Russian President Vladimir Putin has unexpectedly announced a 32-hour ceasefire in Ukraine, set to begin on Saturday afternoon and last until the end of Sunday, coinciding with the Orthodox Easter weekend. The move comes after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had called for a temporary pause in the conflict, sparking speculation about potential diplomatic efforts to bring a halt to the ongoing war. With tensions between the two nations remaining high, the proposed ceasefire has raised questions about its feasibility and the motivations behind Putin's sudden decision. As Ukraine weighs its response, the international community will be closely watching to see if this brief respite can pave the way for a more lasting peace.
Kremlin proposes 32-hour ceasefire starting on Saturday afternoon – with Ukraine expected to agree to planVladimir Putin has declared a 32-hour ceasefire in Ukraine over the Orthodox Easter weekend, after an earlier call from Volodymyr Zelenskyy for a pause.The president’s decree, released by the Kremlin on Thursday, orders Russian forces to observe a ceasefire starting on 4pm Saturday and lasting until the end of Sunday. Continue reading...
