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  "title": "Melania Trump secures ceasefire between Russia, Ukraine in Oleshky",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/23/melania-trump-secures-ceasefire-between-russia-ukraine-in-oleshky",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-23T18:16:34.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/23/melania-trump-secures-ceasefire-between-russia-ukraine-in-oleshky/"
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  "account": "On Friday, October 23, 2026, US First Lady Melania Trump announced she had played a role in arranging a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine in the city of Oleshky. The city, which had been under Russian control since February 2022, is situated near the southeastern frontline of the ongoing conflict. The White House made the announcement, with a Kremlin spokesman confirming that Russian military forces were working on coordinating the start time.\n\nThe US administration has been stepping up diplomatic efforts to end the war, putting additional pressure on Ukraine while making some concessions to Russia. In a statement released by the White House, Melania described the circumstances in Oleshky as dire, explaining that the city is a frontline war zone on the brink of disaster. Residents have been dealing with limited electricity, mined roads, and frequent military strikes. She added that without her intervention, it would be impossible to bring humanitarian aid into the city or evacuate the elderly.\n\nMelania stated that her representatives had engaged directly with leaders from both Russia and Ukraine to agree on the terms of the local ceasefire. She also noted that civilian officials from both countries would collaborate to ensure that humanitarian assistance reaches those affected by the conflict. Oleshky, which once had around 24,000 residents before the war, is now host to about 2,000 remaining residents who face severe shortages of food and medical supplies.\n\nUnder the terms of the ceasefire, approximately 2,000 individuals who wish to leave Oleshky will be evacuated to their preferred destination in either Russia or Ukraine. Melania also revealed that an impartial American media organization would be present during operations on the ground, though she did not specify the outlet. Prior to this development, Melania had been actively involved in efforts to reunite children taken by Russia during the war with their families.",
  "summary": "US First Lady Melania Trump says she has helped secure a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine in the southern Ukrainian city of Oleshky, which has been under Russian occupation since February 2022. The White House announced the development on Friday, October 23, 2026. A senior Ukrainian official told Reuters that the ceasefire would be put […] Melania Trump secures ceasefire between Russia,…",
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