Ukraine-Russia war latest: White House praises Melania Trump as Kyiv clarifies ceasefire details with Moscow
The White House has credited Melania Trump with negotiating a localized ceasefire in the Russian-occupied Ukrainian city of Oleshky. The agreement aims to facilitate humanitarian aid and civilian evacuations starting October 29.
Why it matters
This represents a significant diplomatic intervention by a former First Lady in an active conflict zone.
The localised ceasefire for the Russian-occupied city will reportedly begin on October 29
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The White House has praised Melania Trump for reportedly securing a ceasefire for the Russian-occupied city of Oleshky , where up to 2,000 residents are cut off from world and facing starvation.
Russia has agreed to pause all military action in Oleshky to allow for humanitarian aid to enter and to prepare a civilian evacuation through a designated safe passageway, according to the White House.
The localised ceasefire will begin on October 29.
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