Russia and Ukraine agree local ceasefire in Oleshky
One Turn followed this story across 2 editions, from Oleshky, Ukraine on October 23, 2026. Newest first.
Oleshky lies in Ukraine's Kherson region, on the Russian-held side of the Dnipro River. Russia has occupied it since 2022. CBC reported that Pope Leo also helped broker the deal.
Russia and Ukraine agreed to a temporary ceasefire in the Russian-occupied town of Oleshky, the White House said. Melania Trump's office said she brokered it; reports differ on whether it starts October 27 or 29. Non-military teams will bring aid and help residents leave. Some residents have reportedly survived on garden weeds.
Why it matters: Civilians cut off from food, water and power could receive aid or evacuate to either side.
The White House said Melania Trump brokered a localized ceasefire in the Russian-occupied Ukrainian town of Oleshky, set to begin on October 29 to allow aid deliveries and civilian evacuations. Non-military teams from both sides will visit residents and arrange transport to Russia or Ukraine; residents have reportedly been eating weeds to survive. The Kremlin confirmed the deal and said the militaries were working out timing, and CBC reported Pope Leo was also involved.
Why it matters: The truce could allow civilians trapped in a town with severe food, water and power shortages to receive aid or leave.