Melania Trump brokers localized Russia-Ukraine ceasefire, White House says
Also reported by BBC World
Summary
First Lady Melania Trump helped arrange a temporary ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine in the city of Oleshky. This pause in fighting will allow humanitarian aid to reach people in the area.Key Facts
- Melania Trump played a role in negotiating a ceasefire in Oleshky, a city on the front line of the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
- The ceasefire will start on Thursday.
- Both Russia and Ukraine agreed to stop military actions temporarily in Oleshky.
- The main goal is to let humanitarian aid enter the city and help people in need.
- The White House announced this ceasefire in an official statement on Friday morning.
- The ceasefire is described as localized, meaning it applies only to the city of Oleshky, not the entire conflict zone.
