Zelensky Seeks Easter Energy Ceasefire as Russia Rejects Offer

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has proposed an Easter ceasefire aimed at halting mutual strikes on energy infrastructure in the ongoing Ukraine‑Russia war, but the initiative has so far been met with rejection or cool responses from Moscow.

Zelensky said he will ask U.S. mediators, including envoys and NATO leadership, to relay Kyiv’s offer to Russia, which would see both sides halt attacks on energy facilities as a sign of good faith — part of broader efforts to stabilize front‑line fighting and ease pressure on global energy markets.

The proposal is conditional: Ukraine would pause its long‑range strikes on Russian oil infrastructure if Russia stopped attacks on Ukrainian energy sites. Allies have reportedly sent “signals” to Kyiv about potentially scaling back such attacks amid global energy concerns tied to related conflicts, particularly the Middle East crisis.

However, the Kremlin has responded skeptically, saying it has not seen any detailed ceasefire proposal and favoring a broader peace agreement rather than a temporary truce. Russian officials have dismissed the Easter ceasefire idea and continued military actions.

Meanwhile, Zelensky has been holding talks with U.S. negotiators and NATO leadership about the proposal and broader diplomatic strategy, highlighting both ongoing military pressures and efforts to find a negotiated pause in hostilities.