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Orthodox Easter
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Russia and Ukraine Agree to Orthodox Easter Truce but Both Allege Violations
Russia and Ukraine agreed to a temporary truce for Orthodox Easter, announced by Russian President Vladimir Putin, lasting from April 11 afternoon through April 12. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed hope that the pause could lead to a more permanent ceasefire. Both…
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Israel Limits Attendance at Holy Fire Ceremony in Jerusalem Amid Safety Concerns
Orthodox Christians gathered at Jerusalem's Church of the Holy Sepulchre for the annual Holy Fire ceremony on Orthodox Easter. Israeli authorities capped the number of worshipers to prevent overcrowding following the 2021 Mount Meron stampede that killed 45 people. The restrictio…
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Russian Drone Strikes Kill Two in Odesa, Ukraine, Before Proposed Easter Ceasefire
Russian drone strikes on the Ukrainian city of Odesa killed at least two people overnight into Saturday, according to local authorities. The attacks occurred ahead of a proposed ceasefire for Orthodox Easter. No further details on the ceasefire proposal were provided in the repor…
rte.ieworld91 days ago
Russia Announces Orthodox Easter Cease-Fire for Ukraine Conflict, Skepticism Persists
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a unilateral cease-fire for the Orthodox Easter weekend, effective from Saturday afternoon through Sunday. The pause aims to allow religious observances amid ongoing hostilities. Ukraine expressed skepticism, citing past violations of si…
tass.comfinance91 days ago
Russia Announces 32-Hour Ceasefire in Ukraine for Orthodox Easter
Russian President Vladimir Putin declared a temporary 32-hour ceasefire in the Ukraine conflict starting at 4 p.m. on April 11, 2025, in observance of Orthodox Easter. The Kremlin expects Ukraine to reciprocate. This follows recent Russian attacks that killed six civilians and in…
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jns.orgworld92 days ago
Israel Lifts Restrictions at Jerusalem Holy Sites Following Ceasefire with Iran
Israel has lifted restrictions on public gatherings at Jerusalem's holy sites after a ceasefire in the conflict with Iran that lasted nearly six weeks. Access to Christian, Jewish, and Muslim sites, which had been limited or prohibited during the war, resumed on Thursday. The mov…