Russia, Ukraine confirm prisoner swap after Turkiye talks
Summary
Russia and Ukraine exchanged prisoners of war, each country confirming the swap but not specifying how many soldiers were involved. Despite this exchange, tensions continue, with attacks and territorial disputes ongoing between the two nations.Key Facts
- Russia and Ukraine exchanged prisoners, but the exact number is not known.
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy mentioned that Ukrainian soldiers are returning home, some held since 2022.
- Russia said its soldiers are receiving medical and psychological help in Belarus before returning to Russia.
- The exchange took place after a June meeting in Turkiye where both sides agreed to swap at least 1,000 soldiers.
- Talks between Russia and Ukraine to end the war have not progressed.
- Russian air strikes killed one person in Kherson, Ukraine, and wounded two others.
- Russia claimed to capture two villages in Ukraine's Donetsk region.
- President Zelenskyy signed an agreement with the Council of Europe to try Russian officials for the invasion.
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