A localized ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia took effect at 3 a.m. Tuesday around Russian-occupied Oleshky in the Kherson region. The White House said the pause would allow humanitarian aid to enter and preparations for civilian evacuation; Ukrainian officials and Russia's Defense Ministry said the truce began, and Ukrainian officials said it was being respected.
WHO:Ukraine and Russia
WHAT:A localized ceasefire took effect around Oleshky.
WHEN:Oct 27, 2026
WHERE:Oleshky, Ukraine
WHY:The pause was intended to allow humanitarian aid to enter Oleshky and prepare for a civilian evacuation.
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