Russian attacks kill two in Odessa.
Fighting in Ukraine caused deaths and injuries. Russia and Ukraine agreed to a temporary truce for Easter. The truce will last until Sunday evening.
The fighting continued on Friday, with reports of casualties in Poltava and Sumy. Two people died in Odessa due to a Russian attack. This attack happened before the Easter truce was established. The truce is meant to allow people to move safely and receive help. The Ukrainian government believes the Russian offensive is weakening, which may be why the truce was agreed.
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Highlights
Fighting Continues in Ukraine
One person died and several were injured in attacks in Poltava and Sumy.
Easter Truce Agreed
Russia and Ukraine reached a temporary truce for Orthodox Easter.
Truce Allows Movement
The truce is meant for civilians to move freely.
Russian Offensive Struggles
The Russian offensive is currently having difficulty.
Odessa Attack Reported
A Russian attack killed two people and injured two more in Odessa.
Perspectives
- Fighting continued in Ukraine before the Easter truce.
- A temporary truce was agreed between Russia and Ukraine.
- The truce is for the Orthodox Easter holiday.
- The truce allows civilians to move freely.
Ukrainian authorities blame a Russian attack.
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The article does not state the cause of the attacks.