Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced a temporary Easter ceasefire in Ukraine for humanitarian reasons, from 6 p.m. Moscow time on Saturday until midnight Sunday. He expects the Ukrainian side to follow suit but warns his troops to be prepared for any violations or provocations. President Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio have made comments suggesting the U.S. may move on from peace negotiations if no clear progress is made soon. The ceasefire’s significance remains uncertain, with some questioning if it is a genuine de-escalation effort or a strategic pause due to international pressure and political rhetoric. A similar unilateral ceasefire declared by Putin in January 2023 for Orthodox Christmas was dismissed as a ploy for battlefield advantage. The lack of immediate response from Ukrainian officials leaves the future of the ceasefire and peace talks in uncertainty. The situation is tense as various world leaders and officials weigh in on the need for progress and the potential outcomes if negotiations fail. The ceasefire coincides with Easter celebrations, signaling a possible attempt at goodwill but remains overshadowed by doubts and skepticism about its motives and effects.
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