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More than 76,000 residents have been evacuated from border districts in Russia’s Kursk region amid escalating tensions and security concerns, according to the regional emergencies ministry. The large-scale evacuation effort reflects the increasing instability in the area, which borders Ukraine, as the conflict between the two countries shows no signs of abating.
Local authorities report that the situation in the border districts has become untenable due to ongoing military activities and security threats. The Kursk region has been on high alert for several months, but recent developments have forced officials to take drastic measures to ensure the safety of civilians.
The regional emergencies ministry confirmed that over 76,000 people have been relocated to safer areas within the region and beyond. Many of the evacuees are being housed in temporary shelters and have received assistance from emergency services. However, the scale of the evacuation has put significant strain on local resources, leading to a widespread appeal for aid.
The mayor of Kursk, Igor Kutsak, disclosed that over 16,000 evacuees have applied for aid in the city of Kursk alone. The city has become a focal point for the evacuation effort, with local government offices, volunteer organizations, and humanitarian groups mobilizing to provide food, shelter, and medical care to those in need.
The Russian government has pledged to send additional aid to the Kursk region, including financial support and supplies. Meanwhile, the regional authorities are working to coordinate the evacuation process and ensure that those displaced are adequately cared for.
The situation in the Kursk region remains volatile, the evacuation underscores the broader humanitarian impact of the ongoing conflict. With tensions at the border unlikely to ease soon, local officials are bracing for the possibility of further evacuations and increased demand for emergency assistance in the coming weeks.