Russia declares Easter ceasefire

The Kremlin's humanitarian pause is scheduled to last until midnight on Sunday, ostensibly to allow believers to attend Easter services.

President Zelenskyy has stated that while the people need a holiday without threats, a lasting peace will only follow 'appropriate' actions from Moscow.

The ceasefire comes as both sides continue to engage in heavy fighting, with recent Russian drone strikes hitting energy infrastructure in Odesa and Sumy.

International observers remain wary, viewing the move as a potential tactical pause rather than a sincere step toward ending the war.