Ukraine: Trump says he's hopeful on 'a deal this week' DW 04/21/2025
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In a tense Easter Sunday, Russia and Ukraine exchanged accusations regarding violations of a declared ceasefire. Ukrainian officials reported extensive Russian artillery fire and drone strikes, while President Zelenskyy claimed 2,000 ceasefire violations were committed by Russia. Despite the ceasefire, Ukraine maintained it only responded defensively. Zelenskyy proposed a new ceasefire format that would halt long-range attacks on civilians for at least 30 days, stating that refusal from Russia would signify their desire to prolong the conflict. Meanwhile, Russia claimed to have thwarted Ukrainian assaults during this brief truce.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy suggested a ceasefire by stopping long-range strikes on civilians for at least 30 days, claiming if Russia declines, it proves their intent for war.
Both Russia and Ukraine accused each other of ceasefire violations, as reported mass drone and artillery attacks plot a complex battlefield on Easter Sunday.
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