Truce begins in Ukrainian city of Oleshky after it was announced by Melania Trump

A truce has begun in the Russian-occupied Ukrainian city of Oleshky, a week after it was announced by US First Lady, Melania Trump.

Truce begins in Ukrainian city of Oleshky after it was announced by Melania Trump

TL;DR

  • A truce has begun in the Russian-occupied Ukrainian city of Oleshky.
  • The ceasefire was announced by US First Lady Melania Trump a week prior.
  • The purpose of the truce is to allow aid deliveries and the evacuation of civilians.
  • Russia's defense ministry announced it stopped firing towards Kherson.
  • Oleshky is located on the south bank of the Dnipro River, which serves as the front line.
  • An estimated 6,000 people remain in Oleshky, including 200 children.
  • Melania Trump has previously addressed humanitarian issues related to the Russia-Ukraine war.