Russian Attack Shatters Easter Ceasefire in Ukraine’s Kherson Region

April 21, 2025, 6:20 am

During an Easter ceasefire declared unilaterally by President Putin, Russian forces launched an unexpected assault in Ukraine’s Kherson region. Local officials confirmed that the attack resulted in three fatalities and left several others wounded within a brief period, abruptly shattering the calm promised by the truce. The offensive has stirred unease among residents and critics alike, who now question the credibility of such ceasefires. With tensions flaring unexpectedly, the region is once again reminded that even moments of calm can hide a storm.


torontosun.com / Russian attacks during Easter ceasefire declared by Putin killed 3 in Ukraine

KYIV, Ukraine — Russian attacks during the 30-hour Easter ceasefire unilaterally declared by President Vladimir Putin over the weekend killed three people in Ukraine’s southern Kherson region, the local governor said Monday. Gov. Oleksandr Prokudin wrote on Telegram that the casualties occurred...

winnipegfreepress.com / Russian attacks during Easter ceasefire declared by Putin killed 3 in Ukraine’s Kherson region

citynews.ca / Russian attacks during Easter ceasefire declared by Putin killed 3 in Ukraine’s Kherson region

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russian attacks during the 30-hour Easter ceasefire unilaterally declared by President Vladimir Putin over the weekend killed three people in Ukraine’s southern Kherson region, the local governor said Monday. Gov. Oleksandr Prokudin wrote on Telegram that the casualties...


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