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Ceasefire brokered by Melania Trump begins in Russian-occupied Ukrainian town
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Since a ceasefire took effect in the Russian-occupied town of Oleshky in Ukraine's Kherson region on October 27, preparations have been underway to evacuate residents trapped there.
Oct 30 - An aid convoy started moving overnight towards the Russian-held town of Oleshky in southern Ukraine, carrying food and medical supplies among other items, the Russian newspaper Izvestia said on Friday.
Oleshky was seized by Russia during the first days of its full-scale invasion in February 2022.
The pause in fighting started at 01:00 GMT on Tuesday, according to the Russian Defence Ministry, to allow for an aid mission into the Russian-occupied town of Oleshky in southern Kherson later this week.
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Kyiv's prime minister, Sergiy Koretskyi, stated that the number of residents planning to evacuate the Russian-occupied town of Oleshky is still uncertain. Initially, he had suggested 527 people would leave but later retracted this figure on Telegram, saying exact numbers are not available yet as the rescue operation continues and data is fluctuating. The evacuation route remains unclear beyond passing through Russia…
Number of residents leaving Oleshky still unclear, Kyiv says →8 articles from The Straits Times on this storyResidents of Oleshky, a Ukrainian town occupied by Russia since February 2022, began evacuating on Friday as part of a localized ceasefire between Moscow and Kyiv that holds until Sunday. The evacuation involves 25 buses with at least 750 seats to transport locals, including up to 6,000 people still in the area, along with aid for those who choose to stay. The operation is set to provide food, water, electricity…
Evacuation of Russian-occupied Oleshky begins with aid convoy on way →7 articles from The Independent on this storyUkrainian residents are being evacuated from Russian-occupied Oleshky, a city severely damaged and without basic utilities. Evacuation began on Tuesday following a ceasefire brokered by U.S. First Lady Melania Trump, allowing up to 750 people to leave via an evacuation convoy of 25 buses. Despite the dangerous conditions, several hundred residents have chosen to stay due to concerns over leaving their animals behind…
Residents leave devastated Russian-occupied Oleshky as evacuation corridor opens →4 articles from BBC on this storyA humanitarian convoy consisting of 25 buses, ambulances, and other vehicles is prepared to deliver aid to Oleshky, a city in Ukraine affected by conflict. The mission is scheduled for later Friday and was organized from Armyansk, about 85 kilometers south of Oleshky. Ukrainian ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets emphasized the focus on aiding vulnerable populations like the elderly and disabled. U.S. First Lady Melania Trump…
Humanitarian convoy ready for Ukraine's stricken city of Oleshky →4 articles from Toronto Star on this storyAn aid convoy has entered the Russian-held town of Oleshky in Ukraine's Kherson region after a United States-brokered ceasefire began. The relief effort includes food and medical supplies, with plans to evacuate up to 750 residents using 25 buses. Ukrainian and Russian human rights commissioners met overnight to coordinate the operation, which follows weeks of preparation as the town faces severe shortages due to…
Aid convoy enters besieged Ukrainian town Oleshky →3 articles from Al Jazeera on this storyA localized ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine near Oleshky has lasted three days, allowing humanitarian aid to be delivered to the city starting Friday. Military units from both sides are clearing landmines to ensure safe passage for food and medical supplies to reach approximately 2,000 people trapped there. Meanwhile, a Russian drone attack in central Ukraine killed at least 13 people, highlighting ongoing…
Humanitarian aid expected to enter Oleshky as localized Russia-Ukraine truce holds →3 articles from CBC on this storyShow 11 more outlets
Residents of Oleshky, a city in southern Ukraine under Russian control, have started evacuating as part of an aid operation agreed upon by both sides. The evacuation follows a local ceasefire brokered by U.S. First Lady Melania Trump, during which an aid convoy was allowed into the area to provide assistance and facilitate departures for those who want to leave. Russia aims to use this operation to push Ukraine…
Evacuation begins from ravaged Russian-controlled Ukrainian city →2 articles from ABC News (AU) on this storyA truce brokered by U.S. First Lady Melania Trump began in Oleshky, a Russian-occupied city in Ukraine's Kherson region, early Tuesday (October 27, 2026). Both sides agreed to observe the ceasefire starting at 3:00 a.m. local time, aimed at facilitating humanitarian aid. However, despite this agreement, Ukraine reported that missiles were launched toward Kyiv on the same day. The truce's duration and monitoring…
