Russia has launched aerial attacks at Ukraine in an abrupt end to a fragile Easter truce.

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Ukrainian air force issued air raid alerts for capital Kyiv while several blasts shook the eastern city of Mykolaiv hours after the end of the one-day Easter ceasefire which was declared by the Russian president. Watch in for more details!

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In other news, Russia and Ukraine accused each other of violating the 30-hour Easter truce on Sunday (Ap 20).
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Just hours after the Easter truce was meant to have come into effect air raid sirens sounded in Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities president Zelensky accused Russia of having maintained its artillery fire and assaults on the front line. Watch in for more details!

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Although Russian President Vladimir Putin announced "Easter truce" in the ongoing Ukraine war, a Kyiv-based MP said that air raid sirens sounded in the Ukrainian capital.&nbsp;
MP Lisa Yasko said that the drones were entering Kyiv, adding that the city witnessed a "one-hour" attack.&nbsp;
"So it doesn't feel like a ceasefire," she told BBC.&nbsp;
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<h2>"It is like a joke"</h2>
Ukrainian MP Yasko said that even if a ceasefire happens, it is like a joke.&nbsp;"A ceasefire for one day, even if it happens, is like a joke," she told BBC News Channel.
She further suggested that the surprise announcement could be a manoeuvre by Putin to appease the US.&nbsp;
"We need a real ceasefire, with real conditions met by Putin," she added.
Putin on Saturday (April 19) announced an Easter truce, ceasing "all military operations" in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war.
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The Russian president, in televised comments, said that the temporary ceasefire will last from 6pm today (4pm UK time) until Monday.
"Guided by humanitarian considerations, today from 18:00 to midnight from Sunday to Monday, the Russian side declares an Easter truce. I order all military actions to be stopped for this period," Putin said while speaking to Russian chief of staff Valery Gerasimov.
Reacting to Putin's announcement, Ukrainian foreign minister Andriy Sybiha said that Putin's words "cannot be trusted", adding that "Russia can agree at any time to the proposal for a full and unconditional 30-day ceasefire".
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"Putin has now made statements about his alleged readiness for a cease-fire. 30 hours instead of 30 days,&rdquo; Sybiha said. "Unfortunately, we have had a long history of his statements not matching his actions."
However, Sybiha did not give a clear "yes" or "no" to Russia's proposal.&nbsp;
"We want to see Russian forces actually ceasefire in all directions. We also urge all of our partners and the international community to be vigilant," he added.&nbsp;
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Ukrainian MP said that even if a ceasefire happens, it is like a joke. "A ceasefire for one day, even if it happens, is like a joke," she told BBC News Channel. WORLD

Although Russian President Vladimir Putin announced "Easter truce" in the ongoing Ukraine war, a Kyiv-based MP said that air raid sirens sounded in the Ukrainian capital. MP Lisa Yasko said that the drones were entering Kyiv, adding that the city witnessed a "one-hour" attack. "So it doesn't feel like a ceasefire," she told BBC. Also read: Zelensky dismisses Putin's Easter truce, labels it 'another attempt to play with human lives' "It is like a joke" Ukrainian MP Yasko said that even if a ceasefire happens, it is like a joke. "A ceasefire for one day, even if it happens, is like a joke," she told BBC News Channel. She further suggested that the surprise announcement could be a manoeuvre by Putin to appease the US. "We need a real ceasefire, with real conditions met by Putin," she added. Putin on Saturday (April 19) announced an Easter truce, ceasing "all military operations" in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. Also read: Putin announces ‘Easter truce’ in Ukraine conflict, orders military to halt fighting The Russian president, in televised comments, said that the temporary ceasefire will last from 6pm today (4pm UK time) until Monday. "Guided by humanitarian considerations, today from 18:00 to midnight from Sunday to Monday, the Russian side declares an Easter truce. I order all military actions to be stopped for this period," Putin said while speaking to Russian chief of staff Valery Gerasimov. Reacting to Putin's announcement, Ukrainian foreign minister Andriy Sybiha said that Putin's words "cannot be trusted", adding that "Russia can agree at any time to the proposal for a full and unconditional 30-day ceasefire". WATCH | Russia-Ukraine war: Trump threatens to exit talks as global pressure mounts on Zelensky "Putin has now made statements about his alleged readiness for a cease-fire. 30 hours instead of 30 days,” Sybiha said. "Unfortunately, we have had a long history of his statements not matching his actions." However, Sybiha did not give a clear "yes" or "no" to Russia's proposal. "We want to see Russian forces actually ceasefire in all directions. We also urge all of our partners and the international community to be vigilant," he added. Also read: Did Trump's warning scare off Putin? Here's how Russian president lived up to Trump's 'Easter truce' promise

