Mon Apr 21 18:43:46 UTC 2025: ## Easter Truce Collapses Amidst Cross-Accusations of Attacks in Ukraine
**Kyiv, Ukraine** – A 30-hour Easter truce declared by Russia has ended, leaving behind a trail of accusations and renewed fighting in Ukraine. Both sides have traded blame for violating the ceasefire, claiming the other launched attacks during the period intended for a temporary cessation of hostilities. While the truce was largely ineffective in halting the conflict, its failure underscores the fragility of any attempts at de-escalation in the ongoing war. The resumption of attacks marks a return to the status quo of intense fighting across various regions of Ukraine.
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