Russia’s Defence Ministry accused Ukraine of striking Russian-controlled Oleshky 18 times with artillery and carrying out more than 120 drone attacks on the town and nearby main roads since October 19. The ministry said the attacks disrupted food and medicine deliveries and prevented people from leaving, ahead of a ceasefire due to begin October 27. The claims could not be independently verified.
WHO:Russia’s Defence Ministry
WHAT:Accused Ukraine of repeatedly striking Oleshky with artillery and drones.
WHEN:Oct 26, 2026
WHERE:Oleshky, Ukraine
WHY:The ministry said the alleged strikes disrupted aid deliveries and stopped people from leaving ahead of a planned local ceasefire.
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