
Russia-Ukraine Talks Yield Prisoner Swap, Ceasefire Stalemate Persists
Russia and Ukraine agree to swap 1,200 prisoners each but remain divided on ceasefire terms during Istanbul peace talks, as diplomatic efforts continue.
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Russia and Ukraine agree to swap 1,200 prisoners each but remain divided on ceasefire terms during Istanbul peace talks, as diplomatic efforts continue.
Russia claims Ukraine postponed a prisoner exchange and acceptance of over 1,200 soldiers’ bodies, citing Istanbul agreements. Ukraine has yet to respond.
Russia and Ukraine exchanged 270 military personnel and 120 civilians in a major prisoner swap, with further exchanges planned amid ongoing conflict.
Hamas and Israel have agreed to release Palestinian prisoners in exchange for Israeli hostages as part of an ongoing Gaza ceasefire deal. Discussions continue amid potential truce extension.