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Melania Trump on Oleshky ceasefire: Russia and Ukraine have chosen 'humanity over war'

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NBC News. (2026, November 5). Melania Trump on Oleshky ceasefire: Russia and Ukraine have chosen 'humanity over war'. NBC News. https://www.nbcnews.com/video/melania-trump-thanks-russia-and-ukraine-for-oleshky-ceasefire-272928837687

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On November 3, 2026, Melania Trump, the First Lady of the United States, will host peace talks at the White House involving representatives from both Russia and Ukraine. This marks an unusual diplomatic initiative by an American first lady, as she seeks to build upon a limited cease-fire she brokered in Oleshky, a Ukrainian town held by Russian forces along the Dnieper River. The six-day truce allowed nearly 800 civilians to evacuate safely after years under bombardment.

On November 5, 2026, representatives from Russia and Ukraine met with Melania Trump at the White House to discuss the ongoing ceasefire and humanitarian efforts in Oleshky. Those present included Russian President Vladimir Putin’s special envoy Kirill Dmitriev and human rights commissioner Yana Lantratova, as well as Ukrainian parliament leader David Arakhamia and parliamentary human rights commissioner Dmytro Lubinets.

During the meeting, Melania Trump urged both nations to work towards a more enduring peace. Meanwhile, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy awarded Melania Trump a national honor for her role in brokering this partial ceasefire. The event is seen as a significant diplomatic move, marking the first time an American first lady has personally facilitated such discussions between warring nations.

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