Aid reaches Oleshky as Russia-Ukraine truce holds for third day

Humanitarian aid is scheduled to arrive in Russian-occupied Oleshky on Friday as a rare ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine holds for a third day, according to a Ukrainian official. The truce has enabled de-mining efforts in the devastated southern city. The six-day ceasefire, in place since Tuesday, has brought stillness to nearby Ukrainian-held Kherson and allowed both sides to clear landmines. Officials from both countries confirmed no violations have been recorded, with aid deliveries and potential civilian evacuations planned. The truce was brokered with help from U.S. first lady Melania Trump and Pope Leo XIV. Meanwhile, Russia reported downing 1,214 Ukrainian drones overnight, and Moscow and Kyiv are seeking favor with Washington ahead of potential three-way talks next month.