Ukraine and Russia are finalizing the details of the evacuation of civilians from the Oleshky community.
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This was announced by the Verkhovna Rada Commissioner for Human Rights, Dmytro Lubinets, on the Espresso TV channel.
According to the ombudsman, the Russian side has considered all of Ukraine’s proposals for organizing the evacuation. The parties are finalizing the details, including the introduction of a ceasefire, which should ensure the safe departure of civilians.
The evacuation could include not only Oleshky but also six other nearby settlements. According to Ukrainian estimates, approximately 6,000 civilians, including up to 200 children, remain in these areas. Up to 2,000 people may be in Oleshky itself.
Lubinets noted that negotiations with the Russian side continue daily. Despite the complex issues, he believes Ukraine has made significant progress in agreeing on the terms of the evacuation.
Final agreements have not yet been reached. The parties must agree on a ceasefire to allow people to leave occupied settlements and travel to Ukrainian-controlled territory.