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Ukraine and Russia accuse each other of breaching 36-hour Orthodox Easter ceasefire

According to Ukraine's General Staff of the armed forces, by 7am the ceasefire had been violated by Russia 2,299 times, including assaults, shelling and small drone launches. However, Russia has refrained from using long-range drones, missiles or guided bombs.

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Guns over people: Rising military spending is eroding quality of life around the world

As Canada celebrates meeting the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) target of spending two per cent of GDP on defence, it’s important to remember this spending isn’t counted within the concept of what’s known as social GDP, an alternative metric focused on measuring a nation’s social development, well-being and sustainability…

The Conversation

Russia-Ukraine war: Thousands of violations reported as brief Easter truce breaks down

An Easter ceasefire between Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelenskyy quickly unravelled on Sunday, with both Russia and Ukraine accusing each other of thousands of violations despite a temporary pause in fighting for the Orthodox holiday.

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Russia and Ukraine accuse each other of violating Orthodox Easter ceasefire

Russia and Ukraine are accusing each other of violating a Kremlin-declared Easter ceasefire

The Independent UK

From brutal occupation to brazen recruitment: Russia turns Bucha residents against their own

Four years after the Ukrainian town experienced some of the war’s worst atrocities, a 21-year-old planted bombs outside his own apartment building

The Guardian - UK

‘It’s time for China and India to really start providing foreign aid’

INTERVIEW: Exclusive: In a wide-ranging interview, the head of the Norwegian Refugee Council also warns that potential plans by Nato nations to boost military spending to five per cent of GDP are a ‘major strategic mistake’

The Independent UK

Ukraine war briefing: Easter truce falters as Russia and Ukraine exchange prisoners

Warring sides exchange 175 prisoners as Ukraine accuses Russia of 469 ceasefire violations, and Moscow blames Kyiv for gas station attack.

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Russia's Air Force Is More Dangerous Than Before Ukraine War, Experts Warn

Russia's air force is emerging from the war in Ukraine as a more dangerous fighting force than many Western officials believed in 2022, according to airpower analysts who say Moscow has used the conflict to sharpen tactics, improve weapons integration, and give pilots far more combat experience than they had…

Latin Times

Russia-Ukraine ceasefire in doubt after latest drone strikes

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The Independent UK

Ukraine and Russia observe Orthodox Easter truce despite deep scepticism

A fragile pause in fighting between Russia and Ukraine has come into force over Orthodox Easter, offering a brief – if uncertain – respite after months of grinding conflict.

Radio France Internationale

Ukraine and Russia exchange prisoners ahead of Orthodox Easter ceasefire

The warring sides exchanged 175 prisoners of war each in a mediation facilitated by the United Arab Emirates, officials from both nations said.

Euronews

‘He cares about Hungarians’: the small Ukrainian town divided over Orbán

The rightwing populist’s support for the majority-Hungarian population of Berehove means they may offer their votes in return

The Guardian - UK

US Army Builds First AI Chatbot for Troops, Trained on Live Conflict Data From Iran and Ukraine, Built on Reddit-Style Forums

The U.S. Army has introduced VictorBot, an AI chatbot trained on classified data from Ukraine and Iran.

International Business Times UK

Hungary Election 2026: Opposition Tisza Leads Orban in Final Polls as Pivotal Vote Looms Sunday

Hungarians head to the polls Sunday in a parliamentary election that could end Viktor Orban's 16-year grip on power, with the opposition Tisza Party holding a clear lead in the latest polls over the longtime prime minister's Fidesz party amid widespread discontent over corruption, ties to Russia and stalled European…

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The Independent UK

How Trump’s support delivered the kiss of death to Orban’s election chances as Hungary’s leader suffers crushing defeat

IN FOCUS: The Hungarian PM had sought the backing of the Trump administration to see his struggling party over the line in elections to shape the future of Europe. Instead, it appears that the president’s backing may have harmed his chances, writes James C Reynolds

The Guardian - UK

Explosives found near pipeline in Serbia probably ‘Russian provocation’, says expert

Former Ukrainian major general says 4kg of material was most likely an attempt to influence Hungary’s election

The Times of India

2 killed in Russian drone strikes at Ukraine's Odesa ahead of proposed Easter ceasefire

Russian drone attacks struck Odesa, Ukraine, causing casualties and damage. This occurred just before a proposed Easter ceasefire. Both Russia and Ukraine reported numerous drone interceptions. President Putin announced a 32-hour halt to hostilities. Ukraine stated readiness for a genuine ceasefire. Discussions on a prisoner exchange are ongoing.

The Independent UK

Russian strikes kill two in Ukraine ahead of 32-hour ceasefire

This extensive aerial assault occurred ahead of a 32-hour ceasefire declared by Vladimir Putin

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The Guardian - UK

Zebras, wealth and power: Hungary’s election tests Orbán’s grip on power

Corruption scandals and a surging opposition have turned the vote into the biggest test yet for the long-serving populist leader

The Guardian - UK

An environmental disaster in Moldova has Russia’s fingerprints all over it

The Ukraine war on our doorstep is a constant threat. Contaminated drinking water is a dangerous new twist, says Moldovan journalist Paula Erizanu

The Guardian - AU

Ukraine war briefing: doubts linger in Kyiv over Moscow’s promise to uphold Orthodox Easter ceasefire

Kremlin orders temporary truce from Saturday afternoon until Sunday, a 32-hour period during which Russia would stop fighting ‘in all directions’.

Barchart

Crude Prices Fall on Long Liquidation Ahead of US-Iran Peace Talks

May WTI crude oil (CLK26 ) on Friday closed down -1.30 (-1.33%), and May RBOB gasoline (RBK26 ) closed up +0.0366 (+1.22%). Crude oil and gasoline prices settled mixed on Friday. Crude prices gave up an early advance on Friday and retreated amid heavy liquidation in crude oil futures ahead...

The Independent UK

Ukraine and Russia agree 32-hour Orthodox Easter truce – but few see lasting peace

‘People need ⁠an Easter without threats’ says Volodymyr Zelensky

The Times of India

The week that was in international affairs: Iran war ceasefire and talks; Russia-Ukraine Orthodox Easter ceasefire & more

After a short break, welcome back to another edition of My Take 5, your weekly round-up of top international news. This week, we are covering the scheduled Iran-US ceasefire talks in Pakistan, the Orthodox Easter ceasefire in the Russia-Ukraine war, Moldova's pullout from the Russia-led Commonwealth of Independent States, Taiwanese…

International Business Times

Top Ukrainian Official Sees Progress Towards Potential Deal With Russia

Ukraine's top negotiator with Russia said he sees progress towards a potential deal with Russia, which could take place soon.

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