Localized Russia-Ukraine ceasefire takes effect in Oleshky

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The truce began at 0100 GMT after officials on both sides confirmed the arrangement. Its immediate scope is limited to Oleshky, and its stated purpose is humanitarian rather than a broader halt to the Russia-Ukraine war. The development comes as international attention remains focused on escalating Middle East tensions, including regional security talks involving Iran, Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan, and reported missile activity linked to Yemen’s Houthi movement.

Sources: CNN, BBC, Anadolu Agency