Ukraine and Russia adhere to ceasefire agreement in Oleshky

Ukrainian Parliamentary Commissioner for Human Rights Dmytro Lubinets has reported that as of 17:30 on 27 October, the ceasefire in the town of Oleshky is being fully observed.

Source: Dmytro Lubinets on social media

Quote: "As of 5:30 p.m. on October 27, Ukraine and Russia are adhering to the ceasefire agreement in designated areas related to the humanitarian mission. The ceasefire came into effect today at 3:00 a.m. Kyiv time and 4:00 a.m. Moscow time.

The ceasefire will remain in effect until 10:59 p.m. on November 1. No ceasefire violations have been recorded by either side."

Details: Lubinets expressed hope that the situation will proceed according to the agreed plan, adding: "I hope that everything will continue in accordance with the agreed plan and that we will be able to help the civilians in Oleshky who are eagerly awaiting assistance."

Background:

• Ukrainian Human Rights Commissioner Dmytro Lubinets announced the start of a ceasefire in Oleshky from 03:00 on 27 October. The Russian Defence Ministry confirmed the implementation of the ceasefire.
• Earlier, the White House had issued a statement reporting that US First Lady Melania Trump had secured a truce between Russia and Ukraine in the Russian-occupied town of Oleshky in Kherson Oblast, where a humanitarian disaster is currently unfolding.
• The ceasefire will remain in effect until 22:59 on 1 November.

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