"UAE-Brokered Deal Sees Russia and Ukraine Conduct Largest POW Exchange"

Ukraine and Russia have conducted what is said to be the largest prisoner exchange since the beginning of the conflict, with Ukraine freeing 248 Russian prisoners in return for 230 of its own, including soldiers and civilians. The swap was mediated by the United Arab Emirates and marks a significant event amidst ongoing tensions and previous allegations of torture against Ukrainian POWs. Both sides have acknowledged the exchange, with Ukrainian President Zelensky announcing the return of their nationals and Russia describing the negotiations as "difficult."