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Local Ceasefire Holds in Southern Ukraine Amid Competing Diplomatic Claims

A temporary local truce near the Russian-occupied city of Oleshky appeared to hold, allowing for the planned evacuation of trapped civilians. Meanwhile, competing claims have emerged regarding who brokered the ceasefire, highlighting tensions between international figures and governments.

Referenced News Coverage (2 sources)

Oleshky truce appears to hold as two European leaders have ‘frank’ call with Putin (The Guardian)
Melania or the pope: Who brokered Russia-Ukraine ceasefire in Oleshky? (Al Jazeera English)