Ukraine and Russia have executed their most extensive prisoner exchange since February 2022, as confirmed by the Coordinating Headquarters for the Treatment of Prisoners of War.
In this recent exchange, a total of 230 Ukrainian captives, including six civilians, were repatriated from Russian custody, as reported by the Xinhua news agency.
The released individuals encompass various groups, comprising service members from the Ukrainian Armed Forces, the National Guard, the State Border Guard Service, and the National Police.
This swap stands as the initial prisoner exchange between the two parties since August, signifying a positive step in ongoing efforts towards humanitarian resolutions in the midst of the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Notably, this exchange contributes to a cumulative tally of over 2,800 released Ukrainians who were previously held captive in connection to the Russia-Ukraine conflict, marking a substantial stride in the process of prisoner releases.
(With Agency Inputs)
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