President Zelensky says Russia is only trying to 'create the impression of a ceasefire', with Ukrainian forces reporting shelling along the front line on Easter morning. Critics of Russia have described Vladimir Putin's ceasefire announcement on Good Friday as 'for show', arguing its purpose is to win favour with President Trump

Wearing a grey traditional Ukrainian vyshyvanka embroidered shirt and standing in front of Kyiv's main church, Saint Sophia Cathedral, Zelensky said in a social media video that Ukraine never loses faith.

Ukrainian leader accuses Russia of continuing operations on several fronts as air raid sirens are heard in Kyiv, pushes for 30-day lull to 'give peace a chance'