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Russian President Vladimir Putin on Saturday (April 19) announced an Easter truce, ceasing "all military operations" in the ongoing <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-announces-easter-truce-in-ukraine-conflict-orders-military-to-halt-fighting-8980135">Russia-Ukraine war</a>.
Putin, in televised comments, said that the temporary ceasefire will last from 6pm today (4pm UK time) until Monday.
"Guided by humanitarian considerations, today from 18:00 to midnight from Sunday to Monday, the Russian side declares an Easter truce. I order all military actions to be stopped for this period," Putin said while speaking to Russian chief of staff Valery Gerasimov.
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Earlier in March, US President Donald Trump hoped a "broad ceasefire" could happen weeks before Easter.&nbsp;
The White House aimed for a "truce agreement by April 20," according to Bloomberg. The date is significant because this year both Western and Orthodox churches mark Easter on the same day.
&ldquo;We are working for a ceasefire and a lasting peace,&rdquo; White House spokesman Brian Hughes said. &ldquo;We won&rsquo;t have the terms of discussions or timing be played out in the media.&rdquo;
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On Friday, Trump also warned that he will "take a pass" on brokering further Ukraine peace talks unless there is "quick progress" from the two nations.
Getting a little more blunt, Trump said, "Now if for some reason one of the two parties makes it very difficult, we're just going to say: 'You're foolish. You're fools. You're horrible people -- and we're going to just take a pass."
Coming to Putin's announcement of Easter truce, Russia further assumes that the Ukrainian side "will follow our example". However, it did not hesitate to warn Ukraine, in case it repels the "possible violations of truce".&nbsp;
"At the same time, our troops must be ready to repel possible violations of the truce and provocations from the enemy, any of its aggressive actions," it added.
Trump, before returning to the White House in January, said that he can end the war in 24 hours, which he has recently claimed that he was being sarcastic.&nbsp;
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White House aimed for a "truce agreement by April 20." The date is significant because this year both Western and Orthodox churches mark Easter on the same day. WORLD

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Saturday (April 19) announced an Easter truce, ceasing "all military operations" in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. Putin, in televised comments, said that the temporary ceasefire will last from 6pm today (4pm UK time) until Monday. "Guided by humanitarian considerations, today from 18:00 to midnight from Sunday to Monday, the Russian side declares an Easter truce. I order all military actions to be stopped for this period," Putin said while speaking to Russian chief of staff Valery Gerasimov. Also read: BIG win for Russian president Putin? US may recognise Crimea as part of Russia-Ukraine peace deal Earlier in March, US President Donald Trump hoped a "broad ceasefire" could happen weeks before Easter. The White House aimed for a "truce agreement by April 20," according to Bloomberg. The date is significant because this year both Western and Orthodox churches mark Easter on the same day. “We are working for a ceasefire and a lasting peace,” White House spokesman Brian Hughes said. “We won’t have the terms of discussions or timing be played out in the media.” Also read: 'You're fools, horrible people': Trump warns US may 'take a pass' if Russia, Ukraine stall peace deal On Friday, Trump also warned that he will "take a pass" on brokering further Ukraine peace talks unless there is "quick progress" from the two nations. Getting a little more blunt, Trump said, "Now if for some reason one of the two parties makes it very difficult, we're just going to say: 'You're foolish. You're fools. You're horrible people -- and we're going to just take a pass." Coming to Putin's announcement of Easter truce, Russia further assumes that the Ukrainian side "will follow our example". However, it did not hesitate to warn Ukraine, in case it repels the "possible violations of truce". "At the same time, our troops must be ready to repel possible violations of the truce and provocations from the enemy, any of its aggressive actions," it added. Trump, before returning to the White House in January, said that he can end the war in 24 hours, which he has recently claimed that he was being sarcastic. WATCH | Russia Has Retaken Over 99% of Kursk Region Territory Seized By Ukraine: Army Chief | Breaking

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The US is holding high-level talks with European and Ukrainian leaders. While Finland is now sounding the alarm, Helsinki fears that Moscow may be preparing something far more dangerous. This story takes a closer look at the growing concerns.