U.S.-brokered truce begins in Ukraine city occupied by Russia →2 articles from The Hindu on this storyEvacuations are underway in Oleshky, a Russian-occupied city in Ukraine, under a localized ceasefire that began Tuesday and lasted more than 80 hours as of Friday. This truce, brokered by first lady Melania Trump and Pope Leo XIV, involves a convoy of 25 buses with the capacity to transport 750 passengers along with nine ambulances and over 50 medical professionals. Despite assurances from Russian human rights…
Evacuations begin in Ukraine under localized ceasefire brokered by Melania Trump →2 articles from NBC News on this storyEuronews reports on a rare four-day ceasefire in Oleshky, Ukraine, where aid is anticipated to arrive amid ongoing conflict. In Albania, authorities have implemented fines up to €5,500 for protesters involved in recent unrest. The show features insights from correspondents Sasha Vakulina and Ardit Hoxha, along with analysis from Dr Mustafa Barghouti on Israel's political deadlock and Mary Robinson discussing the…
Europe Today: Rare Oleshky truce holds in Ukraine, Albania imposes heavy fines on protesters →2 articles from Euronews on this storyMelania Trump claimed on Friday that she facilitated a temporary ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine in the Oleshky region of southern Ukraine. The agreement, confirmed by the White House, will take effect Thursday and permit the delivery of humanitarian aid and civilian evacuations. Both Ukraine and Russia have consented to this localized truce.
Melania Trump says she’s secured ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine in Oleshky →Melania Trump's senior advisor Marc Beckman revealed on "Fox & Friends Weekend" that the first lady brokered a humanitarian ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine for the town of Oleshky. The agreement followed weeks of mediation involving Putin and Zelenskyy, allowing emergency aid to reach elderly residents who are still trapped in the area. Beckman highlighted Trump’s previous work in negotiating the release of 34…
Melania Trump's advisor reveals how she bridged Putin, Zelenskyy to broker frontline Ukraine truce →A localized ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia began at 3 a.m. local time on Tuesday, brokered by U.S. First Lady Melania Trump after she met with negotiators from both sides and U.N. officials. The pause in fighting is intended to facilitate an aid mission to the Russian-occupied town of Oleshky, where up to 2,000 people are stranded due to mines and drone attacks. Despite the ceasefire, missile attacks resumed…
Local ceasefire brokered by Melania Trump starts in southern Ukraine →A localized ceasefire brokered by US First Lady Melania Trump began early Tuesday morning in Oleshky, a Russian-occupied town in southern Ukraine. The pause in fighting is intended to allow for a humanitarian mission to deliver food and medicine to approximately 2,000 trapped civilians. Trump's office reported that she facilitated negotiations between civilian representatives from both sides following meetings with…
Ceasefire brokered by Melania Trump begins in Russian-occupied Ukrainian town →A local ceasefire in Oleshky, a city under Russian occupation near Kherson, began on Tuesday and appears to be holding, with no drone attacks reported. About 2,000 trapped civilians are set to evacuate as part of this truce, which is scheduled to last until Sunday night. Meanwhile, Finland’s president and Norway’s prime minister held a “frank” phone call with Vladimir Putin regarding efforts to end the war in…
Oleshky truce appears to hold as two European leaders have ‘frank’ call with Putin →Residents of Oleshky, a Ukrainian city occupied by Russian forces since February 2022, fear being forcibly relocated to Russia after a ceasefire brokered to facilitate humanitarian aid and civilian evacuation. Despite the temporary truce holding as reported by Ukrainian officials, there is uncertainty about whether residents will be allowed to return to Ukraine or if they will face restrictions from Russian…
Ukrainians fear Russia will keep them from returning home after Melania-brokered ceasefire →Preparations are underway for the evacuation of approximately 2,000 residents from Oleshky in Ukraine's Kherson region following a ceasefire that began on October 27. The town has been under Russian occupation and suffered flooding due to the destruction of the Kakhovka dam. Lawyer Myroslava Kharchenko, who works with the Save Ukraine Foundation, discusses the confidential nature of these efforts, noting that…
Evacuation from Oleshky: How are preparations going? →Analysis
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Ukraine's parliament commissioner for human rights, Dmytro Lubinets, confirmed in a social media post that the ceasefire had begun.
Oleshky is on the south bank of the river Dnipro, which forms the front line in the Kherson region.
