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world-news2 years ago

"Missile Strikes in Ukraine Claim Lives of 11, Including Children, Says Official"

A Russian missile strike, reportedly involving S-300 missiles, hit the town of Pokrovsk in the Donetsk region of eastern Ukraine, killing 11 people, including five children. The regional governor accused Russia of targeting civilians, an act condemned by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in his evening address. Despite the ongoing conflict and official warnings, some residents have been returning to the town, which is situated northwest of the Russian-occupied Donetsk city. Russia has not yet commented on the attack.

world-news2 years ago

"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."