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Russia and Ukraine complete largest-ever prisoner swap

May 25, 2025 / 6:32 PM
Russia and Ukraine complete largest-ever prisoner swap
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Sharjah 24 – AFP: Russia announced on Sunday that it had exchanged 303 Ukrainian prisoners of war for the same number of Russian soldiers held by Ukraine. This marks the final phase of the largest prisoner swap conducted between the two countries since the start of the conflict.

Agreement reached in Istanbul

The Russian Ministry of Defence stated that the exchange was carried out in accordance with agreements made between the two sides in Istanbul on May 16. Over the weekend, both parties successfully completed the transfer of a total of 1,000 individuals each.

Amid international calls for ceasefire

The exchange took place as international pressure mounts for a ceasefire and renewed diplomatic efforts to resolve the ongoing war.

May 25, 2025 / 6:32 PM

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