UAE mediates new prisoner exchange between Russia, Ukraine

Tuesday, 6 May 2025 22:00

By ARN News Staff

The UAE has successfully mediated another exchange of prisoners of war between Russia and Ukraine, involving 205 captives from each side.

This latest exchange brings the total number of individuals swapped through UAE-led efforts to 4,181.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs thanked both countries for their cooperation, highlighting the trust placed in the UAE's role as a neutral mediator.

This marks the fifteenth such exchange facilitated by the UAE and reflects its ongoing commitment to supporting peaceful solutions and easing the humanitarian toll of the conflict.

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