Melania Trump ‘secured ceasefire’ in Ukrainian city of Oleshky: White House
White House says 'localised' ceasefire to take effect, as Russia and Ukraine say timing being determined.
The White House has said United States 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.
Following the announcement on Friday, a senior Ukrainian official told the Reuters news agency that a ceasefire in Oleshky would be established soon. A Kremlin spokesman said the military was working on coordinating the timing.
It comes as the administration of US President Donald Trump has renewed diplomacy aimed at ending the war. The approach has included upping pressure on Ukraine and handing several recent concessions to Russia.
While most residents have fled, those who remain have faced dire food and medical shortages. Both sides have accused the other of staunching the flow of supplies.