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re: Latest Updates: Russia-Ukraine Conflict
Posted on 4/20/25 at 7:46 am to cypher
Posted on 4/20/25 at 7:46 am to cypher
Volodymyr Zelenskyy /
@ZelenskyyUa
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A new report by Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi on the frontline as of 12:00 p.m. on Easter Day.
Despite Ukraine declaring a symmetrical approach to Russian actions, an increase in Russian shelling and the use of kamikaze drones has been observed since 10:00 a.m. – with FPV drone usage alone doubling by the Russian army. The most active Russian operations this morning have been carried out in the Pokrovsk and Siversk directions. In these and several other areas of the frontline, Russia continues to use heavy weaponry.
Between midnight and noon today, Russian forces have already carried out 26 assaults.
We are documenting every Russian violation of its self-declared commitment to a full ceasefire for the Easter period and are prepared to provide the necessary information to our partners. In practice, either Putin does not have full control over his army, or the situation proves that in Russia, they have no intention of making a genuine move toward ending the war, and are only interested in favorable PR coverage. It’s a good thing, at least, that there were no air raid sirens.
We thank all the media, podcasters, bloggers, and everyone sharing the truth about what is happening. Instead of broadcasting religious service from Moscow, the focus should be on pressuring Moscow to genuinely commit to a full ceasefire and to maintain it for at least 30 days after Easter – to give diplomacy a real chance.
@ZelenskyyUa
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A new report by Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi on the frontline as of 12:00 p.m. on Easter Day.
Despite Ukraine declaring a symmetrical approach to Russian actions, an increase in Russian shelling and the use of kamikaze drones has been observed since 10:00 a.m. – with FPV drone usage alone doubling by the Russian army. The most active Russian operations this morning have been carried out in the Pokrovsk and Siversk directions. In these and several other areas of the frontline, Russia continues to use heavy weaponry.
Between midnight and noon today, Russian forces have already carried out 26 assaults.
We are documenting every Russian violation of its self-declared commitment to a full ceasefire for the Easter period and are prepared to provide the necessary information to our partners. In practice, either Putin does not have full control over his army, or the situation proves that in Russia, they have no intention of making a genuine move toward ending the war, and are only interested in favorable PR coverage. It’s a good thing, at least, that there were no air raid sirens.
We thank all the media, podcasters, bloggers, and everyone sharing the truth about what is happening. Instead of broadcasting religious service from Moscow, the focus should be on pressuring Moscow to genuinely commit to a full ceasefire and to maintain it for at least 30 days after Easter – to give diplomacy a real chance.
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Posted on 4/20/25 at 9:02 am to Philzilla
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Well, you can’t say they didn’t have it coming.
I didn’t.
But you can’t say that Kalingrad is an historical Russian state. It was a conquered state and the victor got the spoils.It is a relic of WWII.
Posted on 4/20/25 at 9:15 am to cypher
Posted on 4/20/25 at 9:58 am to cypher
Volodymyr Zelenskyy /
@ZelenskyyUa
A report by Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi as of 4:00 p.m. on Easter Day:
Unfortunately, the trend of increasing the use of heavy weaponry by Russian forces continues. From the beginning of the day until 4:00 p.m., there have been a total of 46 Russian assaults across various directions and 901 instances of shelling, 448 of which involved heavy weaponry. More than 400 cases of FPV drone use by Russians have already been documented.
The highest level of Russian combat activity this Easter is in the Pokrovsk direction. Putin’s words about a “ceasefire” have also proven empty in the Kursk region, the Siversk direction, and other directions in the Donetsk region.
In the Toretsk direction, our troops unfortunately fell into a Russian ambush. Some servicemen have been killed. The Russian soldiers responsible for this will be eliminated.
The Ukrainian army is acting – and will continue to act – in a fully symmetrical manner. This Easter has clearly demonstrated that the only source of this war, and the reason it drags on, is Russia. We are ready to move toward peace and a full, unconditional, and honest ceasefire that could last for at least 30 days – but there has been no response from Russia on that so far. The situation on the frontline shows that pressure on Moscow and real oversight of the actions of the occupying forces are needed for the ceasefire to be established.
@ZelenskyyUa
A report by Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi as of 4:00 p.m. on Easter Day:
Unfortunately, the trend of increasing the use of heavy weaponry by Russian forces continues. From the beginning of the day until 4:00 p.m., there have been a total of 46 Russian assaults across various directions and 901 instances of shelling, 448 of which involved heavy weaponry. More than 400 cases of FPV drone use by Russians have already been documented.
