Fighting returns to Kherson region after longest Ukraine war ceasefire

Fighting has resumed in Kherson after a six-day ceasefire, the longest since Russia's invasion began in 2022. The truce allowed evacuations from Oleshky, but strikes resumed shortly after. Ukraine accused Russia of using the ceasefire to strengthen military positions, while the Kremlin acknowledged potential regrouping by both sides. The ceasefire was facilitated by Melania Trump, with both Ukrainian and Russian officials expressing gratitude. Despite the temporary calm, the Kremlin dismissed the idea of further truces, and violence continued elsewhere in Ukraine. The ceasefire's political motivations were evident, yet it allowed hundreds to escape hardship in Oleshky, highlighting the complex dynamics of the conflict.