OSCE ready to assist Ukraine in overcoming Kakhovka tragedy consequences

“In line with the mandate of the Organization, and through the particular efforts of the Office of the Co-ordinator for Economic and Environmental Activities, the OSCE has been working on addressing environmental and security impacts and challenges of the war in Ukraine, in partnership with UN agencies and field operations. The recent destruction of the Nova Kakhovka dam in Kherson oblast creates additional challenges, dramatically increasing threats to livelihoods and intensifying economic risks for the populations concerned,” reads the statement posted on the Organization’s website.

As noted, Ukrainian authorities have solicited support from the OSCE to further monitor and address these challenges.

“The OSCE stands ready to continue supporting Ukraine and will coordinate modalities with national authorities in the coming days,” the Organization pledges.

As reported, the Russian army blew up the Kakhovka HPP dam on the night of June 6. In Kherson region, the evacuation of the population from dangerous places, which are at risk of flooding due to the explosion, has begun. Law enforcement officers have initiated an investigation under the article "ecocide".