The Easter truce proposed by Putin unraveled as Ukraine reported over 2,000 Russian violations throughout the day. Zelensky accused Moscow of merely "trying to give the impression" of a ceasefire while continuing attacks, a development following yesterday's skeptical acceptance of the truce.
The case of 12-year-old Lyam, found Saturday after a nine-day disappearance, took a surprising turn when his mother and sister were placed in police custody along with a family friend, though all three were released by evening.
Pope Francis delivered his Easter message despite recent health struggles, calling for Gaza ceasefire while condemning "rising antisemitism." The coincidence of Christian and Jewish Easter celebrations was noted in coverage.
Severe flooding affected southwestern France, with Gironde joining Dordogne and Corrèze under orange alert by evening. The government's consideration of eliminating tax breaks for retirees in the 2026 budget emerged as a contentious economic story.