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Vladimir Putin at a video conference 18. April 2025.

Video. Putin announces Ukraine ceasefire over Easter amid largest POW swap

Updated: 20/04/2025 - 16:11 GMT+2

Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced a temporary Easter ceasefire in Ukraine, as Russia and Ukraine swapped hundreds of captured soldiers in the largest exchange since Moscow's full-scale invasion started over three years ago.

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