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Orthodox Easter truce falters as Ukraine says Russia continues drone strikes despite ceasefire

Orthodox Easter truce falters as Ukraine says Russia continues drone strikes despite ceasefire

Russia continues to strike Ukrainian positions with drones despite a Kremlin-declared Easter ceasefire

Russia's Alleged Ceasefire Violations Escalate Tensions with Ukraine

Russia's Alleged Ceasefire Violations Escalate Tensions with Ukraine

Russia has reportedly violated a recently announced Easter ceasefire over 400 times, according to Ukraine's General Staff. The ceasefire, which was supposed to last 32 hours starting from April 11, was breached with 469 recorded violations. These included 22 enemy assault actions, 153 instances of shelling, 19 kamikaze drone strikes, and 275 FPV drone strikes. The General Staff also reported 101 combat clashes along the front lines. In the North Slobozhansk and Kursk directions, Russian forces conducted 45 attacks on Ukrainian positions, with four involving multiple launch rocket systems. Meanwhile, Russian authorities accused Ukraine of violating the ceasefire by targeting locations in the Kursk and Belgorod regions with drone strikes, injuring five people. The ceasefire was initially announced by Russian President Vladimir Putin, and Ukraine had expressed willingness to observe a similar truce.

Russian strikes on Odesa kill 2 ahead of Orthodox Easter ceasefire

Russian strikes on Odesa kill 2 ahead of Orthodox Easter ceasefire

Russian drone strikes killed at least two people and wounded two others in the Ukrainian city of Odesa overnight Saturday, hitting a residential area

Orthodox Easter truce falters as Ukraine says Russia continues drone strikes

Orthodox Easter truce falters as Ukraine says Russia continues drone strikes

Russia continued to strike Ukrainian positions with drones despite a Kremlin-declared Easter ceasefire

Russian Drone Attacks Continue Despite Kremlin's Easter Ceasefire, Affecting Ukrainian Civilians

Russian Drone Attacks Continue Despite Kremlin's Easter Ceasefire, Affecting Ukrainian Civilians

Despite a ceasefire declared by Russian President Vladimir Putin over the Orthodox Easter weekend, Russian drone attacks persisted in Ukraine. The ceasefire, intended to last 32 hours from Saturday afternoon to Sunday, was not fully observed, according to Ukrainian military sources. Serhii Kolesnychenko, a communications officer for the 148th Separate Artillery Brigade, reported ongoing drone strikes in the Donetsk, Dnipropetrovsk, and Zaporizhzhia regions. Ukrainian forces responded to these violations with equivalent measures. The Ukrainian military command noted 469 violations of the truce. Meanwhile, Russian officials accused Ukraine of similar breaches, citing drone attacks in Russia's Kursk and Belgorod regions. The ceasefire was described by Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov as a humanitarian gesture, yet both sides have a history of accusing each other of violating such agreements.

Russia and Ukraine Accuse Each Other of Violating Easter Ceasefire Amid Prisoner Exchange

Russia and Ukraine Accuse Each Other of Violating Easter Ceasefire Amid Prisoner Exchange

Russia and Ukraine have accused each other of violating a temporary 32-hour ceasefire intended to mark Orthodox Easter. The ceasefire, which was supposed to provide a brief respite in the ongoing conflict, saw both nations exchanging 175 prisoners of war each. Despite this exchange, tensions remained high as Ukraine reported 469 ceasefire violations by Russian forces, including shelling and drone strikes. Meanwhile, Russian officials claimed that Ukrainian drones attacked targets in the Kursk region, injuring several people. The ceasefire violations highlight the ongoing hostilities between the two countries, even during religious observances.

Russian Ceasefire in Ukraine Fails as Drone Strikes Continue

Russian Ceasefire in Ukraine Fails as Drone Strikes Continue

Despite a Kremlin-declared ceasefire over the Orthodox Easter weekend, Russian forces continued to strike Ukrainian positions with drones, according to Ukrainian military sources. The ceasefire, announced by Russian President Vladimir Putin, was intended to halt hostilities from Saturday afternoon until the end of Sunday. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had expressed readiness to adhere to the ceasefire, viewing it as a potential step towards peace. However, Ukrainian forces reported ongoing drone attacks, casting doubt on the effectiveness of the truce. The ceasefire was meant to pause attacks on energy infrastructure, but previous attempts at such truces have often failed, with both sides accusing each other of violations.

Orthodox Easter Truce Between Russia and Ukraine Collapses Amid Accusations

Orthodox Easter Truce Between Russia and Ukraine Collapses Amid Accusations

A temporary truce between Russia and Ukraine, intended to coincide with Orthodox Easter, quickly fell apart as both nations accused each other of violating the ceasefire. The truce, which was supposed to last 32 hours, was agreed upon by Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. However, reports indicate that Russia launched attacks on Ukraine, including a drone strike in Odesa that resulted in civilian casualties. Meanwhile, Russia accused Ukraine of attacking a gas station in the Kursk region, injuring civilians. Despite the breakdown of the ceasefire, both sides managed to exchange 175 prisoners of war.

Russian Drone Strikes in Odesa Result in Fatalities Ahead of Orthodox Easter Ceasefire

Russian Drone Strikes in Odesa Result in Fatalities Ahead of Orthodox Easter Ceasefire

Russian drone strikes targeted the Ukrainian city of Odesa, resulting in at least two fatalities and two injuries. The attacks occurred just before a proposed Orthodox Easter ceasefire. The Ukrainian Air Force reported that Russia launched 160 drones, of which 133 were shot down or intercepted. Meanwhile, Russian President Vladimir Putin declared a 32-hour ceasefire over the Orthodox Easter weekend, while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed readiness to mirror any ceasefire steps.

Russia's Putin declares a ceasefire in Ukraine for Orthodox Easter

Russia's Putin declares a ceasefire in Ukraine for Orthodox Easter

Russia’s President Vladimir Putin has declared a ceasefire in Ukraine over the Orthodox Easter

Vladimir Putin Declares Orthodox Easter Ceasefire in Ukraine Amid Ongoing Conflict

Vladimir Putin Declares Orthodox Easter Ceasefire in Ukraine Amid Ongoing Conflict

Vladimir Putin has announced a 32-hour ceasefire in Ukraine over the Orthodox Easter weekend. This decision follows a proposal by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who suggested a pause in targeting each other's energy infrastructure during the holiday. The ceasefire is set to begin at 4pm on Saturday and last until the end of Sunday. The Kremlin's statement emphasized that Russian troops are ordered to cease hostilities but remain prepared for any provocations. Previous ceasefire attempts have been largely ineffective, with both sides accusing each other of violations. The announcement comes as the conflict between Russia and Ukraine continues into its fifth year, with no significant progress in US-led peace talks.

Ucrania y Rusia declaran alto el fuego por la Pascua ortodoxa

Ucrania y Rusia declaran alto el fuego por la Pascua ortodoxa

Ucrania y Rusia declararán este fin de semana un inusual alto el fuego de 32 horas por las fiestas de la Pascua ortodoxa, anunciaron el jueves los líderes de ambos países beligerantes.