Ukrainian Parliamentary Commissioner for Human Rights Dmytro Lubinets has reported that as of 17: 30 on 27 October, the ceasefire in the town of Oleshky is being fully observed.
Source: Dmytro Lubinets on social media
Quote: "As of 5: 30 p. m. on October 27, Ukraine and Russia are adhering to the ceasefire agreement in designated areas related to the humanitarian mission. The ceasefire came into effect today at 3: 00 a. m. Kyiv time and 4: 00 a. m. Moscow time.
The ceasefire will remain in effect until 10: 59 p. m. on November 1. No ceasefire violations have been recorded by either side."
Details: Lubinets expressed hope that the situation will proceed according to the agreed plan, adding: "I hope that everything will continue in accordance with the agreed plan and that we will be able to help the civilians in Oleshky who are eagerly awaiting assistance."
Background: Ukrainian Human Rights Commissioner Dmytro Lubinets announced the start of a ceasefire in Oleshky from 03: 00 on 27 October. The Russian Defence Ministry confirmed the implementation of the ceasefire. Earlier, the White House had issued a statement reporting that US First Lady Melania Trump had secured a truce between Russia and Ukraine in the Russian-occupied town of Oleshky in Kherson Oblast, where a humanitarian disaster is currently unfolding. The ceasefire will remain in effect until 22: 59 on 1 November.
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