Elsewhere in Ukraine, a Russian missile attack on the Ukrainian capital Kyiv on Monday killed at least one person and injured 10, including students at a dormitory, with the attacks also killing and injuring people in the cities of Kharkiv and Pavlohrad.
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Ceasefire brokered by Melania Trump goes into effect in Russian-occupied town ‘on the brink of disaster’
US announces ceasefire in Russia-occupied Ukraine city 'on brink of disaster'
How it changed
- 23 Oct
The White House has said First Lady Melania Trump has “secured a ceasefire” between Russia and Ukraine in the southern Ukrainian city of Oleshky, which has been occupied by Russia since February 2022.
- 24 Oct
Ukrainian human rights ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets also confirmed the arrangement and the first lady’s mediation, while Ukrainian official Davyd Arakhamia said the agreement was the result of a longer process involving both Melania and Pope Leo.
- 26 Oct
Oleshky has suffered extensive war damage and was hit hard by flooding after the destruction of the nearby Kakhovka dam in 2023.
- 27 Oct
A regional ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine has come into force to let a humanitarian operation begin in Oleshky, a town in southern Ukraine under Russian occupation.
- 28 Oct
For Kherson, a regional capital across the Dnipro River from Oleshky, the ceasefire - which took effect early on Tuesday - brings a brief window of respite.
- 29 Oct
Previous efforts to secure ceasefires either never worked out or the truces quickly fell apart.
- 30 Oct
Elsewhere in Ukraine, Russia struck an industrial facility near Kremenchuk while hitting the capital, Kyiv and Kharkiv, the second biggest city, to cause fires, officials said on the Telegram messaging app, after deadly strikes a day before.
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30 Oct Evacuation begins from ravaged Russian-controlled Ukrainian cityResidents of Oleshky, a city in southern Ukraine under Russian control, have started evacuating as part of an aid operation agreed upon by both sides. The evacuation follows a local ceasefire brokered by U.S. First Lady Melania Trump, during which an aid convoy was allowed into the area to provide assistance and facilitate departures for those who want to leave. Russia aims to use this operation to push Ukraine…ABC News (AU)
30 Oct Evacuations begin in Ukraine under localized ceasefire brokered by Melania TrumpEvacuations are underway in Oleshky, a Russian-occupied city in Ukraine, under a localized ceasefire that began Tuesday and lasted more than 80 hours as of Friday. This truce, brokered by first lady Melania Trump and Pope Leo XIV, involves a convoy of 25 buses with the capacity to transport 750 passengers along with nine ambulances and over 50 medical professionals. Despite assurances from Russian human rights…NBC News
30 Oct Aid convoy enters besieged Ukrainian town OleshkyAn aid convoy has entered the Russian-held town of Oleshky in Ukraine's Kherson region after a United States-brokered ceasefire began. The relief effort includes food and medical supplies, with plans to evacuate up to 750 residents using 25 buses. Ukrainian and Russian human rights commissioners met overnight to coordinate the operation, which follows weeks of preparation as the town faces severe shortages due to…Al Jazeera
30 Oct Residents leave devastated Russian-occupied Oleshky as evacuation corridor opensUkrainian residents are being evacuated from Russian-occupied Oleshky, a city severely damaged and without basic utilities. Evacuation began on Tuesday following a ceasefire brokered by U.S. First Lady Melania Trump, allowing up to 750 people to leave via an evacuation convoy of 25 buses. Despite the dangerous conditions, several hundred residents have chosen to stay due to concerns over leaving their animals behind…BBC
30 Oct Number of residents leaving Oleshky still unclear, Kyiv saysKyiv's prime minister, Sergiy Koretskyi, stated that the number of residents planning to evacuate the Russian-occupied town of Oleshky is still uncertain. Initially, he had suggested 527 people would leave but later retracted this figure on Telegram, saying exact numbers are not available yet as the rescue operation continues and data is fluctuating. The evacuation route remains unclear beyond passing through Russia…The Straits Times
30 Oct Humanitarian convoy ready for Ukraine's stricken city of OleshkyA humanitarian convoy consisting of 25 buses, ambulances, and other vehicles is prepared to deliver aid to Oleshky, a city in Ukraine affected by conflict. The mission is scheduled for later Friday and was organized from Armyansk, about 85 kilometers south of Oleshky. Ukrainian ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets emphasized the focus on aiding vulnerable populations like the elderly and disabled. U.S. First Lady Melania Trump…Toronto Star
