Localised ceasefire in Ukraine's Kherson region to end
A temporary truce in the southern region ends after Russia declines to extend the agreement.
At a glance
- Localised ceasefire in Kherson region expires Sunday evening
- Russia declined to extend the truce agreement
- The ceasefire was the longest pause in fighting since the war began
A localised ceasefire in Ukraine's Kherson region, described as the longest truce of the war, is set to expire on Sunday evening. According to France 24, Russia has refused to extend the agreement, leading to the end of the temporary halt in hostilities.
The ceasefire had been limited to the Kherson region in southern Ukraine. Its conclusion marks the end of what had been the most sustained pause in fighting since the conflict began.
Why it matters
Ceasefires, even localised ones, are rare in the Ukraine conflict and their breakdown signals continued military operations in the region.
Original reporting
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