Ukrainians evacuated from Oleshky arrived at Gomel Airport in Belarus on three separate flights, according to reports from the local news agency BelTA. Residents of Oleshky were first transported by bus to the Russian Black Sea city of Anapa. They then spent several hours traveling by air to Gomel. Upon arrival, they were met by emergency service personnel, medical teams, and Red Cross volunteers. Reports said that evacuees were also able to bring their pets with them. At the airport, the

The United States has said it approved the potential sale of 500 Patriot PAC-3 interceptor missiles to Ukraine, in a deal estimated at $2.1bn. The proposed package, which includes missiles, spare parts and support services, was announced by the US State Department on Friday. It would mark one of the largest moves to provide Kyiv with defensive weaponry since President Donald Trump began his second term in January 2025. Recommended Stories • list 1 of 3Concerns grow in Europe over alleged