Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a unilateral Easter ceasefire in Ukraine from Saturday evening until the end of Sunday. He ordered Russian forces to halt all military actions during this period, hoping Ukraine would follow. However, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy reported drone attacks on Saturday, saying Russia’s actions show its true attitude toward peace and human life. Ukrainian forces were actively defending against these strikes. Meanwhile, Russia and Ukraine exchanged 246 prisoners of war each, with the United Arab Emirates helping mediate the deal. Russia said its returned soldiers are now in Belarus receiving medical and psychological care. Putin also expressed support for peace efforts led by the US, China, and BRICS nations. Still, Ukraine rejected his demands, which included dropping NATO plans and giving up territory, calling them unacceptable.