Sun Apr 20 01:11:47 UTC 2025: ## Zelensky Casts Doubt on Putin’s Easter Truce Offer
**KYIV, Ukraine** – Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed strong skepticism regarding Russian President Vladimir Putin’s proposed Easter ceasefire, accusing Putin of using the religious holiday as a cynical ploy. In a social media post Saturday, Zelenskyy dismissed the offer, suggesting it was a manipulative tactic designed to exploit the holiday’s significance. He implied that Putin’s actions demonstrate a disregard for human life and a continued unwillingness to genuinely pursue peace. Zelenskyy’s statement suggests that Ukraine remains unconvinced by Russia’s intentions and will continue its defense against the ongoing invasion.
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