Russia and Ukraine begin 32-hour ceasefire for Orthodox Easter

South China Morning Post ConflictNews ReportEN 1 min read 100% complete by Agence France-PresseApril 11, 2026 at 03:25 PM
Russia and Ukraine begin 32-hour ceasefire for Orthodox Easter
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A 32-hour ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine began on Saturday at 4:00 pm, intended to observe Orthodox Easter. Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered the truce following a proposal from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. The ceasefire is scheduled to last until the end of Sunday. Both sides have agreed to the temporary truce. Ukraine stated it would adhere to the ceasefire, responding in kind only if Russia violates the agreement. The Ukrainian army has announced it is prepared to respond immediately to any Russian violations.

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The Ukrainian army said it was ready to “immediately” respond if Russia violated it.

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Ukraine will adhere to the ceasefire and respond strictly in kind.

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The ceasefire is due to last for 32 hours, from 4.00pm on Saturday until the end of the day on Sunday.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered the ceasefire on Thursday to coincide with Orthodox Easter.

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A temporary truce between Russia and Ukraine entered into force on Saturday.

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ceasefire 100% russia ukraine conflict 90% orthodox easter 80% temporary truce 70% violation 60% military response 50% kremlin 40%

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