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Easter ceasefire violations in Ukraine

Easter ceasefire violations in Ukraine

The General Staff of Ukraine's armed forces claimed that Russian troops breached the ceasefire nearly 2,300 times, including the alleged execution of four unarmed prisoners of war.

Russia's defense ministry countered by accusing Kyiv of similar breaches and stated that hostilities would not cease unless Ukraine agreed to its terms.

Vladimir Putin was seen attending an Easter service in Moscow, appearing weary as the conflict enters its fourth year.

The failure of the holiday truce underscores the deep lack of trust between the warring nations.

Ukraine Juan Antonio Segal, CC BY-SA 4.0
Ukraine
Country in Eastern Europe
Russia
Country in Eastern Europe and Northern Asia
Vladimir Putin
2nd and 4th President of Russia (2000-2008, 2012-present), 7th and 11th Prime Minister of Russia (1999-2000, 2008-2012), Director of the Federal Security Service (1998-1999) and Deputy Mayor of Saint Petersburg (1994-1996)
Moscow
Capital and most populous city of Russia