White House says Melania Trump brokered truce for Ukraine city 'on brink of disaster'

What happened: The White House said US First Lady Melania Trump secured a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine in the Russian-occupied city of Oleshky, set to begin on 29 October. Ukraine and Russia have not commented. Key numbers: Ceasefire start date is 29 October. Oleshky was seized by Russian forces in February 2022. Why it matters: The statement says the truce would allow humanitarian aid into the city and evacuation of elderly residents, who lack electricity, food, medicine and clean water. It did not say how long the ceasefire would last. Coverage: 9 outlets in 24h

The White House said US First Lady Melania Trump secured a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine in the Russian-occupied city of Oleshky, set to begin on 29 October. Ukraine and Russia have not commented.

The statement says the truce would allow humanitarian aid into the city and evacuation of elderly residents, who lack electricity, food, medicine and clean water. It did not say how long the ceasefire would last.