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title: "Ukrainian Ombudsman Announces Humanitarian Mission to Oleshky with International Support"
description: "The Ukrainian Ombudsman's Office is preparing a humanitarian mission to Oleshky with the support of US First Lady Melania Trump. Applications from residents are being accepted."
date: 2026-10-25T16:22:28.257Z
lang: en
url: https://xab.info/en/posts/ukrainian-ombudsman-announces-humanitarian-mission-oleshky
tags: [oleshky, ombudsman, humanitarian-mission, ukraine, melania-trump]
author: "Alexander Buran"
publisher: "XAB.info"
---

# Ukrainian Ombudsman Announces Humanitarian Mission to Oleshky with International Support

![A group of people with luggage and bags waiting for evacuation near a river vessel on an embankment in autumn.](https://xab.info/media/2026/10/25/ukrainskiy-ombudsmen-anonsiroval-gumanitarnuyu-missiyu-v-oleshki/ukrainskiy-ombudsmen-anonsiroval-gumanitarnuyu-missiyu-v-oleshki-1.webp)

## Key Points

- The Ukrainian Ombudsman Office is preparing a humanitarian mission to Oleshky
- The process is implemented through the mediation of US First Lady Melania Trump
- Priority is given to elderly and limited-mobility citizens
- A ceasefire in the city will take effect on October 27

The Office of the Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights has announced preparations for a large-scale humanitarian mission to the occupied town of Oleshky in the Kherson region. The initiative aims to provide assistance to local residents remaining in the disaster zone and is being implemented in close coordination with international partners and relevant agencies.

### Mission Preparation and International Assistance

According to Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights Dmytro Lubinets, the planned humanitarian action is being organized jointly with Russia's Human Rights Commissioner Yana Lantratova. Saving citizens and creating the necessary safe conditions for this have been made possible through the mediation of United States First Lady Melania Trump. Lubinets expressed sincere gratitude to the American side for its humane stance, which helps save people.

### Data Collection and Priority Categories of Citizens

Currently, the Ombudsman's Office staff are actively collecting information about residents who continue to stay in the town and are in urgent need of support. Priority is given to elderly citizens, individuals with limited mobility, and those who cannot look after themselves. Citizens and their relatives are urged to promptly transmit data through specialized communication channels.

### Communication Channels and Practical Assistance

To receive applications, telephone lines are open in popular messengers WhatsApp, Viber, and Telegram at +38 067 717 51 70 and +38 073 719 81 34, and an electronic office is operating on the official website of the Ombudsman's Office. Earlier, the Ukrainian military delivered about four tons of food and medicines to Oleshky using a complex drone-assisted operation.

### Significance of the Mission and Prospects

It is expected that the steps being taken will systematically support vulnerable segments of the population in Oleshky. In addition, the negotiation groups of Ukraine and Russia have agreed on the introduction of a ceasefire in the city, which will take effect on October 27, creating the necessary conditions for the safe implementation of humanitarian initiatives.

## Fact-Check & Sources

- [Омбудсмен обратился к жителям Олешек по поводу гуманитарной миссии](https://www.rbc.ua/ukr/news/ombudsmen-zvernuvsya-zhiteliv-oleshok-shchodo-1792944105.html) - Primary source containing the official statement of the Ukrainian ombudsman regarding the mission to Oleshky.

## FAQ

### Who is organizing the humanitarian mission to Oleshky?

The mission is organized by the Office of the Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights jointly with Russian Commissioner Yana Lantratova with the assistance of US First Lady Melania Trump.

### Who is prioritized when providing assistance?

Elderly citizens, individuals with limited mobility, and those who cannot take care of themselves are prioritized.

### How can residents submit an application for assistance?

Applications are accepted via WhatsApp, Viber, Telegram messengers at +38 067 717 51 70 and +38 073 719 81 34, as well as through the electronic office on the Ombudsman Office website.

### When will the ceasefire take effect?

The ceasefire in Oleshky was agreed upon by the negotiation groups and will take effect on October 27.