Oleshky:A multi-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine in the Russian-controlled Ukrainian city of Oleshky concluded late Sunday without any reported violations from either side. The truce was initially announced to facilitate the delivery of humanitarian aid and the evacuation of civilians.
According to Anadolu Agency – English, the ceasefire, which took effect on a Tuesday, was announced by US first lady Melania Trump. It was extended to areas beyond Oleshky in the Kherson region to ensure safe passage for humanitarian convoys.
The temporary truce allowed residents to move freely and access essential supplies, including food, clean water, and medicine. Trump emphasized that the ceasefire provided a "renewed sense of dignity without the constant threat of attack." On a US social media platform, she expressed hope for lasting peace beginning in Oleshky.
The humanitarian mission, which ended on Friday, was highlighted by Russian Human Rights Commissioner Yana Lantratova. She noted the commitment of both sides to the ceasefire and suggested making such coordinated humanitarian missions a regular occurrence. The cooperation between her and Ukrainian counterpart, Dmytro Lubinets, demonstrated the potential for aiding civilians even under challenging conditions.
Saturday saw Ukrainian Parliament Commissioner for Human Rights Dmytro Lubinets remark that this ceasefire was the longest observed by the parties since 2022. Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha viewed the mission as a confidence-building measure that could lead to further peace efforts, asserting that Kyiv maintained good faith throughout the truce. He urged for a broader cessation of hostilities, stating that if peace could be achieved in one area, it could be extended nationwide, with Ukraine ready to embrace this possibility.