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Russia fires a fresh volley of missiles and drones across Ukraine a day after US and European allies held talks in Paris. Kiev claims at least two were killed and 27 others injured in overnight Russian strikes in Kharkiv and Sumy regions.

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The United States is reportedly prepared to recognise Russian control of Crimea as part of the peace agreement between Moscow and Kyiv. The latest development comes as US President Donald Trump has warned that his country would walk away from the mediation role if both Russia and Ukraine do not seal a deal soon.&nbsp;
A report in The Kyiv Independent stated that a final decision on the matter has not been taken, and US officials familiar with the negotiations are not ready to comment on the matter, considering the sensitivity of the ongoing talks.&nbsp;
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In 2014, Russia annexed Crimea after 97 per cent of Crimeans voted in a referendum to join Russia.&nbsp;Crimea had been a part of Russia since 1783, when Russia under the Tsar had annexed it from the Ottoman Empire. However, in 1954 Crimea was transferred to Ukraine by the then-Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev. The current dispensation of Moscow saw the agreement of 1954 as a major mistake and took over it in 2014 after supporting separatist movements in the Ukraine-control territory. The Russian mainland has no access to the open sea on the southwest side of their continent. Gaining control of Crimea gives Russia a geopolitical hegemony in the region and access to the Mediterranean Sea throughout the year.&nbsp;
Meanwhile, if US recognises Crimea, it would be a diplomatic win for Russian President Vladimir Putin, however, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has opposed any proposal to surrender land to Russia, including Crimea. This, despite the Trump administration stating that returning to pre-2014 borders is not possible and Ukraine must accept this.&nbsp;
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President Donald Trump has warned that the United States could walk away from negotiating the Russia and Ukraine peace deal if matters do not progress &ldquo;very shortly&rdquo;, adding that his country would simply &ldquo;take a pass.&rdquo; "It's a vicious battle with the best equipment, the best everything, and it is brutal. 2,500 young people a week, some of them not so young, actually. They're getting older. They're getting older by the month." "But 2,500 a week, and we're going to get it stopped, ideally. Now, if for some reason one of the two parties makes it very difficult, we're just going to say you're foolish, you're fools, you're horrible people, and going to just take a pass. But hopefully we won't have to do that," the US President said.
His comments came just hours after Secretary of State Marco Rubio, after meeting officials in Paris said that the administration was reassessing the viability of continued peace talks. &ldquo;We need to determine very quickly, in a matter of days, whether this is doable in the next few weeks. If it&rsquo;s not, then we have other priorities to focus on,&rdquo; Rubio told reporters.
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The negotiations in Paris brought together officials from the US, France, Germany, the UK, and Ukraine. In a private meeting, French President Emmanuel Macron and US envoy Witkoff also discussed what peacekeeping operations and ceasefire monitoring could be like in case of a negotiated agreement.
Nevertheless, the Russian attack on Ukraine continues as the Kremlin ended a 30-day ceasefire in attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure and launched a missile attack in Sumy last week.
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World | The United States is reportedly prepared to recognise Russian control of Crimea as part of the peace agreement between Moscow and Kyiv. Crimea was annexed by Russia in 2014

