Vladimir Putin announced an Easter truce, reported the news agency TASS. “The consequence to the Easter truce will show how sincere Kiev’s ability and willingness to participate in peace talks are,” stated the Russian president.
After this information, the entry on social media was posted by the Minister of abroad Affairs of Ukraine. "The state of Ukraine remains clear and coherent: on 11 March in Jeduda we unconditionally agreed to the US proposal for a complete temporary ceasefire for 30 days. Russia has refused, and Russia's refusal to the United States has lasted 39 days. Instead, the Moscow government imposed different conditions and increased panic against Ukraine, civilians and civilian infrastructure throughout the country. Putin has now made statements about his alleged readiness to ceasefire. 30 hours alternatively of 30 days. Unfortunately, we have a long past of his statements that do not match his actions," Sybiha wrote.
“We know that his words cannot be trusted and we will look at deeds, not words. Russia can at any time agree to the proposal of a full and unconditional 30-day ceasefire that has been on the table since March. We want Russian forces to actually hold fire in all directions. We besides call on all our partners and the global community to stay vigilant. Only deeds, not words, uncover the truth: this war has started and continues only due to Russia," added the Ukrainian diplomat.
War in Ukraine. Moscow sets the terms of the truce
A communication on the Easter truce was besides issued by the Russian Ministry of Defence. "On the eve of Easter, all group commanders in the peculiar Military Operations region were ordered to hold fire from 18:00 Moscow time on April 19 to 00:00 Moscow time on April 21," reported the Russian Ministry of Defence.
"The ceasefire was introduced for humanitarian purposes and will be respected by a joint group of Russian troops, provided it is mutually respected by the government in Kiev", the Russian MON reserves.
