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A soldier hugs his wife after returning from an exchange of prisoners of war between Russia and Ukraine, Ukraine, 30.12.2024

Video. Exchange with Russia brings 189 Ukrainian prisoners of war home

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Russia and Ukraine exchanged hundreds of prisoners of war in a deal mediated by the United Arab Emirates, with 189 Ukrainian prisoners, mostly soldiers but including two civilians, returning home on Monday evening.

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy confirmed the release of 189 Ukrainians, including military personnel and two civilians while Russia’s Defence Ministry said that 150 Russian soldiers were freed in return.

The United Arab Emirates acted as a mediator in this latest prisoner exchange.

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