Melania Trump hosts Russian and Ukrainian officials at White House to mark Oleshky ceasefire

First Lady Melania Trump hosted Russian and Ukrainian officials at the White House on Thursday to mark a six-day ceasefire she brokered in the Ukrainian village of Oleshky, with Putin's envoy thanking her for her humanitarian role. Russian envoy Kirill Dmitriev said Putin personally gave instructions and sent thanks, while Ukrainian officials Davyd Arakhamia and Dmytro Lubinets praised her efforts and urged continued de-escalation. The ceasefire, signed Oct. 23, allowed humanitarian aid delivery and evacuations from the besieged city. Melania Trump said nearly 800 residents evacuated during the truce, which she initiated after learning of dire conditions in Oleshky, where food and medical supplies were scarce. She has helped reunite nearly three dozen children separated by the war and expressed hope the ceasefire could expand.