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Putin declares 30-hour Easter ‘truce’ in Ukraine

Farms engulfed in flames after Russia’s overnight attacks on Odesa
  • Russian President Vladimir Putin declared a unilateral Easter ceasefire in Ukraine, starting from 6pm Moscow time on Saturday until midnight on April 21.
  • Putin expressed hope that Ukraine would reciprocate the ceasefire, but also stated that Russian forces were prepared for potential Ukrainian "violations and provocations."
  • This announcement comes as U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to abandon peace talks between Russia and Ukraine if no immediate progress is observed.
  • Trump stated that if either side obstructs the peace process, the US would withdraw from negotiations.
  • Russia's Defence Ministry confirmed the ceasefire, stating it would be upheld if Ukraine also complied.
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