Russia chose 'Easter escalation' over ceasefire, says Zelensky

Author: bbc.comPublished on: April 3, 2026Country: Ukraine
Politics
Russia chose 'Easter escalation' over ceasefire, says Zelensky

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused Moscow of choosing 'Easter escalation' after a large-scale drone and missile attack killed six civilians and injured 40 others. Strikes hit cities like Kharkiv and the Zhytomyr region, destroying homes. Despite a proposal for a holiday truce, Zelensky noted that Russian attacks have intensified, while US-mediated peace talks are currently on hold.

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