Summary
Ukraine and Russia have recently exchanged the bodies of soldiers who died during their conflict. Ukraine received 1,000 bodies from Russia, while Russia received 38 bodies in return. Talks continue between the two countries, but no significant breakthroughs have been made.
Key Facts
- Ukraine received 1,000 bodies of its soldiers from Russia.
- Russia received 38 bodies in exchange.
- The exchange agreement was reached in Istanbul during talks in 2025.
- The agreement includes the return of 12,000 soldiers' bodies and the release of certain prisoners.
- No prisoner exchange has occurred since October 2025.
- Negotiators from Russia, Ukraine, and the US met recently in the UAE for talks.
- Despite negotiations, drone attacks continue between both countries.
- A recent Russian drone strike in Kharkiv killed five people.
