Russia Preparing ‘Happy, Well-Fed’ Propaganda Videos as Oleshky Civilians Face Humanitarian Crisis, Kyiv Says
Ukraine says Russia is preparing staged videos portraying civilians in occupied Oleshky as well-fed and content while restricting aid and escape. Ukrainian forces have delivered about 4,000 kilograms of food by drone, but residents remain in dire conditions.
Ukrainian officials have accused Russia of preparing propaganda videos to portray Oleshky residents as "well-fed and happy" under occupation. Oleshky, in southern Kherson region, has been under Russian control since February 2022. Around 2,000 residents, including nearly 50 children, face dire conditions with limited food, water, and electricity.
Ukrainian FM Andrii Sybiha called it a "disgusting Russian propaganda campaign," urging the international community to demand immediate access to the town and deliver humanitarian aid. Ukrainian forces have delivered about 4,000 kg of food via heavy-lift drones since March, but Russian forces have attempted to intercept and steal supplies.
Ukrainian authorities also report that Russian forces have detained and abused civilians who accept aid, leading to allegations of human rights abuses.
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