The White House and Melania Trump’s office said she helped broker a temporary ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine in Russian-occupied Oleshky, set to begin Oct. 29. Her office said the truce will allow humanitarian aid into the city and prepare a civilian evacuation through a designated safe passageway. About 2,000 people remain in the frontline city, which faces a humanitarian crisis.
WHO:Melania Trump, according to the White House and her office
WHAT:Helped broker a temporary ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine for Oleshky.
WHEN:Oct 23, 2026
WHERE:Oleshky, Ukraine
WHY:Her office said the truce is intended to allow humanitarian aid into the city and prepare a civilian evacuation through a designated safe passageway.
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