30 Oct Evacuation of Russian-occupied Oleshky begins with aid convoy on wayResidents of Oleshky, a Ukrainian town occupied by Russia since February 2022, began evacuating on Friday as part of a localized ceasefire between Moscow and Kyiv that holds until Sunday. The evacuation involves 25 buses with at least 750 seats to transport locals, including up to 6,000 people still in the area, along with aid for those who choose to stay. The operation is set to provide food, water, electricity…The Independent
30 Oct Europe Today: Rare Oleshky truce holds in Ukraine, Albania imposes heavy fines on protestersEuronews reports on a rare four-day ceasefire in Oleshky, Ukraine, where aid is anticipated to arrive amid ongoing conflict. In Albania, authorities have implemented fines up to €5,500 for protesters involved in recent unrest. The show features insights from correspondents Sasha Vakulina and Ardit Hoxha, along with analysis from Dr Mustafa Barghouti on Israel's political deadlock and Mary Robinson discussing the…Euronews
30 Oct Aid convoy sets off for Russian-held town of Oleshky in Ukraine, Izvestia saysOn October 30, an aid convoy carrying food and medical supplies departed for Oleshky, a town in southern Ukraine under Russian control since February 2022. According to the Russian newspaper Izvestia, the relief operation includes representatives from several countries including Russia, Ukraine, France, Italy, and the United States. The move comes after weeks of preparation following the completion of demining…The Straits Times- 29 Oct Russia, Ukraine say Oleshky demining operations complete, humanitarian operation to proceedRussia and Ukraine jointly declared on Thursday that demining operations around Oleshky, a Russian-held town in southern Ukraine, have been completed. Both sides issued statements through their human rights commissioners, Yana Lantratova from Russia and Dmytro Lubinets from Ukraine, confirming the readiness of a humanitarian convoy to deliver aid and facilitate resident evacuations according to a prearranged…The Straits Times
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29 Oct 'The city is alive': A brief peace in Kherson, but residents fear what comes nextThe Ukrainian city of Kherson has experienced two days of quiet following a US-brokered temporary ceasefire, allowing residents to enjoy normal activities after years of constant Russian aerial attacks. Videos on social media show people strolling through streets and gathering in squares, an unusual sight given the usual need to stay vigilant against drones and air strikes. However, there are concerns that Russia…BBC- 29 Oct Humanitarian aid expected to enter Oleshky as localized Russia-Ukraine truce holdsA localized ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine near Oleshky has lasted three days, allowing humanitarian aid to be delivered to the city starting Friday. Military units from both sides are clearing landmines to ensure safe passage for food and medical supplies to reach approximately 2,000 people trapped there. Meanwhile, a Russian drone attack in central Ukraine killed at least 13 people, highlighting ongoing…CBC
29 Oct Melania Trump’s Ukraine ceasefire clings on as humanitarian aid arrivesMelania Trump brokered a ceasefire between Russian and Ukrainian forces in Oleshky, which has held for three days as of Thursday. Humanitarian aid is scheduled to arrive on Friday to assist the approximately 2,000 people trapped there. Both Ukrainian ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets and his Russian counterpart Yana Lantratova confirmed that both sides are adhering to the agreement without reported violations, allowing for…The Independent
29 Oct Humanitarian aid set to enter Oleshky as a rare Russia-Ukraine truce holds for a third dayHumanitarian aid is scheduled to enter Oleshky on Friday as part of a localized ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine that has held for three days. This truce, brokered with help from U.S. First Lady Melania Trump and Pope Leo XIV, aims to allow the delivery of food and medical supplies to approximately 2,000 trapped civilians in the city. Both Ukrainian ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets and Russian counterpart Yana…The Independent
29 Oct Top Russian official takes US journalists into besieged Ukrainian city ahead of evacuationRussian human rights commissioner Yana Lantratova escorted a group of US journalists from Newsmax to the Russian-controlled Ukrainian town of Oleshky on October 29. The visit came amid a six-day ceasefire brokered by the United States, aimed at facilitating humanitarian aid and evacuations for trapped residents suffering from food and medicine shortages. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov expressed hope that aid would…The Straits Times- 28 Oct After years under fire, a rare quiet settles over Ukrainian city as truce holdsA rare ceasefire brokered by U.S. First Lady Melania Trump has brought calm to the Ukrainian city of Kherson, which lies across the Dnipro River from Russian-occupied territory. This six-day truce allows for humanitarian aid delivery and evacuation in Oleshky, a nearby town under Russian control facing severe shortages. While residents cautiously enjoy the quiet streets, many remain anxious about potential future…Toronto Star
