Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced a temporary Easter ceasefire in Ukraine for humanitarian reasons, starting from 6 p.m. Moscow time on Saturday until midnight Sunday. Putin stated that Russian troops must be prepared to respond to any violations or provocations from the enemy during this period. There has been no immediate response from Ukrainian officials. This announcement came after President Donald Trump mentioned that negotiations between Ukraine and Russia were progressing, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio hinted that the United States may move on from peace deal efforts if there is no clear progress soon. The ceasefire’s significance is uncertain, as previous attempts at ceasefires by Putin in January 2023 were seen as strategic moves rather than genuine efforts to de-escalate the conflict. The announcement could be influenced by international pressure and rhetoric from Trump. Discussions among U.S., Ukrainian, and European officials in Paris indicated a potential shift in approach if progress is not made quickly. The ceasefire coincides with Easter celebrations and highlights the complex dynamics at play in the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
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