In brief
A ceasefire negotiated by U.S. First Lady Melania Trump has stopped combat in the eastern Ukrainian town of Oleshky, which remains under Russian occupation. The agreement opens a window for humanitarian agencies to bring in supplies and for civilians to be evacuated, with operations scheduled for Friday. Residents, however, have expressed concerns that the evacuation routes might force them through Crimea and other Russian‑held territories. BBC correspondent Dan Johnson reports that the truce follows intensified diplomatic pressure on Moscow and could set a precedent for other conflict zones. Officials say the ceasefire aims to provide relief and could pave the way for further negotiations in the region.
A ceasefire negotiated by U.S. First Lady Melania Trump has halted fighting in the eastern Ukrainian town of Oleshky, which remains under Russian occupation.
The agreement opens a window for humanitarian agencies to bring in supplies and for civilians to be evacuated, with operations scheduled for Friday.
Residents, however, have expressed concerns that the evacuation routes might force them through Crimea and other Russian‑held territories.
BBC correspondent Dan Johnson reports that the truce follows intensified diplomatic pressure on Moscow and could set a precedent for other conflict zones.
Officials say the ceasefire aims to provide relief and could pave the way for further negotiations in the region.
