Kremlin announces silence regime near Oleshky for humanitarian mission

Official confirmation from Moscow

The defence department of the Russian Federation officially recorded the establishment of a ceasefire regime on the Kherson axis. The Russian ministry's statement notes that silence was introduced at 04:00 Moscow time on 27 October 2026. This decision is linked to preparations for a humanitarian mission in the area of the settlement of Oleshky in Kherson region.

Details of agreements from the Ukrainian side

Earlier, the Ombudsman of the Verkhovna Rada, Dmytro Lubinets, reported on the initiation of the silence regime. According to him, the reached agreements provide for the conduct of a joint humanitarian operation. The Ukrainian and Russian ombudsmen are to participate in it, while the role of mediator is played by the First Lady of the United States, Melania Trump.

Security status and information openness

Dmytro Lubinets emphasised that both sides are adhering to the terms of the reached agreement. The main priority remains ensuring the safety of the civilian population of Oleshky. At the same time, specific details and results of the humanitarian operation are not disclosed at this time.