Ceasefire extended across Ukraine's Kherson region, officials say
Summary
A ceasefire that began to allow aid into Russian-occupied Oleshky has been extended across the wider Kherson region, officials said. The truce is intended to allow humanitarian deliveries and a planned evacuation on Friday, as thousands of residents face severe shortages and dangerous routes out.Key Facts
- The ceasefire began early Tuesday and no breaches had been reported at the time of publication.
- Melania Trump said the ceasefire area had expanded beyond Oleshky to provide safe passage for humanitarian convoys.
- Ukrainian and Russian officials said the truce was being observed.
- About 1,700 to 2,000 people remain in Oleshky, with a few thousand more in nearby areas.
- The plan calls for humanitarian aid deliveries followed by evacuations on Friday for residents who want to leave.
- David Arakhamia said the ceasefire would continue until 22:59 Ukrainian time on Sunday, 1 November.
- Oleshky has had no electricity, gas or water since the Kakhovka Dam was destroyed in 2023, and roads out are dangerous because of mines and drone attacks.
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