Russia and Ukraine Exchange 370 Captured Soldiers
Xinhua News Agency Moscow/Kiev, June 5 (Reporter Geng Huifang, Li Dongxu) - Russia and Ukraine exchanged 370 captured soldiers on the 5th, with each side handing over 185 soldiers.
The Russian Ministry of Defense stated on social media on the 5th that 185 captured Russian soldiers returned from the Ukrainian-controlled area that day. In exchange, the Russian side also handed over 185 captured personnel to the Ukrainian side. The United Arab Emirates participated in mediating this operation. The Russian personnel are currently receiving medical treatment and psychological counseling in Belarus, after which they will return to Russia.
Ukrainian President Zelensky stated on social media on the 5th that 185 Ukrainian soldiers and 1 Ukrainian civilian returned to Ukraine that day. These soldiers are from the Ukrainian Armed Forces, the National Guard, and the State Border Guard Service.
On June 5, Russia and Ukraine exchanged 370 captured soldiers, with each side transferring 185 personnel. The Russian Defense Ministry confirmed that its soldiers returned from Ukrainian-controlled areas, while Ukrainian President Zelensky announced the return of 185 Ukrainian soldiers and one civilian. The United Arab Emirates facilitated the exchange, and the Russian personnel are currently receiving medical care in Belarus before returning to Russia.
- 370 captured soldiers were exchanged between Russia and Ukraine.
- 185 Russian soldiers returned from Ukrainian-controlled areas.
- 185 Ukrainian soldiers and 1 civilian returned to Ukraine.
- The UAE mediated the exchange process.
- Russian personnel are receiving medical treatment in Belarus.