Putin Declares Easter Ceasefire in Ukraine War — Kyiv and US Respond with Skepticism

Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced a brief Easter ceasefire in the war with Ukraine, halting hostilities from Saturday evening to Monday midnight. While Putin framed the pause as a goodwill gesture, Ukraine and the US are skeptical, citing previous ceasefires used by Russia to regroup or deceive.

Ukrainian officials say Russian attacks continued even after the announcement, and air raid sirens blared across Kyiv just minutes after the truce began. The move comes as US-led peace talks stall, and the Trump administration warns it may soon “move on” from efforts to broker a 30-day ceasefire.

Key Highlights:

Putin declares 2-day Easter truce; Kyiv says "fighting never stopped"

Air raid sirens and drone attacks followed ceasefire announcement

US peace efforts stall as Russia rejects 30-day ceasefire deal

Zelensky calls truce a "manipulation of human life"

Largest prisoner swap of the war conducted on same day

Skepticism rooted in past holiday ceasefires used for Russian advantage

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