Russia-Ukraine Prisoner Swap: A Timber of Hope

Russia has provided Ukraine with a list of 1,000 prisoners of war for a potential exchange, as per the Kremlin. This development follows direct talks between the two nations that occurred in Istanbul, marking the first in over three years. Ukraine is expected to reciprocate with its own list.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Moscow | Updated: 22-05-2025 18:43 IST | Created: 22-05-2025 18:43 IST
Russia-Ukraine Prisoner Swap: A Timber of Hope
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Russia has presented Ukraine with a list of 1,000 prisoners of war, marking a significant step in a proposed exchange deal. According to Russia's Interfax news agency, the Kremlin disclosed this movement on Thursday.

The Kremlin looks forward to Ukraine presenting its corresponding list, stated Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov. This move is the initial product of the first direct dialogue between the two conflicting nations in over three years, which convened in Istanbul earlier this month.

These negotiations may pave the way for easing tensions and fostering a diplomatic route forward, highlighting a pivotal moment in Russia-Ukraine relations.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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