UKRAINE PRISONER SWAP
Kerch bridge hit by Ukraine with underwater explosives: Why is the Crimean Bridge is so important to Putin?
Ukraine has detonated a massive underwater blast targeting the key road and rail bridge connecting the Russian-occupied Crimean peninsula to Russia, damaging its underwater supports. The Ukrainian Security Service, known by its acronym SBU, claimed it damaged the foundations of the Kerch Bridge linking Russia and illegally annexed Crimea — a key artery for Russian military supplies in the war.
Ukraine and Russia agree to swap 6,000 bodies of soldiers killed in three-year war
Russia and Ukraine have agreed to exchange 6,000 bodies of fallen soldiers, following recent peace talks in Turkey. Despite this agreement and discussions on prisoner releases, the talks yielded no significant progress towards ending the conflict. The meeting occurred after Ukraine's successful drone attacks on Russian air bases, which damaged a substantial portion of Moscow's strategic bomber fleet.
Donald Trump 'open' to meeting Ukraine, Russia leaders to push ceasefire
Donald Trump may meet Russian and Ukrainian leaders in Turkey. This follows stalled ceasefire talks in Istanbul. Recep Tayyip Erdogan proposed the summit. Vladimir Putin has not agreed, but Volodymyr Zelensky is willing. Trump wants both sides to negotiate. A prisoner exchange was agreed upon. Ukraine wants tougher sanctions on Russia. Russia demands Ukraine cede territory for a ceasefire.
Ukraine and Russia agree to swap dead and wounded troops but report no progress toward ending war
Russia and Ukraine met for peace talks, but failed to achieve a breakthrough. They agreed to exchange dead soldiers and wounded troops. Prior to the meeting, Ukraine launched drone attacks on Russian air bases. Russia responded with a large drone attack on Ukraine. Russia presented terms for ending the war, which included Ukraine withdrawing forces from annexed regions.
Piece talks! Kyiv & Moscow end negotiations in an hour
The warring sides met for barely an hour in the Turkish city of Istanbul, for only the second such round of negotiations since March 2022. Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan described it as a great meeting and said he hoped to bring together Russia's Vladimir Putin and Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy for a meeting in Turkey with US President Donald Trump.
Russia and Ukraine to talk about peace but are still far apart
Russian and Ukrainian officials are set to meet in Istanbul for peace talks, their second direct engagement since 2022, amidst escalating conflict. Despite U.S. pressure for a resolution, significant differences remain, with both sides presenting their peace proposals.
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Ukraine says it's ready to restart talks with Russia but needs clarity on Kremlin's terms
Ukraine is prepared to resume direct peace talks with Russia in Istanbul on Monday, pending the receipt of Moscow's proposed memorandum outlining its position on ending the conflict. Ukrainian officials insist on a constructive discussion and clarification of Russia's terms before negotiations proceed.
Putin on track to seize all of Ukraine, sends 50,000 troops, releases map showing nearly entire country under Russian control
Russia is sending more troops and bombing Ukraine harder than ever. A top Russian leader shared a map showing nearly all of Ukraine under Russian control. Peace talks have stalled, and Western countries fear the war could grow even bigger this summer.
Trump blasts 'absolutely crazy' Putin; says his quench for Ukraine will lead to 'Russia's downfall'
Donald Trump unleashed a scathing critique of Vladimir Putin, branding him "absolutely crazy" and condemning Russia's escalating aggression against Ukraine. Trump also criticized Volodymyr Zelenskyy's rhetoric, blaming both leaders, along with Joe Biden, for the ongoing conflict. He insisted that the war wouldn't have occurred under his presidency, attributing it to incompetence and hatred.
Russia launches war's largest air attack on Ukraine, kills 13 people
Russia launched a massive aerial assault on Ukraine, deploying 367 drones and missiles, resulting in 13 deaths, including three children. President Zelenskiy urged the United States to condemn the attacks and impose further sanctions on Russia. The extensive damage spanned multiple regions, highlighting the urgent need for international pressure to halt Moscow's aggression.
Russia and Ukraine swap 303 more prisoners, hours after massive drone-and-missile attacks on Ukraine
Russia and Ukraine conducted another prisoner exchange, releasing hundreds. This swap occurred amidst ongoing conflict. A large-scale Russian drone and missile attack targeted Kyiv and other regions. The attack resulted in casualties and injuries. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged Western partners to increase sanctions on Russia. Fighting continues along the front line despite prisoner swaps. Both sides claim territorial gains.
Russia, Ukraine trade drone fire at capitals amid prisoner swap
Amid ongoing conflict, Russia and Ukraine exchanged drone attacks on each other's capitals, resulting in injuries and airport restrictions. Simultaneously, a significant prisoner swap occurred, with hundreds of soldiers released on each side. Despite these developments, diplomatic efforts continue, but a resolution remains elusive as Russia persists with its offensive.
Russia, Ukraine swap hundreds more prisoners, hours after mass strike on Kyiv
Russia and Ukraine exchanged hundreds of prisoners. This was part of a major swap amidst ongoing conflict. Each side released over 300 soldiers. Kyiv faced a large-scale Russian drone and missile attack. Talks in Istanbul aimed for a ceasefire. Both sides agreed to swap 1,000 prisoners. The exchange occurred at the Belarus border. Battles continued along the front line.
