"Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on April 9 said Kyiv had repeatedly proposed a holiday cease-fire and that it will 'act accordingly' after Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered his troops to halt fire during the holiday."
"The Kremlin said Putin instructed the Russian General Staff 'to cease combat operations in all directions for this period,' adding that Russia's forces were prepared to 'counter any possible provocations by the enemy.'"
"Efforts to negotiate an end to Russia's war against Ukraine have slowed to a crawl as the United States focuses on the conflict with Iran."
"Fighting on the ground has come to near a standstill, with Russia occasionally capturing additional Ukrainian territory but suffering massive losses in the process."
Ukraine and Russia announced a 32-hour truce to mark Orthodox Easter, starting April 11. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy emphasized the need for a peaceful holiday. Russian President Putin ordered a halt to combat operations, but Russia remains resistant to longer-term cease-fires. Negotiations for a comprehensive peace deal have stalled as the U.S. focuses on its conflict with Iran. Both sides have accused each other of using truces to regroup. Fighting has slowed, with Russia capturing territory but suffering heavy losses, while Ukraine also endures significant casualties.
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