In a surprising move, Russian President Vladimir Putin declared a temporary Easter ceasefire in the ongoing conflict with Ukraine. The announcement was met with skepticism from Ukrainian officials, including President Volodymyr Zelensky, who stated that Russian attacks were continuing despite the truce. Ukraine has expressed its willingness to reciprocate only if a genuine ceasefire is established. The truce coincided with the exchange of hundreds of prisoners of war between the two nations. Western leaders, including those from Britain and the EU, have urged Russia to prove its commitment to halting aggression in Ukraine, amidst concerns that the ceasefire may not be sincere. As the situation remains fraught, Ukraine has proposed extending the truce beyond Easter Sunday, while calling attention to the ongoing bombardment from Russian forces.