A ceasefire took effect early Tuesday in Russian-occupied Oleshky, in Ukraine’s Kherson region, to allow humanitarian aid into the city and prepare a civilian evacuation. The White House said Melania Trump helped secure the agreement. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said there had been no reports of violations; a Ukrainian lawmaker said it would remain in place until late Sunday.
WHO:Russia and Ukraine
WHAT:A ceasefire took effect in Oleshky to allow humanitarian aid deliveries and prepare a civilian evacuation.
WHEN:Oct 27, 2026
WHERE:Oleshky, Ukraine
WHY:The pause is intended to allow humanitarian aid into Oleshky and prepare a civilian evacuation.
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