The United States is reportedly prepared to recognise Russian control of Crimea as part of the peace agreement between Moscow and Kyiv. The latest development comes as US President Donald Trump has warned that his country would walk away from the mediation role if both Russia and Ukraine do not seal a deal soon. A report in The Kyiv Independent stated that a final decision on the matter has not been taken, and US officials familiar with the negotiations are not ready to comment on the matter, considering the sensitivity of the ongoing talks. Read More | Kyiv's NATO dream shattered? US presents Russia-Ukraine peace plan - Here's what it says In 2014, Russia annexed Crimea after 97 per cent of Crimeans voted in a referendum to join Russia. Crimea had been a part of Russia since 1783, when Russia under the Tsar had annexed it from the Ottoman Empire. However, in 1954 Crimea was transferred to Ukraine by the then-Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev. The current dispensation of Moscow saw the agreement of 1954 as a major mistake and took over it in 2014 after supporting separatist movements in the Ukraine-control territory. The Russian mainland has no access to the open sea on the southwest side of their continent. Gaining control of Crimea gives Russia a geopolitical hegemony in the region and access to the Mediterranean Sea throughout the year. Meanwhile, if US recognises Crimea, it would be a diplomatic win for Russian President Vladimir Putin, however, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has opposed any proposal to surrender land to Russia, including Crimea. This, despite the Trump administration stating that returning to pre-2014 borders is not possible and Ukraine must accept this. Read More | 'Not initiator of Ukrainian crisis': China rubbishes Zelensky's claims of supplying arms to Russia Trump on Ukraine deal President Donald Trump has warned that the United States could walk away from negotiating the Russia and Ukraine peace deal if matters do not progress “very shortly”, adding that his country would simply “take a pass.” "It's a vicious battle with the best equipment, the best everything, and it is brutal. 2,500 young people a week, some of them not so young, actually. They're getting older. They're getting older by the month." "But 2,500 a week, and we're going to get it stopped, ideally. Now, if for some reason one of the two parties makes it very difficult, we're just going to say you're foolish, you're fools, you're horrible people, and going to just take a pass. But hopefully we won't have to do that," the US President said. His comments came just hours after Secretary of State Marco Rubio, after meeting officials in Paris said that the administration was reassessing the viability of continued peace talks. “We need to determine very quickly, in a matter of days, whether this is doable in the next few weeks. If it’s not, then we have other priorities to focus on,” Rubio told reporters. Read More | 'You're fools, horrible people': Trump warns US may 'take a pass' if Russia, Ukraine stall peace deal The negotiations in Paris brought together officials from the US, France, Germany, the UK, and Ukraine. In a private meeting, French President Emmanuel Macron and US envoy Witkoff also discussed what peacekeeping operations and ceasefire monitoring could be like in case of a negotiated agreement. Nevertheless, the Russian attack on Ukraine continues as the Kremlin ended a 30-day ceasefire in attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure and launched a missile attack in Sumy last week. Read More | US strikes on key Yemeni fuel port kill at least 80, Houthis say rescuers still searching for bodies

BIG win for Russian president Putin? US may recognise Crimea as part of Russia-Ukraine peace deal

Russia fired a volley of drones across Ukraine. Kyiv claims at least two killed and 27 others injured in overnight Russian strikes in Kharkiv and Sumy regions. Watch in for more details!

Russia-Ukraine war: Russia's aerial campaign devastates Ukraine

Probably tired of making efforts to secure peace in the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-russia-war-trump-tired-rubio-says-us-should-move-on-in-days-if-war-not-ending-says-its-not-our-war-8975571">Russia-Ukraine war</a>, US President Donald Trump on Friday (April 18) said that the US &nbsp;will "take a pass" on brokering further Ukraine peace talks unless there is "quick progress" from the two nations.
This comes after US State Secretary Marco Rubio's statement, saying that the US should 'move on' in days, if the efforts are not fruitful, as it's not America's war.
"Yeah very shortly," Trump told reporters in the Oval Office when asked to confirm what Rubio had said. "No specific number of days, but quickly. We want to get it done."
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The US, he said, has been helping Ukraine for the past three years, "and we want it to end, but it&rsquo;s not our war.&rdquo;&nbsp;
Moreover, noting that Trump spent 87 days repeatedly to bring the war to an end, Rubio said, "We are now reaching a point when we need to decide and determine whether this is even possible or not. Which is why we&rsquo;re engaging both sides.&rdquo;
Further, the US president refused to put blame on either Russian President Vladimir Putin or Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.&nbsp;
However, he insisted both sides to make progress on the deal.&nbsp;
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Getting a little more blunt, Trump said, "Now if for some reason one of the two parties makes it very difficult, we're just going to say: 'You're foolish. You're fools. You're horrible people -- and we're going to just take a pass."
"But hopefully we won't have to do that," he added.&nbsp;
Before returning to the White House, Trump repeatedly said that he can end the war in 24 hours, which he has recently claimed that he was being sarcastic.&nbsp;
When asked if Putin was stalling from the peace deal, Trump said, "I hope not. "I'll let you know soon."
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"Yeah very shortly," Trump told reporters when asked to confirm what Rubio had said. "No specific number of days, but quickly. We want to get it done." WORLD

