lives.
Humanitarian Catastrophe
The residents of Oleshky are facing numerous hardships, including:
- insufficient food;
- lack of water;
- the presence of dead bodies on the streets.
This situation raises concerns not only among local residents but also globally, as humanitarian conditions in occupied territories remain critical.