Russian President Vladimir Putin rejected a 30-day truce proposed by Washington and Kyiv in March, instead declaring two brief pauses in fighting that Ukraine has accused Moscow of violating.

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"Ukraine and all allies are ready for a complete unconditional ceasefire on land, in the air, and at sea for at least 30 days ...