28 Oct Evacuation from Oleshky: How are preparations going?Preparations are underway for the evacuation of approximately 2,000 residents from Oleshky in Ukraine's Kherson region following a ceasefire that began on October 27. The town has been under Russian occupation and suffered flooding due to the destruction of the Kakhovka dam. Lawyer Myroslava Kharchenko, who works with the Save Ukraine Foundation, discusses the confidential nature of these efforts, noting that…Deutsche Welle
28 Oct In Ukraine's Kherson, brief ceasefire brings rare respiteIn Kherson, Ukraine, a brief ceasefire brokered by the U.S. has provided temporary relief from Russian attacks, allowing residents to venture outdoors cautiously for the first time in years. The six-day truce began early Tuesday and facilitated humanitarian aid deliveries to nearby Oleshky, where supplies are scarce. While businesses like kiosk owner Oleksandra Kosenko's have seen a slight uptick in customers, many…The Straits Times
28 Oct Ukrainians fear Russia will keep them from returning home after Melania-brokered ceasefireResidents of Oleshky, a Ukrainian city occupied by Russian forces since February 2022, fear being forcibly relocated to Russia after a ceasefire brokered to facilitate humanitarian aid and civilian evacuation. Despite the temporary truce holding as reported by Ukrainian officials, there is uncertainty about whether residents will be allowed to return to Ukraine or if they will face restrictions from Russian…New York Post
28 Oct Melania Trump ceasefire still holds in Oleshky after 30 hoursA six-day ceasefire initiated by the United States first lady Melania Trump has held for over a day in Oleshky, a Russian-occupied city in southern Ukraine. The truce began on Tuesday and is scheduled to last until Sunday, coinciding with efforts to provide humanitarian aid to around 2,000 remaining residents and evacuate those who wish to leave. This development marks the first significant sustained ceasefire since…The Independent
27 Oct Ukraine, Russia say US-brokered truce holding in ravaged city of OleshkyA US-brokered truce between Ukrainian and Russian forces is holding in the war-ravaged city of Oleshky, allowing for humanitarian aid access since October 27. Both sides began observing the ceasefire at 3am local time on October 27; no violations were reported by either side after several hours. The agreement aims to provide assistance and potential evacuation options for the approximately 2,000 residents remaining…The Straits Times
27 Oct Oleshky truce appears to hold as two European leaders have ‘frank’ call with PutinA local ceasefire in Oleshky, a city under Russian occupation near Kherson, began on Tuesday and appears to be holding, with no drone attacks reported. About 2,000 trapped civilians are set to evacuate as part of this truce, which is scheduled to last until Sunday night. Meanwhile, Finland’s president and Norway’s prime minister held a “frank” phone call with Vladimir Putin regarding efforts to end the war in…The Guardian- 27 Oct Russia, Ukraine begin ceasefire in city of Oleshky as deadly strikes continue elsewhereRussia and Ukraine initiated a ceasefire in the Russian-occupied town of Oleshky on Tuesday to facilitate humanitarian aid delivery and evacuations due to severe shortages of food and medicine. The town, located in Ukraine’s Kherson region opposite Ukrainian-controlled Kherson city, has been under Russian control since early 2022 and suffered extensive war damage along with flooding from the Kakhovka Dam destruction…CBC
27 Oct What to know about Oleshky as Russia and Ukraine begin Melania Trump-brokered ceasefireA regional ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine began on Tuesday to allow for humanitarian aid delivery and evacuations in Oleshky, a town under Russian occupation since February 2022. The truce was brokered with assistance from US First Lady Melania Trump and aims to address critical shortages of food and medicine in the area. Despite this localized ceasefire, fighting continues elsewhere, including strikes on Kyiv…The Independent
27 Oct Ceasefire brokered by Melania Trump begins in Russian-occupied Ukrainian townA localized ceasefire brokered by US First Lady Melania Trump began early Tuesday morning in Oleshky, a Russian-occupied town in southern Ukraine. The pause in fighting is intended to allow for a humanitarian mission to deliver food and medicine to approximately 2,000 trapped civilians. Trump's office reported that she facilitated negotiations between civilian representatives from both sides following meetings with…South China Morning Post
