Kherson ceasefire ends, reopening Ukraine’s humanitarian crisis

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The multi-day truce, described as the longest localized pause of the Ukraine war, began on October 27 and reportedly ended without violations during the ceasefire itself. The arrangement created a temporary window for evacuations and aid deliveries in and around Oleshky, while separate reports said Ukraine and Russia faced cyberattacks affecting emergency-alert applications. The end of the truce comes as the broader war enters another winter and as diplomatic efforts remain fragile, leaving civilians exposed to renewed shelling, disrupted warnings, and limited access to humanitarian assistance.

Sources: Associated Press, The Straits Times, Euronews