RUSSIA REJECTS EASTER TRUCE – Russia rejects Ukraine’s Easter truce proposal as a ‘PR stunt’
Ukraine’s proposal for a temporary Easter ceasefire was effectively rejected by Moscow, underscoring Russia’s continued unwillingness to agree even to short-term pauses in fighting.
On March 30, President Volodymyr Zelensky said Kyiv is ready to implement a ceasefire during the Easter holidays. Speaking to journalists, he stressed that Ukraine supports any pathway to ending the war that does not compromise its sovereignty.
He added that Ukraine is prepared for “any formats” of ceasefire, including a full halt in hostilities or more limited arrangements, and confirmed openness to a holiday truce.
Zelensky also dismissed concerns that Russia could use a brief pause to regroup militarily, arguing that a short-term ceasefire would not allow Moscow to significantly strengthen its battlefield position.
The following day, the Kremlin rejected the initiative.
The latest round of trilateral talks involving Ukraine, Russia, and the U.S. took place on Feb. 16. A follow-up meeting planned for late February — later rescheduled for early March — was postponed shortly before Washington launched strikes on Iran.
