A truce began in the Russian-occupied Ukrainian city of Oleshky on Saturday, allowing for aid deliveries and civilian evacuations. The ceasefire was announced by US First Lady Melania Trump, who has been involved in addressing humanitarian issues stemming from the conflict. Russia's defense ministry confirmed it had stopped firing toward the nearby city of Kherson to facilitate the operation.
The ceasefire in Oleshky allows for the delivery of humanitarian aid and the evacuation of civilians trapped in the war-torn city, addressing critical needs for the remaining population.
A truce has begun in the Russian-occupied Ukrainian city of Oleshky, a week after it was announced by US First Lady Melania Trump. The ceasefire is intended to facilitate aid deliveries and the evacuation of civilians from the city, which has been under Russian control since February 2022. Russia's defense ministry confirmed it had ceased firing toward the nearby city of Kherson to prepare for the humanitarian operation. Ukraine's human rights commissioner, Dmytro Lubinets, also confirmed the truce. An estimated 6,000 residents, including 200 children, remain in Oleshky, facing severe shortages of essential supplies.
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