Russia and Ukraine accuse each other of breaching Easter truce
Sunday, 20 April 2025 () Russia and Ukraine trade accusations of truce violations during the Easter holiday. Despite a ceasefire announcement by Putin, both sides claim attacks. Zelensky reports increased shelling and drone use by Russia. Russia alleges repelled Ukrainian assaults and civilian casualties. Previous ceasefire attempts failed. Doubts linger about Russia's commitment to peace. Zelensky proposes extending the truce, but skepticism remains.
In a dramatic move to end two years of bloodshed, U.S. officials shared a proposed ceasefire plan during closed-door talks in Paris. The deal would freeze the Russia-Ukraine war in place, allowing Moscow to keep occupied territories—for now. Ukraine’s NATO aspirations would be paused, and...
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has agreed to observe Russian President Putin's surprise Easter truce, set to last until midnight Sunday. However, despite the ceasefire announcement, air raid..
Russian President Vladimir Putin announces an "Easter ceasefire" in Ukraine from 18:00 CEST on Saturday to midnight following Easter Sunday, speaking at a televised meeting with Russian Chief of..
Ukraine and Russia have accused each other of violating a 30-hour truce, but it comes as diplomatic efforts pick up, Russia Editor Steve Rosenberg writes. BBC News
Sunday, 20 April 2025 ()
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