Ukrainian military leader, head of the Office of the President since January 2026
Russian President Vladimir Putin has declared a 32-hour ceasefire over Orthodox Easter, but both sides report ongoing violations. Ukrainian forces have recorded over 2,200 ceasefire breaches, while Russia reports nearly 2,000. Despite the truce, attacks continue, and trust remains low amid repeated violations.
Ukraine and Russia have conducted a prisoner exchange, releasing 193 POWs. Ukraine reports some captives face injuries and criminal charges, while Russia states the soldiers will undergo evaluations in Belarus. The exchanges follow previous deals brokered by the UAE and US, with diplomatic efforts remaining stalled.
The war talks have stalled recently as Russia's strikes on Ukraine escalate. Ukrainian officials have indicated a push for a diplomatic path before winter, while Western mediation efforts face competing priorities. Kyiv reports heavy rocket, drone activity with multiple cities hit and civilians killed or injured.
Poland has revoked President Volodymyr Zelensky’s Order of the White Eagle after he has signed a decree naming a Ukrainian special forces unit for the World War II Ukrainian Insurgent Army (UPA). Ukrainian officials have returned Polish honours and Poland and Ukraine are urging calm ahead of a major Ukraine reconstruction conference in Gdańsk.