Continued Offensives Despite Ceasefire Announcement
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned Russia for failing to respect the announced temporary ceasefire to mark Easter, as alleged by Zelenskyy. Russian military actions have proceeded despite public assurances of ceasing offensives during the period of religious celebration, as asserted by Zelenskyy.
He informed that Ukraine faced more than 50 bombings and several drone attacks since the announcement of the ceasefire. "Despite the absence of air raid sirens, the attacks have increased, particularly after 10 a.m.," Zelenskyy stated. He wondered if President Putin has complete control over his troops or if the Kremlin is intentionally shunning peace initiatives.
Ceasefire Proposal and Reaction from Russia
Zelenskyy once again called on Moscow to strictly comply with the terms of the ceasefire. He also called for the ceasefire to be extended by 30 more days from midnight Sunday. This, he stressed, would be a move towards the de-escalation of hostilities and establishing trust.
Meanwhile, the Ukrainian forces have also been accused of violating the ceasefire agreement by officials from Russian-held parts of Ukraine. Reports from there said that there were continuing clashes on both sides.
U.S. View of Crimea and Peace Talks
Meanwhile, the United States reportedly may accept Russia's control of Crimea as part of a broader peace process. Under consideration in Paris by European and Ukrainian interests, this move would result in a prompt cessation of hostilities between Russia and Ukraine.
Sources suggest that the previous U.S. President Donald Trump favors the recognition of Crimea under Russian rule. Russia, on its part, has shown readiness to negotiate peace, even as the negotiations have proven to be complex.
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