Putin rejects plea for extended Easter ceasefire in Ukraine
- Vladimir Putin did not issue an order to extend the Easter ceasefire, Dmitry Peskov told the TASS agency. Earlier, Volodymyr Zelensky appealed for an extension of the break in military activities at the front.
"Easter ceasefire" announced by Putin
The Easter ceasefire announced by Vladimir Putin was intended to halt military activities in Ukraine. Despite the declaration, attacks from the Russian side did not cease, causing international outrage. The European Commission and the United Kingdom called on Russia for a genuine ceasefire, emphasizing the importance of lasting peace.
The Easter ceasefire was viewed as a political maneuver designed to appease international public opinion. Experts suggest that unilateral declarations from Russia do not reflect the reality on the ground, and military actions continue. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed skepticism about Moscow's intentions.
Despite the announced ceasefire, the situation in Ukraine remains tense. Russia and Ukraine blame each other for violating the terms of the ceasefire. International calls for a lasting ceasefire underline the need for real action from Russia to achieve peace in the region.
