Landmark Russia-Ukraine prisoner swap mediated by Turkey
The President of the USA, Donald Trump, announced a significant prisoner exchange between Ukraine and Russia on Friday. "Congratulations to both sides on this negotiation," Trump highlighted, suggesting that this could "lead to something big."
What do you need to know?
- Prisoner exchange between Ukraine and Russia: The President of the USA, Donald Trump, announced a significant prisoner exchange between these countries. The operation is set to occur in a "1000 for 1000" format.
- Negotiations in Istanbul: The agreement was reached during discussions in Istanbul, with the assistance of Turkish mediators.
- Involvement of Ukraine: The President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, stressed that the exchange process is overseen by Defence Minister Rustem Umerov.
"A major prisoners swap was just completed between Russia and Ukraine. It will go into effect shortly. Congratulations to both sides on this negotiation. This could lead to something big???" Donald Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform channel.
Ukraine and Russia exchange prisoners
During negotiations in Istanbul, Ukraine and Russia, with the support of Turkish mediators, agreed to conduct a prisoner exchange in the "1000 for 1000" format. This is the largest such operation since the start of the war.
The representative of Ukrainian military intelligence (HUR), Andriy Yusov, informed yesterday that the list of names for the prisoner exchange from Ukraine has already been provided to Russia.
On Thursday, the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky, also reported on a preparatory meeting for the prisoner exchange and the reports received from Russia. The process is overseen by Ukrainian Defence Minister Rustem Umerov.
"Our team is currently working through the details of the exchange. I am grateful to everyone who is contributing to this effort," Zelensky stressed.
