Russia has attcked Ukraine with 70 missiles, 2,200 drones since March 11 ceasefire proposal

Since Ukraine and the United States agreed to a proposed temporary ceasefire on March 11, Russia has continued its large-scale aerial assault, launching approximately 70 missiles, over 2,200 Shahed-type drones, and more than 6,000 guided aerial bombs. This was reported by Ukrainian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha on April 11.

Sybiha stated that these attacks were Russia’s response to peace proposals and characterized Moscow’s behavior as consistent with its pattern of deception, manipulation, and terror. He emphasized that while international partners are pushing for confidence-building steps and a fair peace, Russia remains the only obstacle.

The limited truce proposal—negotiated in Jeddah—was accepted by Ukraine on the condition that Russia also complied. However, Moscow rejected the deal unless it included conditions undermining Ukraine’s ability to defend itself, such as a complete halt to foreign military assistance. Despite this, the parties did manage to reach a narrow agreement to avoid strikes on energy infrastructure and limit naval operations in the Black Sea. Nevertheless, Russia has continued attacks on civilian energy sites, casting doubt on the sustainability of even this limited arrangement.

Sybiha pointed out that instead of taking steps toward de-escalation, Russia has escalated its attacks. In recent weeks, missile and drone strikes have caused multiple civilian casualties. On April 10, a ballistic missile strike on the city of Dnipro killed one person and injured nine. That same day, a drone attack in Zhytomyr Oblast left one dead and six wounded.

Frustration with Russia’s refusal to commit to a meaningful ceasefire is also growing in Washington. U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly expressed anger over President Vladimir Putin’s unwillingness to move forward in peace talks and criticized efforts to undermine Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s credibility.

According to Ukrainian officials, Russia’s reluctance to agree to a truce is a deliberate tactic aimed at buying time and securing further gains on the battlefield.

Eight people injured due to the Russian attacks on Kherson Oblast

Russian forces launched artillery and drone strikes on multiple populated areas in Kherson Oblast on April 11, injuring at least eight civilians. This was confirmed by the Kherson Oblast Prosecutor's Office later in the day.

According to the report, the attacks targeted both the city of Kherson and the village of Antonivka. Seven people were wounded in Kherson and one in Antonivka, with six of the victims requiring hospitalization.

The strikes caused damage to residential infrastructure, including private homes, apartment buildings, and civilian vehicles.

Authorities in Kherson Oblast, together with Ukrainian prosecutors and investigators, are documenting the aftermath of the assault as further evidence of war crimes committed by Russian forces. A pre-trial investigation has been launched under Article 438.1 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine, which addresses violations of the laws and customs of war.

Ukraine returned two teenagers who were subjected to constant pressure and violence under occupation

Ukraine has successfully returned two teenagers from territories temporarily occupied by Russia, according to the Bring Kids Back UA initiative. The 17-year-old girl, Oksana, and the 18-year-old boy, Andrii, had both faced severe risks and pressure while under Russian control.

Oksana's hometown fell under Russian occupation in 2014. She and her mother were later forcibly taken to Russia, where she endured constant bullying and beatings due to her Ukrainian identity. Despite the abuse and isolation, she remained determined to return home. She made several attempts to escape on her own, and during her final attempt, she reportedly went four days without food while on the road.

Eventually, Oksana reached out to the Ukrainian Child Rights Network, which helped her map out a safe route and handle the necessary documentation. She is now safely back in Ukraine and is planning to enroll in a higher education institution.

The second teenager, Andrii, faced a different kind of threat. At 18, he was under increasing risk of being forcibly mobilized into the Russian army. Russian troops were reportedly monitoring his home and harassing him regularly. His greatest fear was being made to fight against Ukraine—his own country.

Andrii had previously attempted to escape without success. However, with encouragement from his sister, who had fled the occupied territory earlier, he too contacted the Ukrainian Child Rights Network. This time, with coordinated assistance, a secure route was established, and Andrii successfully crossed into Ukrainian-controlled territory. He has now reunited with his sister.

Human rights groups estimate that approximately 1.5 million Ukrainian children currently remain in Russian-occupied areas, many of them vulnerable to forced relocation, indoctrination, or exploitation.