# Putin proposes joint humanitarian operation with Ukraine in Kostiantynivka, modeled on earlier evacuation mission in Oleshky

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/putin-proposes-joint-humanitarian-operation-with-ukraine-in-kostiantynivka-modeled-on-earlier-evacuation-mission-in-oleshky/
- Published: 2026-11-12T14:12:44+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-12T15:42:41+00:00
- Original publisher: Meduza
- Original article: https://meduza.io/en/news/2026/11/12/putin-proposes-joint-humanitarian-operation-with-ukraine-in-kostiantynivka-modeled-on-earlier-evacuation-mission-in-oleshky
- Topics: Europe, Government, Politics, World

## Key points

- Putin proposed a joint humanitarian operation in Kostiantynivka.
- Around 400 to 500 civilians are said to remain there.
- The plan is modelled on an evacuation effort in Oleshky.

## Summary

Vladimir Putin has proposed a joint humanitarian operation with Ukraine in Kostiantynivka, saying around 400 to 500 civilians remain in the town. The proposal matters because it could enable residents to leave or receive aid amid the war, but it would require co-operation on security between the two sides.

Putin suggested involving the Russian and Ukrainian human rights ombudspersons and foreign journalists, including American and Russian media. He said Russian forces control the town and could clear mines within five days, while arguing Kyiv should ensure security if it believes it controls the area. The proposal follows an operation in Oleshky in late October, when several hundred people were evacuated and fighting was halted for four days.

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