Hey there, news enthusiasts! 📣 Guess what? Russia and Ukraine just pulled off a major prisoner swap, exchanging 150 captives from each side! 🤯
On Monday, both countries agreed to exchange prisoners captured during their ongoing conflict. The Russian Defense Ministry confirmed the swap, marking a significant step in easing tensions. 🕊️
But wait, there's more! Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky took to Telegram to announce that 189 Ukrainians are coming home! 🇺🇦 Among them are 187 servicemen and two civilians who were captured in Mariupol. Talk about a heartfelt homecoming! ❤️
These heroes include officers, soldiers, and sergeants who bravely fought for the Chernobyl nuclear power plant, the city of Mariupol, and Snake Island in the Black Sea. 🐍🌊 Their return is a huge morale boost for Ukraine.
So, who helped make this happen? The United Arab Emirates! 🇦🇪 The UAE stepped in as a mediator, and according to their Foreign Ministry, this is the 10th successful exchange they've facilitated in 2024. 🎯 Kudos to them for promoting peace and understanding!
The UAE emphasized their role as a reliable mediator, committed to finding peaceful solutions to the Ukraine conflict and assisting refugees and captives. 🌐 It's awesome to see countries stepping up for humanitarian causes.
Fun fact: This swap marks the 59th prisoner exchange between Russia and Ukraine, according to the Coordinating Headquarters for the Treatment of Prisoners of War. That's a lot of reunions! 🎊
Let's hope this momentum continues and leads to lasting peace in the region. Fingers crossed! 🤞
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
