Evacuated Oleshky residents reunited with families at Ukraine-Belarus border
Residents from the southern Ukrainian city of Oleshky have crossed into the north following a temporary ceasefire.
At a glance
- Oleshky residents evacuated to the northern Ukraine-Belarus border
- Evacuations occurred during a temporary ceasefire
- Families reunited following the arrivals
- Evacuees transported by buses and ambulances
Evacuated residents from Oleshky arrived at the northern Ukrainian border with Belarus in buses and ambulances, where they were reunited with loved ones. The evacuations took place during a temporary ceasefire that allowed civilians to leave the southern city.
The BBC's Dan Johnson was present at the border to document the emotional reunions as families came together after the evacuation.
Why it matters
The evacuation reflects ongoing civilian displacement in Ukraine, with temporary ceasefires enabling the movement of residents from conflict-affected areas.
Original reporting
- BBC News — WorldEmotional reunions with loved ones for Oleshky evacuees
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