In a rare move during the ongoing war, Russian President Vladimir Putin has declared a temporary ceasefire in Ukraine to align with Easter festivities. As announced by the Kremlin, the truce will start on April 19 at 6:00 PM and continue until midnight on April 21.
The Kremlin expressed hope that Ukraine would respect the ceasefire, warning that any violations would be met with a firm response. “We expect Ukraine to take similar steps during this period. Any breach will be dealt with decisively,” read the official statement.
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President Putin stressed that Ukraine’s actions during the ceasefire would demonstrate its sincerity in pursuing peace. “Russia remains open to dialogue, and this truce will serve as a measure of Ukraine’s commitment to resolving the conflict,” he noted.
He also acknowledged the involvement of global powers such as the U.S. and China in working toward a fair and lasting resolution. “We value the international community’s support for a peaceful solution to the crisis,” Putin added.
