Mariupol evacuation under way 

Mariupol evacuation under way - Red Cross

The International Committee of the Red Cross has confirmed that a process to evacuate civilians from Mariupol is under way, Qazet.az reports.

"The ICRC confirms that a safe passage operation is ongoing, in coordination with the UN and the parties to the conflict," a spokesman said.

"The convoy to evacuate civilians started on 29 April, travelled some 230 kilometres and reached the plant in Mariupol.

"The ICRC insists on the fact that no details can be shared until the situation allows, as it could seriously jeopardize the safety of the civilians and the convoy. Relevant local authorities are communicating with the civilians about practical details."