Ukraine’s Easter Ceasefire Crumbles Amid Continued Attacks and Political Tension
Despite a announced ceasefire from Russia, Ukraine experiences ongoing attacks, raising questions about the sincerity of the truce and external political pressures.
The 30-hour cessation of hostilities would have been the most significant pause in the fighting throughout the war.
‘Easter truce’ in Russia’s Ukraine war marked by accusations of violations
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But behind the color and warmth of celebration lay a quieter tension, one that has come to define daily life in wartime Ukraine, jarred again when the Kremlin announced a surprise ceasefire Saturday, promising a brief pause in the violence, though few here took that seriously.
Kyiv celebrates an uneasy Easter as one-day ceasefire betwen Russia and Ukraine frays
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In practice, either Putin does not have full control over his army, or the situation proves that in Russia they have no intention of making a genuine move toward ending the war, and are only interested in favourable PR coverage.
Zelenskyy dismisses Putin ceasefire as ‘PR’ and says Russian attacks continue
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Doubt of a truce between Russia and Ukraine has deepened as U.S.-led efforts have so far yielded no breakthrough.
Ukrainians mark Easter with little faith in Russia ceasefire
ABC News·13d·ReliableThis source consistently reports facts with minimal bias, demonstrating high-quality journalism and accuracy.CenterThis outlet is balanced or reflects centrist views.Doubt of a truce between Russia and Ukraine has deepened as U.S.-led efforts have so far yielded no breakthrough.
Ukrainians mark Easter with little faith in Russia ceasefire
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Zelenskyy Says Russia Is Trying to Create an 'Impression of a Ceasefire' as Attacks Continue
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Ultimately, this brief, likely theoretical, probably rhetorical and entirely unilateral stop to a three-year war, is likely to do more damage to the role of diplomacy in the coming months than it does to support it.
Analysis: The real strategy behind Russia’s sudden truce announcement
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Unfortunately, we have had a long history of his statements not matching his actions.
Putin declares 'Easter truce', as Ukraine says he 'cannot be trusted'
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The move appeared to be scoffed at by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy who said shortly after the announcement that air raid alerts were ringing out across Ukraine.
Putin announces temporary Easter ceasefire in Ukraine war
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Putin has said repeatedly that he wants an end to the war.
Russia's Putin declares unilateral Easter ceasefire in Ukraine
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Previous attempts at holding ceasefires for Easter in April 2022 and Orthodox Christmas in January 2023 were not implemented after both sides failed to agree on them.
Russia's Putin declares temporary Easter ceasefire in Ukraine
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Despite the impasse, Vice President JD Vance voiced cautious optimism on Friday during a visit to Rome, saying Washington believes “there are interesting things to report on” from the past 24 hours of negotiations and that the Trump administration feels “optimistic that we can hopefully bring this war ... to a close.”
Putin Declares Easter Cease-Fire in Ukraine War; Zelenskyy Accuses Russia of Continued Attacks
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Putin's ceasefire announcement came after U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday said negotiations between Ukraine and Russia are "coming to a head" and insisted that neither side is "playing" him in his push to end the grinding three-year war.
Putin calls an Easter ceasefire as Russia and Ukraine swap hundreds of POWs
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Summary
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy dismissed a recent Easter ceasefire announced by Russia, stating the country continued shelling and assaults. Throughout the holiday, reports showed over 1,000 violations attributed to both sides, with Zelenskyy tracking hundreds of Russian attacks from the ceasefire's start. The truce, which sought to pause hostilities for humanitarian reasons, quickly unraveled, casting doubt on Russia's intentions. Amidst the conflict, a significant prisoner swap took place, with 277 Ukrainian soldiers returning home. Meanwhile, external pressures from U.S. officials could impact negotiation strategies as Zelenskyy calls for a more durable ceasefire that remains unanswered by Russia.
Perspectives
Putin declared a temporary Easter ceasefire, ordering his forces to stop military actions until the end of Sunday, but underscored readiness to respond to any violations.
Zelenskyy expressed deep skepticism about the truce, pointing to ongoing Russian attacks and a history of failed ceasefires, stating that Putin 'cannot be trusted' and emphasizing the need for actions over words.
The context of the ceasefire includes a notable prisoner swap and pressure from the U.S. for progress in diplomatic negotiations, with U.S. officials warning of disengagement if no clear signs of peace emerge.
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