Evacuation from Oleshky: Residents depart for Ukraine

A joint Ukrainian-Russian humanitarian evacuation from occupied Oleshky, coordinated by US First Lady Melania Trump, has concluded, with residents departing for both Ukraine and Russia. This marked the first such bilateral mission since the full-scale war began. The operation, led by ombudsmen Dmitry Lubinets and Yana Lantratova, used a convoy of 25 buses, 9 ambulances, and specialized vehicles for the bedridden and pets. The exact number of evacuees is unconfirmed, though Prime Minister Sergey Koretsky initially cited 527 people returning to Ukraine. Those heading to Ukrainian-controlled territory face a long route via Anapa, Russia, and Belarus. The ceasefire in the area is expected to last until 22:59 on November 1, with officials reporting no violations during the 87-hour truce.