Ukraine and Russia agree first official ceasefire for Orthodox Easter

Ukraine and Russia agree to a 32-hour ceasefire starting Saturday afternoon, marking the first official pause in hostilities since the February 2022 invasion. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasises the need for peace during Orthodox Easter, while the Kremlin claims the initiative as its own but prepares for potential provocations. This ceasefire follows numerous previous failed attempts at truces throughout the conflict.

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