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Three Russian Personnel Killed Amid Ceasefire Violations

4/13/2026

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On April 12, three Russian personnel were killed during evacuation amid Easter ceasefire near Chasiv Yar, Donetsk Oblast.
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a 32-hour ceasefire starting April 11.
The Ukrainian 24th Separate Mechanized Brigade said casualties were unarmed soldiers withdrawn for medical care.
They were captured Russian personnel evacuated to test Russia's adherence to the ceasefire.
Ukraine's General Staff accused Russia of over 2,000 ceasefire violations, including drone strikes.

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On April 12, three Russian personnel were killed during evacuation amid Easter ceasefire near Chasiv Yar, Donetsk Oblast.
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a 32-hour ceasefire starting April 11.
The Ukrainian 24th Separate Mechanized Brigade said casualties were unarmed soldiers withdrawn for medical care.
They were captured Russian personnel evacuated to test Russia's adherence to the ceasefire.
Ukraine's General Staff accused Russia of over 2,000 ceasefire violations, including drone strikes.