Ukrainian Forces Violate Ceasefire 23,802 Times

The Ukrainian armed forces violated the ceasefire with Russia 23,802 times, the Russian Defense Ministry said on Monday.

The Russian army in the special military operation zone continues to strictly observe the ceasefire, the ministry said. Despite the declared truce, Ukrainian armed formations launched drone strikes and artillery fire at Russian troop positions, according to the ministry's statement.

"During the ceasefire period in the special military operation zone, a total of 23,802 ceasefire violations by the Ukrainian side were recorded," the ministry said.

The Russian armed forces continue to strictly observe the ceasefire and remain on the previously occupied positions, the Russian Defense Ministry added.