Ołeszki, a city of hunger and mines, bids farewell to a short truce. "We returned from hell"

A ceasefire in Oleszki lasted from October 27 to November 1, allowing humanitarian aid and civilian evacuations. Ukrainian officials thanked Melania Trump for her role in the initiative, while Russia declined to extend the truce. The situation in Oleszki was dire, with severe shortages of food and medical supplies. Residents described their return from the city as coming back from hell. The ceasefire has been criticized as a propaganda move by Russia to improve Putin's image ahead of U.S. midterm elections, while Ukrainian media suggest it allowed Russia to regroup and resupply.