# Russian military units allegedly linked to Oleshky humanitarian crisis identified

https://mins.news/en/item/79039

- The Kyiv Independent, 2026-09-29 17:00 UTC
- World
- Original: https://kyivindependent.com/russian-military-units-allegedly-involved-in-oleshky-humanitarian-crisis-identified/

> Ukrainian investigative outlet Slidstvo.Info identified two Russian units whose personnel have operated in or near occupied Oleshky, saying their commanders may be linked to the city’s worsening humanitarian crisis. About 2,000 residents remain amid severe shortages of food, water and electricity, while Russian forces are accused of blocking humanitarian access.

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