Ukraine's Security Service (SBU) reported that Russian forces are preparing a series of staged interviews with alleged local residents in Oleshky. The SBU stated that these staged events aim to accuse Ukrainian defense forces of shelling and blockading the city, while praising Russian occupying forces.

The SBU indicated that the implementation of this information and psychological special operation (IPSO) is planned for October to early November. The agency urged the public to critically assess such 'sensations' and not to trust enemy and pro-Russian Telegram channels.