The Russian-occupied city of Oleshky has had no electricity, gas or water for three years, as residents reported having to eat weeds to survive.
What we know about Ukraine-Russia truce in Oleshky, brokered by Melania Trump
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- Trump lauds Melania over Russia-Ukraine localised ceasefire deal
- Russia halts strikes on Ukraine’s Kherson as Oleshky ceasefire takes effect
- Local ceasefire brokered by Melania Trump starts in southern Ukraine
- Melania Trump-brokered local ceasefire begins as Russia continues attacks on Ukraine
- Melania or the pope: Who brokered Russia-Ukraine ceasefire in Oleshky?
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