Here’s what happened.
In a move that many are calling cynical and politically timed, Russian President Vladimir Putin declared an “Easter ceasefire” in the ongoing war against Ukraine. The announcement, made Saturday via the Kremlin’s Telegram channel, came just days after Russia bombed Ukrainian civilians on two of Christianity’s holiest days—Palm Sunday and Good Friday.
“From April 19 at 6:00 PM to April 21 at midnight, all Russian operations will pause for Easter,” Putin claimed. The Kremlin framed the move as a “humanitarian gesture,” despite recent assaults that left dozens dead and hundreds wounded.
Yet within minutes of the announcement, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Russian drones had already entered Ukrainian skies. “This is what Putin really thinks of Easter, peace, and human life,” he posted on X, formerly Twitter.
💥 Bloodshed in the Pew: Holy Week Turns Deadly in Ukraine
Russia’s brutal attacks in recent days have shocked the international Christian community:
- Palm Sunday Massacre: A missile strike in the city of Sumy killed 35 people, including churchgoers, and injured 129 others.
- Good Friday Horror: Overnight attacks on Kharkiv left 1 dead and 98 wounded, including six children and a 2-year-old girl.
- Drone Swarms: Iran-made Shahed drones struck homes, a bread factory, and civilian infrastructure.
- Cluster Bomb Use: Ukrainian officials say cluster munitions were dropped, which are banned by many nations due to the risk to civilians.
Mayor Ihor Terekhov said, “If the strike had come just an hour later, the death toll would have been ten times higher.”
🇺🇸 Trump Administration: Peace Deal May Be Dead in the Water
Back in Washington, President Donald J. Trump is working to restore peace in Eastern Europe—but patience is wearing thin.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio revealed Friday that the administration is on the verge of pulling out of the peace talks entirely.
“We’re talking days—not weeks—before a decision is made,” Rubio said from Paris. “If Russia won’t take this seriously, we’ll walk.”
Trump himself weighed in on the Palm Sunday attack, telling reporters:
“It was horrible. I was told it was a mistake—but it was a terrible thing. The whole war is a terrible thing.”
Unlike the previous administration, Trump has made it clear: American strength must not be wasted on endless wars.
🙏 Zelensky Begs U.S. for Patriot Missiles—Calls for Christian Solidarity
In a passionate post on Telegram, Zelensky pleaded for help from America:
“This is about defending innocent life. Missile strikes on Good Friday? That’s not just war—it’s a mockery of our faith.”
“We’re asking our partners—especially the United States—for Patriot systems to stop this Russian evil. This is not just military support—it’s Christian compassion.”
📉 Where Things Stand Now
- Ceasefire or charade? Ukraine reports ongoing attacks even after Putin’s “truce” announcement.
- Peace deal on the edge: Trump’s administration is nearing a final decision.
- Russia strikes during Holy Week: Ballistic missiles, cluster bombs, and kamikaze drones continue to target civilians.
- World watches: The Trump team may be Ukraine’s last shot at peace through diplomacy.
💬 FINAL THOUGHT:
As President Trump stands firm against globalist entanglements and endless wars, Americans are asking: How long can we tolerate deception masked as diplomacy? And how many innocent lives must be lost before real leadership demands accountability?