Russia, Ukraine begin ceasefire in city of Oleshky as deadly strikes continue elsewhere

Lubinets, Ukraine's human rights commissioner, told CNN that the ceasefire went into effect at 3:00 a.m. Kyiv time Tuesday[2]. CNN also reports that Russia's defense ministry said on Telegram it stopped shelling in the direction of Oleshky at the same time[2].According to the BBC, the truce, which the White House said was secured by US First Lady Melania Trump, is meant to allow aid deliveries and a civilian evacuation on Friday.[3] The BBC also reports that Davyd Arakhamia, a Ukrainian MP, said the truce is due to be in place until 23:59 local time on 1 November[3].CNN reports that Melania Trump said the ceasefire zone had expanded "beyond Oleshky, within the Kherson Region, to provide safe passage for the humanitarian convoys."[2]The BBC reports that residents say they are suffering extreme hunger and want to leave.[3] One resident told the BBC: "I don't believe in Russia's humanity."[3]Meanwhile, CBC reports that President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Russia's overnight attacks included 16 ballistic missiles and more than 280 drones[1]. CBC also reports that city officials said new strikes hit the Southern Bridge and subway infrastructure in Kyiv, forcing a suspension of traffic[1].According to CNN, Ukraine's Emergency Service said a 46-year-old woman was killed and more than a dozen people were injured in an attack on Kyiv[2]. CNN also reports that Russia's military said it intercepted and destroyed 222 Ukrainian drones over its territory.[2]