Final Evacuations in Beryslav
During a temporary ceasefire in Beryslav, law enforcement officials successfully evacuated the last two children, elderly individuals, and residents with limited mobility. They also delivered essential humanitarian aid, cleared roads of explosives, and exhumed the body of a woman killed in a Russian drone attack. Among those evacuated were two elderly women aged 71 and 75, including one with a disability.
A three-year-old boy was evacuated alongside his parents and grandparents. Notably, this family had been evacuated previously in 2025 but returned to Beryslav afterward. Police informed the parents about a court ruling that removed custody of the child from the mother without terminating parental rights. From the village of Vysoke, a 10-year-old boy and his parents, aged 36 and 40, were also evacuated. Additionally, a 12-year-old teenager was removed following a court order; his mother and younger sister had been evacuated earlier by volunteers. The sister suffered shrapnel wounds resulting in a traumatic leg amputation.
Humanitarian Efforts and Evacuation Appeals
Police delivered humanitarian supplies to residents of Beryslav and Vysoke, while explosive ordnance disposal teams cleared main roads and access points to residential areas. The exhumed body of a 46-year-old woman killed by a Russian drone strike was sent for forensic examination.
In October 2026, a humanitarian mission took place in Oleshky involving international mediators. Agreements for the operation were confirmed on October 23, followed by a ceasefire on October 27 to allow safe evacuation. During this mission, civilians of various ages were evacuated along with over 60 animals, mainly cats and dogs. The evacuees ranged from a 94-year-old senior to a child just over one year old. On October 31, 2026, Ukrainian citizens from Oleshky crossed into the Chernihiv region, where nearly fifty ambulances from the Red Cross, Doctors Without Borders, and volunteers awaited to provide assistance.
The police urge residents in the Kherson region to evacuate promptly from dangerous areas. Evacuation support is available by calling 102 or contacting the regional call centers at 0800-101-102 and 0800-330-951.
These evacuation efforts in Beryslav and Oleshky highlight ongoing humanitarian operations amid active conflict zones, aiming to safeguard civilians and provide vital aid. The temporary ceasefires have been crucial for enabling evacuations and delivering assistance, particularly to vulnerable groups such as children and the elderly. Police warnings emphasize the critical nature of the situation in the region and the urgent need for residents to respond quickly to security threats.
As the humanitarian situation continues to evolve, it's important to note that similar evacuation efforts have been underway in other regions, such as the recent operation on the right bank of Kherson, where 167 civilians were safely evacuated, including numerous children and individuals with mobility challenges. These coordinated efforts highlight the ongoing need for humanitarian assistance in conflict-affected areas.