Russia and Ukraine Renew Drone Warfare Following Orthodox Easter Ceasefire
Here's what it means for you.
The ongoing conflict impacts global energy prices and international supply chains.
What happened
Russia and Ukraine resumed large-scale drone attacks on April 13, 2026, immediately following a 32-hour ceasefire for Orthodox Easter.
The Context
- Truce Violations: During the ceasefire, both sides reported thousands of violations, undermining the temporary peace.
- Drone Warfare: Russia launched 98 drones targeting Ukrainian infrastructure, with Ukraine intercepting 87 of them.
- Prisoner Exchange: A minor prisoner swap of 175 individuals occurred, highlighting rare cooperation amid hostilities.
The Number
— the number of Russian drones launched at Ukraine overnight post-truce expiration, illustrating the intensity of aerial warfare and its implications for regional security.
Takeaway
Expect continued hostilities and drone exchanges as both nations remain entrenched in their positions.
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روسيا وأوكرانيا تستأنفان الهجمات بعد انقضاء هدنة عيد الفصح
Russia and Ukraine have resumed drone attacks following the expiration of a 32-hour ceasefire that was agreed upon for the Easter holiday, with both sides accusing each other of violating the truce.
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روسيا وأوكرانيا تتبادلان الاتهامات بانتهاك هدنة عيد القيامة
Russia and Ukraine exchanged accusations of violating a 32-hour ceasefire for Easter, with both sides reporting over a thousand attacks involving drones and shells shortly after the ceasefire began. The Russian Defense Ministry recorded 1,971 violati...
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روسيا وأوكرانيا تتبادلان الاتهامات بانتهاك وقف إطلاق النار بمناسبة عيد الفصح روسيا وأوكرانيا تتبادلان الاتهامات بانتهاك وقف إطلاق النار بمناسبة عيد الفصح
On Sunday, Russia and Ukraine exchanged accusations of violating a ceasefire declared by the Kremlin in observance of Easter. This ceasefire was intended to provide a temporary respite from ongoing hostilities between the two nations.
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روسيا تعلن هدنة عيد الفصح مع أوكرانيا
Russia has announced a ceasefire for the Easter holiday with Ukraine, indicating that it will commence today, Saturday. This development marks a significant moment in the ongoing conflict between the two nations, as it reflects an attempt to pause ho...