Eggs cost nearly 20 times US prices in occupied Oleshky, where Ukraine’s ombudsman says people die of hunger every day
Residents of Russian-occupied Oleshky cannot leave the city and are waiting for an opportunity to evacuate through a humanitarian corridor.
People in the Russian-occupied Ukrainian town of Oleshky are struggling to survive amidst a severe food and medicine shortage, with residents dying of hunger every day, according to Ukraine's human rights ombudsman. The town, located in the southern Kherson Oblast, has been under Russian control since 2022 and is facing significant challenges due to the ongoing conflict.
About 2,000 people remain in Oleshky, facing extreme scarcity of basic necessities and limited access to medical supplies. The local market offers meager supplies, including vegetables and fruits, with prices skyrocketing compared to US standards. For instance, a dozen eggs can cost nearly $36, which is around 20 times the US average.
Russian troops have been using civilians as a buffer, threatening them with violence for food and alcohol, while Russian forces have blocked humanitarian aid, making it nearly impossible for the residents to receive assistance.
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