205 Ukrainian soldiers released in prisoner exchange with Russia, Zelenskyy

205 Ukrainian soldiers were freed from Russian captivity on Tuesday, as part of a large-scale prisoner exchange. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed the release, thanking those involved in the operation, especially the United Arab Emirates for its mediation.

This exchange marks the 64th between Ukraine and Russia since the start of the full-scale invasion, with 4,757 Ukrainians returned from Russian detention. The soldiers released today had served in various conflict zones, including Donetsk, Luhansk, and Mariupol.