Putin orders to reduce number of battles, but not everywhere - Zelenskyy

"We are monitoring the real situation across all fronts. The Kursk and Belgorod regions – Putin's Easter statements do not apply to these areas. Fighting continues, and Russian strikes persist. On some fronts, Russian artillery is still heard, rather than the promised silence from the Russian leader. Russian drones are being used. On some fronts, it is quieter," the president informed.

Zelenskyy added that Ukraine's actions will mirror those of Russia, and the proposal for a 30-day complete and unconditional ceasefire is on the table, with a response expected from Moscow. He emphasized that Ukraine, together with its partners, is ready to move constructively towards peace. However, Russia must demonstrate the necessary readiness.

At the same time, the president confirmed that Kremlin gas had indeed ordered a reduction in the intensity of battles on the frontlines.

"The most important thing now is that it is clear who has really been the cause of the war all this time. As soon as Putin truly ordered a reduction in the number and brutality of strikes, combat operations, and killings, there were fewer. The only source of this war and its prolongation is in Russia," Zelenskyy wrote.

The President of Ukraine added that he expects updates from the frontlines in reports at midnight.

What preceded this

On Saturday, Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin announced an Easter ceasefire for 30 hours. According to him, it began at 6:00 p.m. Kyiv time yesterday and will last until April 21. Putin stated that he had ordered Russian troops to halt all combat operations.

Later in the evening, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy agreed to the ceasefire, noting that Ukraine would respond with a mirror approach - remaining silent as well. Additionally, he called for the continuation of the ceasefire beyond April 20.