Ukraine War: Moscow 'Does Not Respect' Ceasefire on Front Line, Accuses Zelensky

Despite a declared three-day ceasefire brokered by US President Donald Trump, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky asserts that Russian forces are actively violating the truce along the front lines. Zelensky stated that Russian troops are pursuing assault operations in strategically important areas, undermining the spirit and intent of the cessation of hostilities.

Conversely, Russia's Ministry of Defense has leveled accusations against Ukraine, claiming over 16,000 violations within the last 24 hours, including a significant number of drone attacks. This mutual recrimination highlights the deep mistrust and the fragile nature of the ceasefire, suggesting that both sides are seeking to gain strategic advantages even amidst purported peace efforts.

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The Russians continue their assault operations in sectors strategic for them.

While large-scale aerial attacks may have decreased since the truce began, the conflict's impact on civilians remains a grave concern. Reports indicate at least nine injuries, including a 3-year-old child and a rescue worker, in various regions of Ukraine. From our perspective at Le Figaro, this situation underscores the persistent challenges in achieving lasting peace in Ukraine. The conflicting narratives and continued military actions demonstrate that the path to de-escalation is fraught with obstacles, and the human cost continues to mount despite international mediation efforts.

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On the front line, the Russian army does not respect the ceasefire and doesn't even really make an effort to do so.