Russia announces short-term halt in combat operations during Orthodox holiday as broader global conflicts continue.

By yourNEWS Media Newsroom

Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered a temporary suspension of military operations in Ukraine to coincide with Orthodox Easter, directing Russian forces to halt combat activity for a limited period over the weekend.

According to reporting from RT, the Kremlin announced that the unilateral ceasefire is scheduled to begin at 4:00 p.m. Moscow time on April 11 and remain in effect through the end of April 12.

The directive comes as fighting between Russian and Ukrainian forces continues with no long-term ceasefire in place. The pause is tied specifically to the Orthodox Easter observance, a significant religious holiday across much of Eastern Europe.

The announcement was shared publicly through social media posts circulating online, including updates attributed to observers tracking developments in the region via X and X.

The Kremlin described the move as a temporary cessation of hostilities, instructing Russian military units to stop offensive operations during the designated timeframe. No indication was given as to whether Ukraine would reciprocate the pause.

The brief halt in fighting follows continued global instability, including ongoing ceasefire negotiations tied to separate conflicts in the Middle East.

While limited in duration, the Easter truce marks a rare pause in the Ukraine war, which has otherwise seen sustained military activity with intermittent attempts at de-escalation failing to produce a lasting agreement.