In brief
Yana Lantratova told TASS that a 25‑bus convoy was headed to Alyoshki in Kherson while the ceasefire was observed. She reported that a sapper and another individual lost their lives in mine‑clearing. Lantratova emphasized Russia’s commitment to saving civilians amid ongoing conflict.
Russian Human Rights Commissioner Yana Lantratova said on Tuesday that a 25‑bus humanitarian convoy is heading to the town of Alyoshki in the Kherson region, and that the ceasefire agreement in place has been observed as the convoy moves along the newly cleared roads.
Lantratova reported that during the mine‑clearing work required to secure the convoy’s route, a sapper and another individual were killed, underscoring the ongoing danger faced by civilians in the area.
"The convoy is organized to provide essential supplies to residents of Alyoshki," Lantratova told reporters. She added that Russia would do everything possible to save civilians in the town, which has been caught in fighting since the start of the conflict.
She emphasized that the ceasefire had been respected by both sides, reducing the risk of violence during the convoy’s transit. The casualties inflicted during mine clearing, she said, were a tragic reminder of the need for continued efforts to protect those in humanitarian operations.
Officials say the convoy carries food, medicine, and education kits for families that have been displaced. The town of Alyoshki, located near the Dnipro River, has become a key logistical point for aid deliveries as hostilities have disrupted established supply chains.
Security arrangements for the convoy were also outlined by Lantratova: Russian security forces escorted the buses, and the route was cleared of mines by a dedicated team to prevent further incidents.
Local residents in Alyoshki expressed cautious optimism after the announcement, saying that while the convoy’s arrival would bring much-needed relief, the recent mine‑clearing losses highlighted the ongoing risks of the area.
Lantratova concluded that efforts would continue to improve safety for humanitarian missions, noting that the agreement with Ukrainian authorities had already led to a temporary reduction in hostilities along the convoy’s path, a development the TASS correspondent observed in the field.
(Source: TASS).