Probably tired of making efforts to secure peace in the Russia-Ukraine war, US President Donald Trump on Friday (April 18) said that the US will "take a pass" on brokering further Ukraine peace talks unless there is "quick progress" from the two nations. This comes after US State Secretary Marco Rubio's statement, saying that the US should 'move on' in days, if the efforts are not fruitful, as it's not America's war. "Yeah very shortly," Trump told reporters in the Oval Office when asked to confirm what Rubio had said. "No specific number of days, but quickly. We want to get it done." Also read: 'Not initiator of Ukrainian crisis': China rubbishes Zelensky's claims of supplying arms to Russia The US, he said, has been helping Ukraine for the past three years, "and we want it to end, but it’s not our war.” Moreover, noting that Trump spent 87 days repeatedly to bring the war to an end, Rubio said, "We are now reaching a point when we need to decide and determine whether this is even possible or not. Which is why we’re engaging both sides.” Further, the US president refused to put blame on either Russian President Vladimir Putin or Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. However, he insisted both sides to make progress on the deal. WATCH | Ukraine war: Russia rains missiles on Sumy, Kharkiv; Ukraine claims 2 killed in Russian strikes Getting a little more blunt, Trump said, "Now if for some reason one of the two parties makes it very difficult, we're just going to say: 'You're foolish. You're fools. You're horrible people -- and we're going to just take a pass." "But hopefully we won't have to do that," he added. Before returning to the White House, Trump repeatedly said that he can end the war in 24 hours, which he has recently claimed that he was being sarcastic. When asked if Putin was stalling from the peace deal, Trump said, "I hope not. "I'll let you know soon." Also read: Kyiv's NATO dream shattered? US presents Russia-Ukraine peace plan - Here's what it says

'You're fools, horrible people': Trump warns US may 'take a pass' if Russia, Ukraine stall peace deal

Ukraine war: Russia rains missiles on Sumy, Kharkiv; Ukraine claims 2 killed in Russian strikes

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused China of supplying weapons to Russia, which China's foreign ministry has rubbished the claim, calling it 'groundless'.
The response came during the regular press briefing held in Beijing every Friday. These comments came a day after Zelensky said Beijing was supplying ammunition to Moscow that was further fueling the war in the country. He claimed it included gunpowder and artillery and that Chinese representatives were engaged in the production on Russian soil.
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Chinese Foreign Ministry&rsquo;s spokesperson, Lin Jian, refuted saying that China has never been a part of any such agreement. And that Beijing never provided or facilitated the process of making lethal weapons available to any actor in the Ukrainian crisis.
Lin said, &ldquo;China&rsquo;s position on the Ukrainian issue has always been clear. It has been actively committed to promoting a ceasefire and ending the conflict, as well as encouraging peace talks."
&ldquo;We see the cooperation between these two countries in this area, and we must acknowledge it is happening,&rdquo; he said.
In his previous address Lin said, &ldquo;I would like to reiterate that China is not the initiator of the Ukrainian crisis, nor is China a participating party. We are a firm supporter and active promoter of a peaceful settlement of the crisis.&rdquo;

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused China of supplying weapons to Russia, which China's foreign ministry has rubbished the claim, calling it 'groundless'. World

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused China of supplying weapons to Russia, which China's foreign ministry has rubbished the claim, calling it 'groundless'. The response came during the regular press briefing held in Beijing every Friday. These comments came a day after Zelensky said Beijing was supplying ammunition to Moscow that was further fueling the war in the country. He claimed it included gunpowder and artillery and that Chinese representatives were engaged in the production on Russian soil. Also read: Top 10 world news: Meloni-Trump to hold talks in Washington today; Nvidia CEO in China after US bans AI chips, and more Chinese Foreign Ministry’s spokesperson, Lin Jian, refuted saying that China has never been a part of any such agreement. And that Beijing never provided or facilitated the process of making lethal weapons available to any actor in the Ukrainian crisis. Lin said, “China’s position on the Ukrainian issue has always been clear. It has been actively committed to promoting a ceasefire and ending the conflict, as well as encouraging peace talks." “We see the cooperation between these two countries in this area, and we must acknowledge it is happening,” he said. In his previous address Lin said, “I would like to reiterate that China is not the initiator of the Ukrainian crisis, nor is China a participating party. We are a firm supporter and active promoter of a peaceful settlement of the crisis.”