The highest level of Russian combat activity this Easter is in the Pokrovsk direction. Putin’s words about a “ceasefire” have also proven empty in the Kursk region, the Siversk direction, and other directions in the Donetsk region.
In the Toretsk direction, our troops unfortunately fell into a Russian ambush. Some servicemen have been killed. The Russian soldiers responsible for this will be eliminated.
The Ukrainian army is acting – and will continue to act – in a fully symmetrical manner. This Easter has clearly demonstrated that the only source of this war, and the reason it drags on, is Russia. We are ready to move toward peace and a full, unconditional, and honest ceasefire that could last for at least 30 days – but there has been no response from Russia on that so far. The situation on the frontline shows that pressure on Moscow and real oversight of the actions of the occupying forces are needed for the ceasefire to be established.
Posted on 4/20/25 at 10:52 am to John Barron
Ukraine has broken the Ceasefire. Zelensky does not care about his citizens. He is nothing more then an actor. You will pay for this Zelensky! 
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lol, we knew it. Ukraine was going to break the peace. Rusdia never breaks their word.
This post was edited on 4/20/25 at 1:08 pm
Posted on 4/20/25 at 1:23 pm to Coeur du Tigre
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1.) recognition of Russia’s control over the territories it currently holds in Ukraine;
2.) for Ukraine to abandon its efforts to join NATO;
3.) easing of sanctions against Russia;
4.) no security guarantees for Ukraine at any level.
These things already exist, seems pretty fair to any reasonable person.
Posted on 4/20/25 at 1:25 pm to Coeur du Tigre
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In other words,Trump nominated an incompetent drunk as Defense Secretary. And - fatally - he doesn't even play golf...
Well if he has the mic up in arms and liberals like you screaming......he must be perfect for the job
Posted on 4/20/25 at 1:30 pm to No Colors
No colors for you,
quote:
Several executive orders signed by President Donald Trump order a freeze of federal funds that Congress has already approved. But, according to both the Constitution and something called the Impoundment Control Act of 1974, the president does not have the authority to do that unilaterally.
Posted on 4/20/25 at 1:45 pm to Coeur du Tigre
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A behind the scenes look at an incredible Ukrainian Drone Factory owned by a company called SkyFall.
They make over 4,000 drones per day with a drone being completed every 27 seconds.
Im sorry that made me laugh out loud literally. So tell me where are they all going cause they sure as heck arent launching them against Russia.
Knowing ukraine.....zelensky probably sold them to the Russians.
They are sending less than 100 a day, one day just one they sent 337, most days its less than 100.
Maybe they are saving them up for the vaunted spring offensive that is three years late.
Posted on 4/20/25 at 2:15 pm to trinidadtiger
It's shocking I tell you that whomever you believe violated the ceasefire will have mountains of X accounts telling you exactly what you want to believe to be true is true
Posted on 4/20/25 at 2:41 pm to cypher
Volodymyr Zelenskyy /
@ZelenskyyUa
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A report by Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi as of 8:00 p.m. on Easter Day.
As of this hour, since the beginning of the day, the Russian army has violated Putin’s ceasefire more than two thousand times. There have already been 67 Russian assaults against our positions across various directions, with the highest number in the Pokrovsk direction. There were a total of 1,355 cases of Russian shelling, 713 of which involved heavy weaponry. The Russians also used FPVs 673 times.
In practice, across all main frontline directions, Russia has failed to uphold its own promise of ceasefire. And almost an entire day wasn’t enough for Russia to respond to our Ukrainian proposal for a full ceasefire – starting now, from Easter, and lasting 30 days.
However, there were no air raid alerts today. Hence, this is a format of ceasefire that has been achieved and that is the easiest to extend. Ukraine proposes to cease any strikes using long-range drones and missiles on civilian infrastructure for a period of at least 30 days, with the possibility of extension. If Russia does not agree to such a step, it will be proof that it intends to continue doing only those things which destroy human lives and prolong the war.
@ZelenskyyUa
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A report by Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi as of 8:00 p.m. on Easter Day.
As of this hour, since the beginning of the day, the Russian army has violated Putin’s ceasefire more than two thousand times. There have already been 67 Russian assaults against our positions across various directions, with the highest number in the Pokrovsk direction. There were a total of 1,355 cases of Russian shelling, 713 of which involved heavy weaponry. The Russians also used FPVs 673 times.
