DW: Russia announces Syria ceasefire to establish 'humanitarian corridor' in Eastern Ghouta
The Russian president has ordered a new ceasefire to allow civilians to exit one of Syria's last rebel strongholds. The UN has urged warring parties to end hostilities to allow much-needed aid into devastated areas.
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday ordered a daily "humanitarian pause" to airstrikes in Eastern Ghouta near Damascus, said Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu, according to Russian news agencies.
The ceasefire comes amid calls from the international community to implement a nationwide cessation of hostilities as the humanitarian situation worsens on the ground.
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