Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the successful return of 189 Ukrainians in a prisoner exchange, emphasizing the positive impact of bringing home captured citizens.
The exchange, brokered partly by the United Arab Emirates, is the eleventh of the year, resulting in 1,358 Ukrainian prisoners released, though many remain captive.
The Coordination Centre in Ukraine reported that the returned group included soldiers from various branches, highlighting the military aspects of the exchange and its strategic importance.
Returning prisoners recounted their experiences of severe mistreatment in captivity, detailing instances of physical brutality and psychological torture, underlining the harsh reality of war.
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