On October 31, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy posted on social media that Ukrainians evacuated from Orelshky would receive necessary assistance.
He stated that humanitarian relief operations were carried out in Orelshki, Herson province. 'A cease-fire has been implemented in the Herson province. The mines along the road to Orelshki have been cleared, and humanitarian aid has been delivered. We hope that the humanitarian corridor to Orelshki will remain open.'
Zelenskyy pointed out that the Ukrainian citizens who need to be evacuated have been transferred from Oreshki and its surrounding areas, entering Ukraine through the border of Chernigov Oblast, which is adjacent to Belarus. “All of them will receive the necessary assistance.”
Belarusian National News Agency
According to reports by the Belarusian National News Agency earlier on the 31st, three planes carrying Oreshki to evacuate residents arrived at Belyi Golomak Airport in Belarus that day.
These evacuees departed from the "New Guta" port in the district of Gomel on that day, heading towards Ukraine.
According to reports, Gomele Airport made preparations in advance for the arrival of residents from Oleški. A complete tent area was set up within the airport area, providing hot meals and opportunities for rest after a long journey for the evacuated people. Local rescuers, medical staff, and volunteers welcomed the arriving people and provided all necessary assistance.
Irina Yosifova and her husband evacuated together. She told the Belarusian National News Agency, "We landed on a land of peace. I can't believe it. Friends, you can't even imagine how it feels. There is peace and tranquility everywhere, surrounded by trees. Nothing will explode."
She said that she felt relieved as soon as she left Oleshki, and these feelings couldn’t be expressed in words.
Russian Human Rights Commissioner Latrutova announced on the 31st that the humanitarian mission in Oreshki was successfully completed. According to the Russian Business Daily (Vedomosti) report on the 31st, all those who wished to travel to Russia have arrived safely at their destinations. Latrutova met with them at a temporary shelter.
Lantratova expressed her gratitude to the military personnel who ensured the safety of the evacuated residents. She also thanked all those who prepared for this operation, delivered aid, and welcomed the evacuated residents. She specifically extended her thanks to United States First Lady Melania.
Lantratova said that an agreement was reached with Lubinets, the Human Rights Commissioner of the Supreme Rada of Ukraine, and such humanitarian actions will continue in the future.
