Ceasefire in Kharkiv Holds for 30 Hours as Ceasefire Talks Begin

A ceasefire in the Ukrainian city of Kharkiv has held for its first 30 hours, according to Ukrainian officials. The city, which has been under fire for years, experienced a rare period of quiet as the ceasefire took effect. The ceasefire was announced by Ukrainian officials and is being monitored by both Ukrainian and Russian officials. Some Ukrainian officials have criticized the ceasefire as too short, while some Russian officials have praised it as a positive step. The ceasefire is part of ongoing negotiations between Ukraine and Russia, with the goal of achieving a lasting peace. The ceasefire is expected to last for at least 72 hours, though some sources report it has held for 72 hours. The ceasefire has been welcomed by civilians in the city, who have endured significant damage from the war. The ceasefire is being implemented in a city that has been under siege for several months, with international observers also monitoring the situation.