EU Commissioner condemns Russian siege of Oleshky, Ukraine; civilians trapped without aid

European Commissioner Lahbib issued a statement condemning the siege of Oleshky, Ukraine, by Russian forces, describing civilians as trapped without food, medicine, or clean water. The statement is a diplomatic condemnation, not a confirmed on-the-ground report, but it highlights a deteriorating humanitarian situation in a contested area. This matters as it signals potential EU policy shifts or increased pressure for humanitarian corridors.