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Russia, Ukraine each free first 390 prisoners in start of war's biggest swap
- Russia and Ukraine completed the first phase of a prisoner exchange on Friday following talks in Istanbul last week, starting with 390 individuals released including soldiers and civilians.
- The exchange resulted from a 1,000-for-1,000 prisoner swap agreement reached during rare direct talks aimed at peace, though Russia introduced new demands to withdraw Ukrainian troops from occupied regions.
- The group released on Friday included 270 military personnel and 120 civilians; videos showed emotional reunions and the returnees wore Ukrainian flags upon crossing the border.
- President Zelenskyy stated, "We are bringing our people home," and said the exchange would continue over the weekend as diplomatic efforts to stop the war remain stalled.
- While the swap offered relief to families, Zelenskyy warned that continued Russian refusal of a ceasefire and unrealistic demands may indicate efforts to prolong the conflict, requiring tougher sanctions.
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Russia, Ukraine Send Prisoners Home to Families
Hundreds of prisoners of war returned home Friday to emotional reunions as Russia and Ukraine carried out their largest swap since the fighting began. More exchanges are ahead over the next few days, the New York Times reports, until each side has received 1,000 freed prisoners. "We are bringing...
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