Russian Defense Ministry says Russia and Ukraine exchanged 175 captured personnel

Source: Global Times
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On April 11 local time, the Russian Ministry of Defense reported that Russia and Ukraine exchanged 175 captured soldiers.

The report stated that the aforementioned Russian soldiers have arrived in Belarus, where they are receiving necessary psychological counseling and medical assistance, and will subsequently be sent back to Russia to receive treatment at medical facilities under the Russian Ministry of Defense.

The report also mentioned that 7 residents of Russia's Kursk region, who were detained by Ukraine, were released at the same time. (CCTV reporters Wang Delu and Wang Xinjun)

Classification
Region
Russia & CIS
Analytical Domain
Operational
Primary Category
Casualties & Losses
Subcategory
POW Capture
SALUTE Report
Size
175 prisoners exchanged
Activity
Exchange of prisoners between Russia and Ukraine
Location
Belarus
Unit
Russian Armed Forces
Time
April 11
Equipment
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Summary

On April 11, the Russian Ministry of Defense reported the exchange of 175 captured soldiers with Ukraine. The Russian soldiers have arrived in Belarus for necessary psychological and medical assistance before being sent back to Russia. Additionally, seven residents from Kursk Oblast were released by Ukraine during this exchange.

Key Facts
  • 175 captured soldiers were exchanged between Russia and Ukraine.
  • The exchanged Russian soldiers have arrived in Belarus.
  • The soldiers will receive psychological support and medical assistance in Belarus before returning to Russia.
  • Seven residents of Kursk Oblast were also released by Ukraine.