A ceasefire is in effect in Oleshky, Kherson Oblast, to allow for a humanitarian mission / Photo: Getty Images
A ceasefire is in effect in the temporarily occupied territory of the Kherson region to allow for a humanitarian mission. Ukraine and Russia have agreed to observe the ceasefire in designated areas, and the first results are already visible.
Dmytro Lubinets, the Verkhovna Rada’s Human Rights Commissioner, reported this.
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How long will the ceasefire in Oleshky last?
The ceasefire began on October 27 at 3:00 a.m. Kyiv time, or 4:00 a.m. Moscow time. According to the agreement, it is set to last until 10:59 p.m. on November 1.
According to Lubinets, as of 5:30 p.m. on October 27, no violations of the ceasefire by Ukraine or Russia had been recorded.
The Ombudsman emphasized that the agreements are being fully implemented. The ceasefire applies to specific territories related to the humanitarian mission.
Who will assist civilians in Oleshky?
Dmytro Lubinets reported that the humanitarian mission is being carried out jointly with Yana Lantratova, Russia’s Human Rights Commissioner. According to him, U.S. First Lady Melania Trump is mediating and coordinating the effort.
“I hope that everything will continue according to the agreed-upon plan and that we will be able to help the civilians in Oleshky who are so eagerly awaiting assistance,”
Lubinec expressed hope that the humanitarian mission will continue to proceed according to the agreed-upon plan and will make it possible to provide the necessary assistance to the civilian residents of Oleshky.
As a reminder, Dmytro Lubinets previously described how A humanitarian mission will take place in Oleshky. The agreements provide for the delivery of humanitarian aid, technical demining, and the creation of conditions for civilians to leave the city. The operation is planned to be carried out in stages, and residents will decide for themselves whether to evacuate.
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