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Russia and Ukraine accuse each other of attacks during Orthodox Easter ceasefire
A 32-hour truce that began at 4 p.m. Moscow time was breached within hours as Russian regions reported Ukrainian drone strikes and Ukraine logged 469 violations by Russian forces.
Apr 12th 2026 · Ukraine
Insights
- Putin announced the 32-hour ceasefire to cover Orthodox Easter beginning at 4 p.m. Moscow time.
- Governors in Kursk and Belgorod said Ukrainian drones struck towns and a petrol station, injuring five people.
- Ukraine's General Staff reported 469 ceasefire infringements including shelling, assault actions, and drone strikes.
- President Zelenskyy said Ukraine would abide by the truce and urged it to continue beyond the set period.
- Reuters could not independently verify the claims of attacks or violations.
Sources
- Russian regional officials say Ukraine attacked Kursk, Belgorod regions www.straitstimes.com
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