Russian-occupied Oleshky faces famine; residents eat grass, dogs as aid blocked
Residents of Russian-occupied Oleshky, Ukraine, are dying from hunger and cold, with reports of people eating grass and dogs. Ukraine has sought a humanitarian corridor for months, but Russia has refused access. The situation indicates a severe humanitarian crisis in occupied territories, with uncertain verification due to limited access.
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Oleshky Humanitarian Crisis: Famine and Blockade Intensify
The humanitarian crisis in Russian-occupied Oleshky, Ukraine, has significantly worsened, with residents reportedly facing severe food shortages, resorting to eating weeds, grass, and potentially dogs. Russian forces have maintained a blockade since spring, preventing aid deliveries and trapping thousands, leading to claims of imminent famine and civilian deaths. The Kremlin acknowledges shortages but attributes aid blockage to Kyiv, a claim contradicted by Russian control of the area.