URCS calls for unimpeded volunteer work during evacuation of civilians – statement
The Ukrainian Red Cross called on government authorities to facilitate the unimpeded work of volunteers during humanitarian tasks in frontline areas following an incident in Mykolaiv region during the evacuation of civilians from Kherson.
The Ukrainian Red Cross Society has urged government authorities to ensure volunteer groups can carry out their crucial humanitarian tasks unimpeded in frontline areas. Following an incident in Mykolaiv region during the evacuation of civilians from Kherson, the organization expressed concern over a police stoppage of a vehicle belonging to the Kherson Emergency Response Team of the Ukrainian Red Cross.
The detained driver and volunteer were attempting to evacuate people from vulnerable groups, including an amputee, a three-year-old child, and someone with cancer. The Red Cross emphasized the safety of civilians and the timely evacuation process as paramount priorities. They appealed to various governmental bodies, including the National Police in Mykolaiv region and the Commissioner for Human Rights, requesting clarification of the incident and assistance in resolving it to prevent similar occurrences.
The Ukrainian Red Cross Society members are recognized as part of Ukraine's civil protection system and have been working alongside state emergency services, police, and government authorities throughout the war. Their role is vital, particularly for those who require assistance, such as people with limited mobility, disabilities, the seriously ill, the elderly, and families with children.
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