Easter Ceasefire Between Russia and Ukraine Marred by Mutual Violations

13 articles · Updated · Bloomberg · Apr 9

Russia and Ukraine agreed to a 32-hour ceasefire for Orthodox Easter, but both sides quickly accused each other of violating the truce.
Despite the pause, Ukrainian officials reported hundreds of ceasefire breaches, including drone strikes, shelling, and assault actions along the frontline.
The short-lived truce offered little respite to civilians, highlighting ongoing distrust and the lack of progress toward a lasting peace settlement.

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