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UKRAINE-RUSSIA CONFLICT: PUTIN DECLARES EASTER TRUCE, BUT FIGHTING CONTINUES
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Russian President Vladimir Putin has declared a 30-hour Easter truce in Ukraine, citing “humanitarian considerations.” The truce is set to begin on Friday evening and last until Sunday. However, Ukrainian officials and civilians are skeptical about the ceasefire, with many believing it is just a publicity stunt. According to reports, Ukrainian troops were ordered to hold fire minutes after the truce was announced, but air raid sirens have been heard in Ukraine, and Russian attacks continue on several frontlines. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said, “If Russia is now suddenly ready to truly engage in a format of full and unconditional silence, Ukraine will act accordingly — mirroring Russia’s actions.” Zelensky also urged Putin to extend the truce beyond the 30-hour period, saying it would reveal Russia’s true intentions. “Thirty days could give peace a chance,” he added. The Ukrainian president emphasized that there is no trust in words coming from Moscow, given Russia’s history of manipulating ceasefires. Andriy Kovalenko, head of the Center for Countering Disinformation in Ukraine, claimed Russia has not ceased hostilities despite the truce announcement. “There is NO truce: in all directions, the Russian Federation continues to fire, as before,” he said. The proposed truce comes after a 30-day ceasefire deal was agreed between Ukraine and the US, but Russia declined its terms. Putin’s declaration of a unilateral truce may be an attempt to convince the White House that Russia is serious about ending the war. Civilians in Ukraine are also expressing skepticism about the truce. “He only knows how to get things done using force,” said Kyiv resident Tetiana Solovei, referring to Putin. “Tonight, in Ukraine and especially in Kyiv, we expect missiles. There will be no ceasefire.”
