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Russia Resumes Strikes as Kremlin Reviews Ukraine’s Ceasefire Extension Proposal

Following the end of a brief Easter truce, Moscow considers Kyiv's 30-day ceasefire offer while U.S.-led peace talks continue without breakthroughs.

Le cimetière militaire Lychakiv, à Lviv, décoré de drapeaux ukrainiens, le dimanche de Pâques, le 20 avril 2025
Jean-Noël Barrot, ministre des Affaires étrangères.
Une mère et son fils après l'office de Pâques à Kyiv, le 20 avril 2025.
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Overview

  • Russia resumed military strikes on Ukraine after the expiration of its unilaterally declared 30-hour Easter ceasefire, with 74 targets reportedly hit.
  • Ukrainian President Zelensky proposed a 30-day extension of the ceasefire, focusing on halting attacks on civilian infrastructure.
  • Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that the proposal would be analyzed and did not rule out potential bilateral talks with Ukraine regarding the truce extension.
  • The U.S. continues to push for a peace agreement, with President Trump expressing hope for a resolution between Kyiv and Moscow within the week.
  • Both sides accuse each other of ceasefire violations, with Ukraine reporting over 2,000 breaches during the Easter truce and Russia accusing Kyiv of using civilian sites for military purposes.