Moscow-Kyiv talks: Presidential meet possible only after deal, says Kremlin
"Yesterday, as on any day of this war, there was an opportunity to cease fire," Zelenskyy wrote on social media following the attack, adding that "Russia only retains the opportunity to continue killing". He reiterated his call on Ukraine's allies to step up sanctions on Moscow. "Without stronger sanctions, without stronger pressure on Russia, there will be no real diplomacy there."
Russia, Ukraine agree to swap 1,000 POWs each, says a Moscow official
Following peace talks in Istanbul, Russia and Ukraine have agreed to a significant prisoner of war exchange, potentially involving 1,000 individuals from each side, marking the largest swap since the conflict began in 2022. Both nations will also present detailed ceasefire proposals to each other.
Ukraine drone attacks briefly shut down Moscow's international airports
Moscow airports faced temporary flight suspensions due to intercepted Ukrainian drones. The attacks occurred amidst preparations for Victory Day. Celebrations will mark the 80th anniversary with leaders like Xi Jinping and Lula da Silva attending. Ukraine urged foreign countries to avoid sending military representatives to the parade. Both sides exchanged captured soldiers, mediated by the UAE.
Ukraine, Russia swap POWs, other prisoners involving more than 500 people
Ukraine and Russia conducted a significant prisoner of war exchange, with over 500 individuals returning to their respective countries. President Zelenskiy announced the return of 277 Ukrainian service personnel, while Russia confirmed the handover of 246 servicemen by Kyiv.
Trump, Zelenskyy hold ‘very good’ call, says ‘we are very much on track’
US President Donald Trump recently described his phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as "very good" and lasting for about an hour. The discussion, focused on aligning Ukraine’s and Russia's needs following Trump’s call with Russian President Vladimir Putin, highlighted a broader effort to negotiate ceasefire terms. Meanwhile, a major prisoner swap between Ukraine and Russia has been hailed as one of the largest exchanges of the war, with some Ukrainians freed after fighting in Mariupol.
Russia, Ukraine exchange 372 POWs in prisoner swap: Russian defence ministry
Russia, Ukraine exchange 372 POWs in prisoner swap, according to the Russian defence ministry.
Putin demands halt to US military and intelligence support for Ukraine in talks with Donald Trump
Russian President Vladimir Putin has told US President Donald Trump that halting military and intelligence support to Ukraine is essential for ending hostilities. In a phone conversation, Putin outlined conditions for a ceasefire, including stopping Ukraine's rearmament and mobilisation. The discussion covered a range of topics, from a temporary truce to prisoner exchanges and energy security.
Russia releases imprisoned American Marc Fogel in what US calls a step toward the end of Ukraine war
Marc Fogel, an American teacher detained by Russia, has been released, signifying a diplomatic breakthrough that could influence discussions to end the war in Ukraine. The release follows negotiations led by special envoy Steve Witkoff and marks a potential shift in U.S.-Russia relations under President Donald Trump's administration.
Russia, Ukraine swap 115 prisoners each
Russia and Ukraine swapped 115 prisoners each, with the UAE acting as mediator. This exchange followed Ukraine's attack on Russia's Kursk region, the first since World War Two. Russian soldiers are now in Belarus for medical care. Ukrainian President Zelenskiy welcomed the returned border guards, navy, and armed forces members.
Russia and Ukraine swap 95 prisoners of war each in their latest exchange
Officials from the warring countries meet only when they swap their dead and POWs, after lengthy preparation and diplomacy. Neither Ukraine nor Russia discloses how many POWs there are in total. Zelenskyy said in a post on the Telegram messaging service that the United Arab Emirates had again brokered the agreements. The UAE has said it maintains friendly relations with both Moscow and Kyiv.
Russia says it has swapped 195 POWs with Ukraine
The announcement came a week after Russia alleged that Ukrainian forces shot down a military transport plane carrying Ukrainian prisoners of war who were to be swapped for Russian POWs.
Flight recorders from Russian plane crash that killed all 74 aboard are reportedly found
A Russian military transport plane crashed near Ukraine, killing all 74 on board. Moscow accused Kyiv of shooting it down during a prisoner swap, claiming 65 Ukrainian POWs were on board. No evidence was provided. Ukraine confirmed the swap's cancellation but lacked plane passenger details. While not directly responding, Kyiv noted Russian aircraft as legitimate targets. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy called for an international investigation, criticizing Russia's manipulation of POWs. The UN Security Council convened, but conflicting claims and limited hope for clarity characterize the situation amid the ongoing, static war.
Dozens of soldiers freed in Russia-Ukraine prisoner swap
He said the released POWs include troops who held out in Mariupol during Moscow's monthslong siege that reduced the southern port city to ruins, as well as guerrilla fighters from the Kherson region and snipers captured during the ongoing fierce battles for the eastern city of Bakhmut.
Russian ambassador to Washington says U.S.-Russia relations in 'ice age'
TASS cited Anatoly Antonov as saying that it was hard to say when talks on the strategic dialogue between the two sides could resume, but that talks on prisoner swaps had been "effective" and would continue.
Russia and Ukraine swap 60 POWs each in latest exchange
Russia's defence ministry said the 60 freed Russian soldiers would be flown to Moscow to receive medical care and psychological support.
Russians, Ukrainians met in UAE to discuss prisoner swap, ammonia, sources say
The sources said the talks were being mediated by the Gulf Arab state and did not include the United Nations despite the U.N.'s central role in negotiating the ongoing initiative to export agricultural products from three Ukrainian Black Sea ports. Ammonia is used to make fertilizer.
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