Ukraine claims drone attacks by Russia even as Putin declared Easter ceasefire

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Russian President Vladimir Putin earlier announced an Easter truce in Ukranie starting from Saturday evening to the end of Sunday.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy speaks during a joint press conference in Odesha. (Photo: Reuters/file)

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Kyiv,UPDATED: Apr 19, 2025 22:20 IST

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Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy slams RussiaSays his forces are repelling Russian drone attackClaim comes amid Russia announcing unilateral Easter truce

Ukrainian air defence units were repelling an attack by Russian drones on Saturday, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said, adding that Russian drones in Ukrainian skies showed Moscow's true attitude to Easter and the lives of people.

He posted his statement after Russian President Vladimir Putin declared a unilateral Easter ceasefire in Ukraine, ordering his forces to end hostilities at 6 pm Moscow time (1500 GMT) on Saturday until the end of Sunday.

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Apr 19, 2025

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