Civilians evacuated from Russian-occupied Oleshky crossed into Ukrainian-held territory and reunited with family and friends. Residents had endured years in the combat zone with limited food, water and electricity; some cooked garden weeds to survive. The evacuation followed a temporary ceasefire, and emergency supplies were given to those who remained.
WHO:
Oleshky residents and evacuees
WHAT:
Civilians evacuated from Oleshky crossed into Ukrainian-held territory and reunited with family and friends.
WHEN:
Reported Oct 31, 2026 at 1:53 PM ET
WHERE:
Oleshky, Ukraine
WHY:
A temporary ceasefire enabled the evacuation.
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