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Ukrainian President responds to Russian President’s Easter ceasefire

Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Ukrainian President

19 April 2025 23:14 (UTC +04:00)

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has commented in response to Vladimir Putin's Easter truce, APA reports citing BBC.

'Unconditional ceasefire proposals unanswered by Russia for 39 days'

"The...proposal for a full and unconditional 30 days ceasefire has gone unanswered by Russia for 39 days. The United States made this proposal, Ukraine responded positively, but Russia ignored it.

"If Russia is now suddenly ready to truly engage in a format of full and unconditional silence, Ukraine will act accordingly — mirroring Russia’s actions. Silence in response to silence, defensive strikes in response to attacks."

'Give peace a chance beyond Easter'

"If a complete ceasefire truly takes hold, Ukraine proposes extending it beyond the Easter day of April 20. That is what will reveal Russia’s true intentions — because 30 hours is enough to make headlines, but not for genuine confidence-building measures. Thirty days could give peace a chance."

'Russian assault operations continue'

"As of now, according to the Commander-in-Chief reports, Russian assault operations continue on several frontline sectors, and Russian artillery fire has not subsided. Therefore, there is no trust in words coming from Moscow. We know all too well how Moscow manipulates, and we are prepared for anything. Ukraine’s Defense Forces will act rationally — responding in kind. Every Russian strike will be met with an appropriate response."