Zelensky urges Russia to halt attacks, open to peace talks

• President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky reiterated his appeal to Russia for a ceasefire on civilian targets, stressing that Kyiv has no barriers to initiating talks.
• Russian attacks on civilian infrastructure in Ukraine, including in Kharkiv, Zaporizhzhia, and Odessa, are described by Zelensky as deliberate acts of terror that could be stopped with a single order from Russia.
• The situation on the front has returned to the intensity observed before Easter, as confirmed by the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

On Tuesday, President Volodymyr Zelensky once again called on Russia to cease attacks on civilian infrastructure. He emphasized that Ukraine is prepared for talks and does not set any obstacles in this regard. Zelensky pointed out that the ceasefire proposal made after Easter remains valid and noted that all that's required is Russia's willingness to engage in these talks.

Rescue operations are ongoing in Kharkiv following a Russian drone attack. The president also reminded the public of attacks in other regions such as Zaporizhzhia, Odessa, Sumy, Kharkiv, Donetsk, and the southern oblasts. Zelensky described these actions as deliberate Russian terror that could be ended with a single order from Russia. He emphasized that during Easter in Ukraine, there were no air raid alarms, demonstrating the feasibility of a ceasefire.

Last night, Russian forces conducted a massive drone attack on Odessa, resulting in fires and civilian injuries. Local authorities confirmed this information on Tuesday morning. The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported that the intensity of fighting on the front has returned to levels seen before Easter.