April 2025 marks a period of intensified clashes in the Russia-Ukraine war, accompanied by renewed international efforts toward a possible peace resolution. Heavy fighting has been reported in regions such as Donetsk, Sumy, and Zaporizhzhia. At the same time, the 30-hour ceasefire announced by Russian President Vladimir Putin for the Easter holiday has been met with skepticism by Ukraine and Western countries. According to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, the ceasefire appears to be largely symbolic as hostilities continue unabated.
These developments were the focus of discussion on the April 20, 2025 edition of the “Agenda” program broadcast on ARB24 TV. The guest of the show, political analyst Ahmad Shahidov, provided an in-depth analysis of the current stage of the war, including developments on the front lines, international dynamics, and potential paths to peace.
During the program, political analyst Ahmad Shahidov noted that Ukraine’s drone strikes on Russia’s Bryansk region, along with Russian air raids on eastern Ukrainian territories, demonstrate that the war is no longer confined to the frontlines. He emphasized that mutual distrust between the parties has stalled negotiations and continues to jeopardize long-term regional stability.
Ahmad Shahidov also pointed out that Western powers—especially the United States and the United Kingdom—are ramping up diplomatic pressure, which could potentially push both sides into broader negotiations in the coming months.
