"The ceasefire is not being observed by the Russian side, said Serhii Kolesnychenko, a communications officer for the 148th Separate Artillery Brigade. While artillery fire had paused, Russian forces continued to use drones to strike Ukrainian positions."
"Easter should be a time of silence and safety. A ceasefire (at) Easter could also become the beginning of real movement toward peace, said Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, while warning of swift military responses to any violations."
"Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov described Putin's move as a humanitarian gesture, but emphasized that Moscow remains focused on a comprehensive settlement based on its longstanding demands, which have prevented an agreement."
Despite a declared ceasefire by Russia for Orthodox Easter, drone strikes on Ukrainian positions persist. Ukrainian forces report a pause in artillery fire but respond to drone attacks. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy emphasizes adherence to the ceasefire while warning of military responses to violations. Previous ceasefire attempts have been largely ineffective, with mutual accusations of violations. Kremlin officials describe the ceasefire as a humanitarian gesture, yet maintain focus on longstanding demands that hinder peace negotiations.
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