Russia and Ukraine accused each other of breaking a one-day Easter ceasefire declared by President Vladimir Putin, with Russia blaming Ukraine for over 1,000 ceasefire violations. The ceasefire was meant to last until midnight on Sunday, but there was no order from Putin to extend it. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy claimed that Russia had carried out hundreds of artillery attacks despite the ceasefire, while Russia’s Defense Ministry stated that Ukraine had also violated the ceasefire multiple times, causing damage and civilian deaths. The failure to observe the ceasefire highlights the challenges in reaching a lasting peace deal, with U.S. President Donald Trump expressing hope for a deal this week but also warning that the U.S. would walk away from peace efforts if there is no progress. Zelenskyy proposed a 30-day ceasefire, suggesting that Russia abandon attacks on civilian targets, but it remains to be seen if Russia will agree. The situation underscores the ongoing conflict between the two countries and the difficulty in achieving a resolution.
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