Summary
Ukraine and Russia accused each other of breaking a ceasefire during Orthodox Easter. Ukraine reported over 2,000 violations by Russia, while Russia claimed nearly 2,000 violations by Ukraine. Both countries are attempting to negotiate peace, but are currently facing difficulties.
Key Facts
- Ukraine reported 2,299 Russian ceasefire violations since Saturday.
- Russia accused Ukraine of 1,971 violations, including attempted attacks in Dnipropetrovsk.
- President Zelensky of Ukraine hoped to extend the truce for peace talks, but Russia rejected this.
- Russian forces conducted 28 attacks and nearly 2,000 drone strikes during the ceasefire.
- A Russian drone hit an ambulance in Ukraine's Sumy region, injuring three medics.
- Russia reported Ukrainian attacks on positions in Pokrovsk and Otradne.
- The ceasefire, announced by President Putin, began during Orthodox Easter.
- Ukraine and Russia each exchanged 175 prisoners of war on Saturday.