27 Oct Local ceasefire brokered by Melania Trump starts in southern UkraineA localized ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia began at 3 a.m. local time on Tuesday, brokered by U.S. First Lady Melania Trump after she met with negotiators from both sides and U.N. officials. The pause in fighting is intended to facilitate an aid mission to the Russian-occupied town of Oleshky, where up to 2,000 people are stranded due to mines and drone attacks. Despite the ceasefire, missile attacks resumed…NPR
27 Oct US-brokered ceasefire begins in Russian-occupied Oleshky as strikes hit KyivA ceasefire brokered by US First Lady Melania Trump went into effect early Tuesday in Oleshky, a Russian-occupied city in southern Ukraine. The agreement aims to allow civilian officials from both Russia and Ukraine to assess the needs of up to 2,000 trapped residents who lack food and medical supplies due to minefields and drone attacks. Meanwhile, Kyiv experienced multiple Russian missile strikes shortly after the…Euronews
27 Oct U.S.-brokered truce begins in Ukraine city occupied by RussiaA truce brokered by U.S. First Lady Melania Trump began in Oleshky, a Russian-occupied city in Ukraine's Kherson region, early Tuesday (October 27, 2026). Both sides agreed to observe the ceasefire starting at 3:00 a.m. local time, aimed at facilitating humanitarian aid. However, despite this agreement, Ukraine reported that missiles were launched toward Kyiv on the same day. The truce's duration and monitoring…The Hindu
27 Oct Truce begins in wartorn Ukraine city after it was announced by Melania TrumpA truce began in Oleshky, a Russian-occupied city in Ukraine, after being announced by US First Lady Melania Trump. The ceasefire, effective since last week, is aimed at facilitating aid delivery and civilian evacuation; Russia’s defense ministry confirmed it had halted firing towards Kherson to prepare for humanitarian operations. Prior to the war, Oleshky was home to 24,000 people but now only around 6,000…BBC
27 Oct Russia halts strikes on Ukraine’s Kherson as Oleshky ceasefire takes effectRussia has halted strikes on Kherson province in Ukraine as a localized ceasefire began at 01:00 GMT on Tuesday, allowing for a humanitarian aid mission led by US First Lady Melania Trump. The pause is intended to facilitate the delivery of supplies and evacuations from Oleshky, a town under Russian occupation with severe shortages affecting up to 2,000 remaining residents. The agreement brokered between Russia and…Al Jazeera
27 Oct Ceasefire brokered by Melania Trump goes into effect in Russian-occupied town ‘on the brink of disaster’Melania Trump brokered a humanitarian ceasefire in Oleshky, a Russian-occupied town in Ukraine's Kherson region, which went into effect early Tuesday local time (9 p.m. ET Monday). The truce aims to allow for the delivery of aid and evacuation of civilians, particularly elderly residents who urgently need medical attention, food, and water. Prior to this intervention, Oleshky faced severe humanitarian issues due to…NBC News
27 Oct Russia, Ukraine begin localised ceasefire to allow for humanitarian operation in OleshkyRussia and Ukraine have initiated a localised ceasefire to facilitate a humanitarian operation in Oleshky, a town occupied by Russian forces since February 2022. The ceasefire began at 4 a.m. Moscow time (0100 GMT) on October 27, as announced by Russia's defense ministry and confirmed by Ukraine’s human rights commissioner Dmytro Lubinets. This arrangement aims to allow for aid deliveries and evacuations in the town…The Straits Times
26 Oct Explainer-Oleshky: the occupied Ukrainian town for which Melania Trump helped broker a ceasefireMelania Trump helped broker a localized ceasefire around Oleshky, an occupied town in southern Ukraine, allowing aid deliveries and evacuations from residents facing shortages of food and medicine. The agreement was announced on October 23, following extensive damage to the town due to Russian occupation since February 2022 and flooding caused by the destruction of the Kakhovka dam. Pope Leo also played a role in…The Straits Times
24 Oct Melania Trump's advisor reveals how she bridged Putin, Zelenskyy to broker frontline Ukraine truceMelania Trump's senior advisor Marc Beckman revealed on "Fox & Friends Weekend" that the first lady brokered a humanitarian ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine for the town of Oleshky. The agreement followed weeks of mediation involving Putin and Zelenskyy, allowing emergency aid to reach elderly residents who are still trapped in the area. Beckman highlighted Trump’s previous work in negotiating the release of 34…Fox News