In practice, across all main frontline directions, Russia has failed to uphold its own promise of ceasefire. And almost an entire day wasn’t enough for Russia to respond to our Ukrainian proposal for a full ceasefire – starting now, from Easter, and lasting 30 days.
However, there were no air raid alerts today. Hence, this is a format of ceasefire that has been achieved and that is the easiest to extend. Ukraine proposes to cease any strikes using long-range drones and missiles on civilian infrastructure for a period of at least 30 days, with the possibility of extension. If Russia does not agree to such a step, it will be proof that it intends to continue doing only those things which destroy human lives and prolong the war.
Posted on 4/20/25 at 3:33 pm to trinidadtiger
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the president does not have the authority to do that unilaterally.
Is trump going to arrest himself?
Posted on 4/20/25 at 5:07 pm to cypher
Volodymyr Zelenskyy /
@ZelenskyyUa
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A report by Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi as of 12:00 a.m., following the end of Easter.
The total number of violations by the Russian army of Russia’s own ceasefire promise throughout the day reached 2,935. The highest number of shellings and assaults occurred in the Pokrovsk direction. Russia’s promise of a full ceasefire also did not apply to the Kursk direction. Overall, across the frontline, there were 96 Russian assaults, 1,882 instances of shelling on our positions, including 812 involving heavy weaponry, and over 950 instances of FPV drone use by Russian forces.
This day was not enough for Moscow to respond either to the proposal for a full 30-day ceasefire after Easter, or to the proposal to at least extend the ceasefire in the sky, refraining from missile and drone strikes on civilian infrastructure. The nature of Ukraine’s actions will remain symmetrical: ceasefire will be met with ceasefire, and Russian strikes will be met with our own in defense. Actions always speak louder than words.
@ZelenskyyUa
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A report by Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi as of 12:00 a.m., following the end of Easter.
The total number of violations by the Russian army of Russia’s own ceasefire promise throughout the day reached 2,935. The highest number of shellings and assaults occurred in the Pokrovsk direction. Russia’s promise of a full ceasefire also did not apply to the Kursk direction. Overall, across the frontline, there were 96 Russian assaults, 1,882 instances of shelling on our positions, including 812 involving heavy weaponry, and over 950 instances of FPV drone use by Russian forces.
This day was not enough for Moscow to respond either to the proposal for a full 30-day ceasefire after Easter, or to the proposal to at least extend the ceasefire in the sky, refraining from missile and drone strikes on civilian infrastructure. The nature of Ukraine’s actions will remain symmetrical: ceasefire will be met with ceasefire, and Russian strikes will be met with our own in defense. Actions always speak louder than words.
Posted on 4/20/25 at 5:26 pm to StormyMcMan
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It's shocking I tell you that whomever you believe violated the ceasefire will have mountains of X accounts telling you exactly what you want to believe to be true is true
Exactly
Posted on 4/20/25 at 7:22 pm to John Barron
Once again Zelensky proves he does not want a Ceasefire. Just like he told Trump at the White House. You will pay dearly for this Zelensky
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Posted on 4/20/25 at 8:05 pm to John Barron
Hey Firehoserz, ya’ll can’t do better than having some kid man the desk tonite? That’s pathetic.
Posted on 4/20/25 at 8:31 pm to doubleb
ISW Update April 20 2025
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Key Takeaways:
The snap Russian-proposed Easter truce underscores the necessity that the text of any ceasefire or peace agreement be publicly available, formally agreed to in advance by all parties, and include robust monitoring mechanisms.
Zelensky reported that Russian forces did not conduct long-range strikes against Ukraine on the night of April 19 to 20 and during the day on April 20 and proposed a temporary moratorium on long-range strikes against civilian infrastructure.
Ukrainian officials continue to highlight Russia's systematic persecution of religious communities throughout occupied Ukraine, including against Christians.
The Kremlin continues to repurpose narratives that Russian officials have repeatedly used to justify Russia's invasions of Ukraine in an effort to further militarize Russian society in the long term, likely in preparation for a potential future protracted conflict with NATO.
Russian forces recently advanced in Kursk Oblast and near Toretsk before the start of the Easter truce.
Posted on 4/20/25 at 8:38 pm to StormyMcMan
Ask long as we give them tactical nukes to defend themselves. But for the interference of the mysterious orbs of unknown origin in UK the tactical nukes would have arrived in Ukraine and Poland in December, before Trump was sworn in. Apparently, the orbs are planning on dealing with the Russians
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