Russia says evacuation of Olesjky complete; residents choose Russia or Ukraine

Russia reports the completion of a humanitarian operation in the Ukrainian town of Olesjky, with evacuated residents now on the Crimean peninsula and free to choose their destination. The evacuation was initiated due to a looming famine in the Russian-occupied town, as stated by Ukraine. Melania Trump mediated the agreement, which allowed residents to leave and humanitarian aid to be delivered. Russia claims the operation proceeded without incident. Evacuees are being split into two groups near Armjansk in northern Crimea. The Ukrainian delegation previously stated that civilians would be taken to Anapa, Russia, then flown to Belarus before crossing the border into Ukraine by bus.