24 Oct What to know about the Melania Trump-brokered ceasefire in Russian-occupied OleshkyA localized ceasefire has been brokered in Oleshky, a Russian-occupied city in southern Ukraine, to facilitate aid delivery and civilian evacuation. The agreement, reached Friday through negotiations involving U.S. First Lady Melania Trump, Ukrainian, Russian, and American officials, will begin Tuesday at 3 a.m. Kyiv time (late Monday Moscow time). The ceasefire is set to last several days, allowing for the removal…Toronto Star
24 Oct Melania accused of hogging all the credit and ignoring Pope Leo’s role in securing Ukraine ceasefire
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24 Oct Ukraine and Russia eye new peace talks - and Melania Trump's mission - but steep obstacles remainUkraine and Russia have shown willingness to resume peace talks brokered by the U.S., amidst a new humanitarian mission led by First Lady Melania Trump. However, significant obstacles remain due to disagreements over territorial control and security guarantees. Despite an announced local ceasefire for aid delivery in Kherson, both sides continue to engage in military action; Russia launched missiles on Kyiv while…Toronto Star
24 Oct Local humanitarian ceasefire with Russia will start on October 27, says negotiatorUkrainian negotiator Dmytro Lubinets announced that Ukraine and Russia agreed to a local ceasefire starting October 27, 2026, for three days to facilitate humanitarian aid delivery in the town of Oleshky, Kherson region. U.S. First Lady Melania Trump initiated and coordinated this deal during an event she hosted at the UN General Assembly session earlier that month. The agreement includes mine removal before aid…The Hindu
23 Oct Melania Trump brokers Oleshky ceasefire as Starshield row continuesMelania Trump has brokered a local ceasefire in Oleshky, a city occupied by Russia in eastern Ukraine, to allow humanitarian aid and civilian evacuations. The limited truce began on Thursday following discussions initiated by Melania Trump with Russian and Ukrainian leadership. This development comes amid ongoing tensions between the United States and Ukraine over restrictions placed on Elon Musk's Starshield…ABC News (AU)- 23 Oct Melania Trump brokers humanitarian ceasefire for ravaged Ukraine city OleshkyMelania Trump has negotiated a humanitarian ceasefire between Russian and Ukrainian forces in the city of Oleshky starting October 29, allowing for aid delivery and civilian evacuation. The agreement, facilitated directly by Melania Trump’s representative with both nations' leadership, aims to address urgent needs such as food, medicine, and clean water for the remaining 1,700 to 2,000 residents, mostly elderly…CBC
23 Oct Melania Trump claims to have secured ceasefire for single Ukrainian town in surprising peace breakthroughMelania Trump announced a ceasefire for the Russian-occupied Ukrainian city of Oleshky, which has been blockaded and faced starvation. The agreement, set to begin on October 29, allows humanitarian aid entry and civilian evacuation through a safe passage. According to the White House, Trump worked directly with both Russian and Ukrainian leadership to secure this localized ceasefire for the town’s approximately…The Independent
23 Oct Melania Trump says she’s secured ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine in OleshkyMelania Trump claimed on Friday that she facilitated a temporary ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine in the Oleshky region of southern Ukraine. The agreement, confirmed by the White House, will take effect Thursday and permit the delivery of humanitarian aid and civilian evacuations. Both Ukraine and Russia have consented to this localized truce.Washington Examiner
23 Oct US announces ceasefire in Russia-occupied Ukraine city 'on brink of disaster'The US First Lady Melania Trump has reportedly secured a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine in the occupied city of Oleshky, which is described as being on the brink of disaster due to critical shortages faced by its elderly population. The truce is set to begin on October 29, though there have been no official comments from either Ukraine or Russia regarding this development. Oleshky, located in the Kherson…BBC
23 Oct Melania Trump ‘secured ceasefire’ in Ukrainian city Oleshky: White HouseThe White House announced that First Lady Melania Trump secured a localized ceasefire between Russian and Ukrainian forces in Oleshky, a city occupied by Russia since February 2022. According to the statement, her representatives negotiated terms directly with leaders from both sides to allow humanitarian aid access and evacuate civilians as needed. The deal includes an agreement for impartial American media to…Al Jazeera
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