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As Trump ramps up its efforts to secure peace in Russia and Ukraine, the US has presented a proposal to its allies, with terms mentioned in it, including, offering to ease sanctions on Russia and putting Ukraine out of NATO list.&nbsp;
The US has outlined terms to end the ongoing war in Russia-Ukraine, with the aim of lasting a ceasefire.&nbsp;
This comes after US State Secretary Marco Rubio suggested in the day, that the Trump administration is prepared to "move on" from its peace efforts unless progress is made quickly.&nbsp;
The outlines of the US plan were shared in Paris meetings on Thursday, according to European officials familiar with the matter.
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<h2>What is in the plan?&nbsp;</h2>
According to the proposal, it will effectively freeze the war, with Ukrainian territories now occupied by Russia remaining under Moscow&rsquo;s control, said the people.
Moreover, Ukraine's ask to join NATO would also be off the table.&nbsp;
However, the people familiar with the matter declined to provide further details of the plan, noting the confidential nature of the talks.&nbsp;
Along with the Paris talks, French President Emmanuel Macron and US envoy Steve Witkoff held a meeting on Thursday.&nbsp;
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Marco Rubio also held discussions with national security advisors and negotiators from France, Germany, the UK and <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-russia-war-trump-tired-rubio-says-us-should-move-on-in-days-if-war-not-ending-says-its-not-our-war-8975571">Ukraine</a>.
The allies are scheduled to meet again in London next week, to continue the discussions.&nbsp;
Earlier today, Rubio pointed out that the Trump administration is ready to walk away from brokering a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine if no progress is made soon.
&ldquo;We&rsquo;re not going to drag this out for weeks or months. We need to decide quickly, within days, whether a deal is achievable in the coming weeks. If it is, we&rsquo;re committed. If not, we&rsquo;ll shift our focus to other priorities,&rdquo; Rubio said.&nbsp;
Rubio further said that Ukraine will have a right to defend itself and enter into whatever deal it wants to.&nbsp;
&ldquo;Every sovereign nation on Earth has a right to defend itself. Ukraine will have a right to defend itself and to enter into whatever agreements it wants to enter into on a bilateral basis with different countries,&rdquo; he added.
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According to the plan, it will effectively freeze the war, with Ukrainian territories now occupied by Russia remaining under Moscow’s control, said the people | WORLD

As Trump ramps up its efforts to secure peace in Russia and Ukraine, the US has presented a proposal to its allies, with terms mentioned in it, including, offering to ease sanctions on Russia and putting Ukraine out of NATO list. The US has outlined terms to end the ongoing war in Russia-Ukraine, with the aim of lasting a ceasefire. This comes after US State Secretary Marco Rubio suggested in the day, that the Trump administration is prepared to "move on" from its peace efforts unless progress is made quickly. The outlines of the US plan were shared in Paris meetings on Thursday, according to European officials familiar with the matter. Also read: Trump no longer holds Zelensky 'responsible' for Russia-Ukraine war as Kyiv and Washington sign 'Memorandum of Intent' What is in the plan? According to the proposal, it will effectively freeze the war, with Ukrainian territories now occupied by Russia remaining under Moscow’s control, said the people. Moreover, Ukraine's ask to join NATO would also be off the table. However, the people familiar with the matter declined to provide further details of the plan, noting the confidential nature of the talks. Along with the Paris talks, French President Emmanuel Macron and US envoy Steve Witkoff held a meeting on Thursday. Also read: Is China arming Russia and building weapons for it? Zelensky's fresh allegations Marco Rubio also held discussions with national security advisors and negotiators from France, Germany, the UK and Ukraine. The allies are scheduled to meet again in London next week, to continue the discussions. Earlier today, Rubio pointed out that the Trump administration is ready to walk away from brokering a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine if no progress is made soon. “We’re not going to drag this out for weeks or months. We need to decide quickly, within days, whether a deal is achievable in the coming weeks. If it is, we’re committed. If not, we’ll shift our focus to other priorities,” Rubio said. Rubio further said that Ukraine will have a right to defend itself and enter into whatever deal it wants to. “Every sovereign nation on Earth has a right to defend itself. Ukraine will have a right to defend itself and to enter into whatever agreements it wants to enter into on a bilateral basis with different countries,” he added. WATCH | Russia-Ukraine war: 2 killed, at least 27 injured in overnight strikes, says Ukraine

Kyiv's NATO dream shattered? US presents Russia-Ukraine peace plan - Here's what it says

Russia-Ukraine war: 2 killed, at least 27 injured in overnight strikes, says Ukraine

Ukraine is directly targeting Russian territories in retaliatory attacks. Russia's defense ministry claims that it intercepted or destroyed 71 Ukrainian drones overnight that targeted six separate Russian regions. Watch in for more details!

