"Russia and Ukraine Conduct Largest POW Exchange Amid UAE Mediation"
Russia and Ukraine conducted the largest prisoner exchange since the beginning of the conflict, with 230 Ukrainian and 248 Russian prisoners released, facilitated by the UAE. Meanwhile, tensions escalated as Russia claimed to have downed missiles targeting its southern region and reported civilian casualties from Ukrainian strikes on the city of Belgorod. In response to the ongoing attacks, NATO plans to support member countries in purchasing surface-to-air Patriot missiles, potentially aiding Ukraine's air defense capabilities.