Zelensky gives Melania Trump Ukraine's highest award after Oleshky ceasefire

What happened: Zelensky awarded Melania Trump Ukraine's Order of Princess Olga, 1st Class, for humanitarian support, after a ceasefire in Kherson region allowed evacuation of several hundred people from Oleshky. Key numbers: Order of Princess Olga, 1st Class. Several hundred people evacuated. Why it matters: The White House said Melania Trump independently initiated engagement between the two nations and secured the ceasefire, calling it an unprecedented diplomatic initiative by an American First Lady. Both sides thanked her but did not elaborate on her involvement. Coverage: 4 outlets in 24h

Zelensky awarded Melania Trump Ukraine's Order of Princess Olga, 1st Class, for humanitarian support, after a ceasefire in Kherson region allowed evacuation of several hundred people from Oleshky.

The White House said Melania Trump independently initiated engagement between the two nations and secured the ceasefire, calling it an unprecedented diplomatic initiative by an American First Lady. Both sides thanked her but did not elaborate on her involvement.