A "ceasefire" on Easter is unlikely: Russia is not ready for a ceasefire — ISW

Russia is unlikely to agree to a "ceasefire" over Easter, despite Ukraine's willingness to observe a temporary ceasefire.

This is stated in a report by the Institute for the Study of War (ISW).

Analysts note that Ukraine is demonstrating a willingness to negotiate and compromise, while Russia is not interested in ceasing hostilities or engaging in good-faith dialogue.

In particular, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed readiness for a temporary truce over Easter—both in the form of a complete ceasefire and a moratorium on strikes against energy infrastructure.

At the same time, Russia has effectively rejected this initiative.

The ISW notes that the Kremlin has already announced short-term “ceasefires,” but these were not observed and were used to build up resources ahead of new attacks.

Analysts also emphasize that Moscow systematically refuses to agree to a long-term ceasefire or genuine peace agreements.

Russians are striking over unpaid wages, which they last received back in 2025.

As a reminder, Russia wants to build the “Azov Ring” in the occupied territories.

Putin is also demanding that businesses not spend windfall profits from the war in Iran.