Melania Trump secures ceasefire in Ukrainian city of Oleshky

Melania Trump has secured a temporary ceasefire in the Ukrainian city of Oleshky, according to the White House, with Russia and Ukraine confirming a halt in hostilities in the Russian-occupied area. The ceasefire is set to take effect on October 27, two days earlier than the White House's previously stated date of October 29. Ukraine's human rights ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets says both sides have signed an agreement on the details, thanking Melania Trump for her personal efforts that made the truce possible. The White House says Oleshky's remaining population, mostly elderly residents, urgently needs healthcare, medicine, food, and clean water, with reports that residents have been forced to eat weeds to survive. The Kremlin has praised Melania Trump's initiative, and Ukrainian negotiator Davyd Arakhamia confirmed the truce will enable humanitarian corridors and food deliveries.