Russia-Ukraine war: Russian drone strike kills 3, injures 30 in Dnipro

The United States voted against a UNGA resolution condemning Russian aggression against Ukraine. The 12-page resolution on cooperation between the UN and the Council of Europe was initiated by Luxembourg and Lithuania. Watch in for more details!

US votes against UN resolution over language on Russia's war

The 30-day moratorium on attacking Ukrainian energy targets ordered by Russian President Vladimir Putin has "expired", the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-trump-call-possible-says-kremlin-after-russian-leaders-talks-with-us-envoy-witkoff-on-ukraine-8951898">Kremlin </a>said on Friday (April 18).&nbsp;
Putin last month announced the truce, after holding call with US President Donald Trump, however, the two sites did not stop targeting, and accused each other of breaking the truce.&nbsp;
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov told reporters on Friday, "The month has indeed expired. As of this time, there have been no other instructions from the Supreme Commander-in-Chief, President Putin."
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Trump took the promise from Russia as he attempted to break a ceasefire deal in the three-year Russia-Ukraine war.&nbsp;
Following separate meetings with US officials, the White House said both Ukraine and Russia had "agreed to develop measures for implementing" an "agreement to ban strikes against energy facilities of Russia and Ukraine".
Earlier today, a Russian missile attack on Ukraine's northeastern city of Kharkiv killed one person, while injuring 82 others.
"This is how Russia began this Good Friday &ndash; with ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, Shaheds &ndash; maiming our people and cities," Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on X.
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Zelensky said Russia was never serious about the moratorium, adding that Moscow was continuing to strike Ukraine's energy targets "despite Putin's words".
Ukrainian Foreign Affairs Minister Andrii Sybiha called Russia "a terror machine", adding, "It will only stop if we confront it with true strength."
On Thursday, Zelensky also said that Russia was launching the same number of missiles and drones at Ukraine as before the agreement.
Moreover, on Friday, Russia's morning drone attack on Sumy, another northeastern city, also killed one person and injured another at a factory baking Easter cakes, officials said.
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Putin last month announced the truce, after holding call with Trump, however, the two sites did not stop targeting, and accused each other of breaking the truce. WORLD

The 30-day moratorium on attacking Ukrainian energy targets ordered by Russian President Vladimir Putin has "expired", the Kremlin said on Friday (April 18). Putin last month announced the truce, after holding call with US President Donald Trump, however, the two sites did not stop targeting, and accused each other of breaking the truce. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov told reporters on Friday, "The month has indeed expired. As of this time, there have been no other instructions from the Supreme Commander-in-Chief, President Putin." WATCH | Russia-Ukraine war: Kyiv drones strike six different Moscow regions, takes revenge Trump took the promise from Russia as he attempted to break a ceasefire deal in the three-year Russia-Ukraine war. Following separate meetings with US officials, the White House said both Ukraine and Russia had "agreed to develop measures for implementing" an "agreement to ban strikes against energy facilities of Russia and Ukraine". Earlier today, a Russian missile attack on Ukraine's northeastern city of Kharkiv killed one person, while injuring 82 others. "This is how Russia began this Good Friday – with ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, Shaheds – maiming our people and cities," Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on X. Also read: 'Move on...not our war': Will US exit efforts to end Russia-Ukraine war? What Marco Rubio said as Trump gets frustrated Zelensky said Russia was never serious about the moratorium, adding that Moscow was continuing to strike Ukraine's energy targets "despite Putin's words". Ukrainian Foreign Affairs Minister Andrii Sybiha called Russia "a terror machine", adding, "It will only stop if we confront it with true strength." On Thursday, Zelensky also said that Russia was launching the same number of missiles and drones at Ukraine as before the agreement. Moreover, on Friday, Russia's morning drone attack on Sumy, another northeastern city, also killed one person and injured another at a factory baking Easter cakes, officials said. Also read: Is China arming Russia and building weapons for it? Zelensky's fresh allegations

Putin's 30-day order 'expires': Will Russia get a 'freehand' in resuming attack on Ukrainian energy infrastructure?

In a revenge strike, Ukrainian drones struck the city of Shuya deep inside Russian territory for the second day in a row. The strike came in response to overnight Russian strikes killing 35 people in Ukraine's Sumy on Sunday. Watch in for more details!

