Zelensky on ceasefire: Russia has chance not to resume strikes after Easter

Zelensky on ceasefire: Russia has chance not to resume strikes after Easter

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President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky stated that people need an Easter without threats and real progress toward peace, and that Russia has a chance not to resume strikes after the holiday.

According to Ukrinform, the head of state said this on Telegram.

"Ukraine has repeatedly stated that we are ready for symmetrical steps. We proposed a ceasefire during the Easter holidays this year and will act accordingly. People need an Easter free from threats and real movement toward peace, and Russia has a chance not to return to strikes after Easter as well," the statement reads.

Read also: Zelensky warns: Leaving Donbas would open door to Russian assault on Kharkiv, Dnipro

As reported, Russian leader Vladimir Putin announced a temporary cessation of hostilities in the war against Ukraine for Easter.

Photo: Office of the President

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