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Local ceasefire agreed for Oleshky; new talks announced

Ukraine and Russia agreed on 23 October to a localized ceasefire for humanitarian aid and evacuations in Oleshky.

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AI illustration of preparations for a humanitarian corridor in Oleshky
AI illustration of preparations for a humanitarian corridor in Oleshky

Both parties to the conflict are presented separately, followed by a factual neutral assessment.

Ukrainian account

Kyiv said the ceasefire was due to begin on 27 October and that Ukrainian forces would support the humanitarian mission. President Zelenskyy also announced technical talks with Russia and the United States for the first half of November.

Russian account

Moscow confirmed the local ceasefire and said Russian forces would halt fire from 27 October. Russia continues to demand further Ukrainian territorial concessions and limits on Ukraine's armed forces.

Neutral editorial assessment

Reuters and AP confirm the agreement by both sides. It is limited to Oleshky and humanitarian measures; central disputes over territory and security guarantees remain unresolved. Early statements partly cited 29 October, while the later implementation timing confirmed by both sides is 27 October.

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