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Ukrainian leaders push for support in high-stakes Paris talks as Russia-Ukraine bomb one another

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Thursday (Apr 17) urged to &ldquo;put pressure&rdquo; on Russian &ldquo;killers&rdquo; to end the three-year war. Ukrainian leader&rsquo;s remarks come ahead of the Paris visit by his top aide for talks with US and EU officials on the conflict.&nbsp;
&ldquo;Russia uses every day and every night to kill. We must put pressure on the killers ... to end this war and guarantee a lasting peace,&rdquo; Zelensky said in a Telegram post. This comes after Russia carried out overnight strikes across Ukraine, including a drone attack on Dnipro that killed three and injured more than 30 late Wednesday (Apr 16).
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Russia&rsquo;s latest strikes in Ukraine include attacks in the cities of Sumy and Kryvyi Rig that killed dozens, including children. Despite a series of diplomatic efforts to reach a ceasefire, the fighting has continued.
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<h2>US, EU Paris talks</h2>
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Special Envoy for Ukraine and Russia Keith Kellogg arrived in Paris on Thursday (Apr 17) to hold meetings with French President Emmanuel Macron. US envoy Steve Witkoff is also expected to join them.
Top Ukrainian officials are also to meet US and EU delegations in the French capital, said Zelensky's chief of staff, without specifying who they were meeting.
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The talks will focus on crafting a Ukraine ceasefire, as Washington and Europe seek common ground on ending the war in Ukraine. The latest diplomatic initiative comes as US President Donald Trump pushes for a ceasefire to quickly end the war.
The Ukrainian president has urged Paris talks participants to lean on Russia to agree to a ceasefire.
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Macron has taken the lead in seeking to form a coordinated European response to defending Ukraine.
According to his office, the purpose of the Paris talks was to &ldquo;review progress on peace negotiations aimed at ending the Russian aggression in Ukraine.&rdquo;

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in Paris on Thursday (Apr 17) to hold meetings with French President Emmanuel Macron. The talks will focus on crafting a Ukraine ceasefire. World

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Thursday (Apr 17) urged to “put pressure” on Russian “killers” to end the three-year war. Ukrainian leader’s remarks come ahead of the Paris visit by his top aide for talks with US and EU officials on the conflict. “Russia uses every day and every night to kill. We must put pressure on the killers ... to end this war and guarantee a lasting peace,” Zelensky said in a Telegram post. This comes after Russia carried out overnight strikes across Ukraine, including a drone attack on Dnipro that killed three and injured more than 30 late Wednesday (Apr 16). Also read | US-led peace talks ‘not easy’: NATO chief Mark Rutte says during meeting with Zelensky in Odesa Russia’s latest strikes in Ukraine include attacks in the cities of Sumy and Kryvyi Rig that killed dozens, including children. Despite a series of diplomatic efforts to reach a ceasefire, the fighting has continued. Also read | 'Sort of absurd': Zelensky, Vance’s relationship hits new low; US VP hits back after Ukraine accuses US of siding with Russia US, EU Paris talks US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Special Envoy for Ukraine and Russia Keith Kellogg arrived in Paris on Thursday (Apr 17) to hold meetings with French President Emmanuel Macron. US envoy Steve Witkoff is also expected to join them. Top Ukrainian officials are also to meet US and EU delegations in the French capital, said Zelensky's chief of staff, without specifying who they were meeting. Also read | ‘Putin started it, Biden blew it, Zelensky's incompetent’: Trump blames 'three people' for millions of deaths in Ukraine war The talks will focus on crafting a Ukraine ceasefire, as Washington and Europe seek common ground on ending the war in Ukraine. The latest diplomatic initiative comes as US President Donald Trump pushes for a ceasefire to quickly end the war. The Ukrainian president has urged Paris talks participants to lean on Russia to agree to a ceasefire. Watch | Russia-Ukraine war: Double whammy for Zelensky: Missiles from Putin & brickbats from Trump Macron has taken the lead in seeking to form a coordinated European response to defending Ukraine. According to his office, the purpose of the Paris talks was to “review progress on peace negotiations aimed at ending the Russian aggression in Ukraine.”

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A Russian drone strike on Dnipro has caused extensive damage, killing two and injuring multiple people including three children. Ukraine accuses Moscow of deliberately targeting critical energy infrastructure. Meanwhile, US-Ukraine talks on mineral cooperation are progressing, and American officials head to Europe to strengthen diplomatic efforts.

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