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Egypt urges two-day truce as Israel kills 1,000 during northern Gaza siege

Egyptian President el-Sisi proposes a two-day truce in Gaza to facilitate prisoner exchange and potential long-term ceasefire discussions.
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Russia and Ukraine exchange 103 prisoners each in deal mediated by UAE

Both Russia and Ukraine have exchanged 103 prisoners of war, facilitated by the UAE, highlighting ongoing mediation efforts amid conflict.

During Ukraine's Incursion, Russian Conscripts Recount Surrendering in Droves

Ukrainian forces have successfully launched a significant incursion into Russia, capturing many Russian conscripts who describe surrendering or abandoning their posts.

On Ukraine's Independence Day, Zelensky Celebrates Push Into Russia

Zelensky's speech reiterates Ukraine's defiance against Russia, focusing on recent military successes and a significant prisoner exchange. It promotes resilience over despair.

Russia, Ukraine each bring home 95 prisoners of war in UAE-mediated swap

A recent prisoner exchange between Ukraine and Russia involved 190 POWs, highlighting ongoing efforts for humanitarian relief amidst the conflict.

Russian hostage diplomacy' pays off: Decoding a wartime prisoner exchange

The largest and most elaborate prisoner exchange since the Cold War between Moscow and the West has significant implications for both parties involved.

Ukraine says captured Russian soldiers could be part of prisoner exchange

Ukrainian forces boasting success in incursion into western Russia for future negotiations, not indefinite occupation.

Russia and Ukraine exchange 103 prisoners each in deal mediated by UAE

Both Russia and Ukraine have exchanged 103 prisoners of war, facilitated by the UAE, highlighting ongoing mediation efforts amid conflict.

During Ukraine's Incursion, Russian Conscripts Recount Surrendering in Droves

Ukrainian forces have successfully launched a significant incursion into Russia, capturing many Russian conscripts who describe surrendering or abandoning their posts.

On Ukraine's Independence Day, Zelensky Celebrates Push Into Russia

Zelensky's speech reiterates Ukraine's defiance against Russia, focusing on recent military successes and a significant prisoner exchange. It promotes resilience over despair.

Russia, Ukraine each bring home 95 prisoners of war in UAE-mediated swap

A recent prisoner exchange between Ukraine and Russia involved 190 POWs, highlighting ongoing efforts for humanitarian relief amidst the conflict.

Russian hostage diplomacy' pays off: Decoding a wartime prisoner exchange

The largest and most elaborate prisoner exchange since the Cold War between Moscow and the West has significant implications for both parties involved.

Ukraine says captured Russian soldiers could be part of prisoner exchange

Ukrainian forces boasting success in incursion into western Russia for future negotiations, not indefinite occupation.
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#international-relations

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 933

Russian shelling in Ukraine resulted in at least seven deaths, while military strategy discussions and prisoner exchanges highlight escalating tensions and involvement of key global leaders.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 932

Ukraine continues to resist Russian advances, particularly in the Kursk region, while sustaining heavy drone attacks and increasing military alliances with NATO.

A list of people freed in prisoner swap deal with Russia

The largest international prisoner exchange since the Cold War recently occurred, involving journalists, activists, and spies. Among the released was a former U.S. Marine, Paul Whelan, detained in Russia since 2018.

Russia frees Evan Gershkovich and others in biggest prisoner swap since cold war

Evan Gershkovich freed from Russian custody in a major exchange involving various prisoners, including Russian assassin and spies.

Live updates: Evan Gershkovich, others to be freed in U.S.-Russia prisoner swap, Turkish presidency says

Largest prisoner exchange since the Cold War involved over two dozen individuals from multiple countries released after high-level negotiations.

Gershkovich's release request: An interview with Putin

Delicate diplomacy led to a complex prisoner exchange involving 26 individuals including Paul Whelan and Alsu Kurmasheva.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 933

Russian shelling in Ukraine resulted in at least seven deaths, while military strategy discussions and prisoner exchanges highlight escalating tensions and involvement of key global leaders.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 932

Ukraine continues to resist Russian advances, particularly in the Kursk region, while sustaining heavy drone attacks and increasing military alliances with NATO.

A list of people freed in prisoner swap deal with Russia

The largest international prisoner exchange since the Cold War recently occurred, involving journalists, activists, and spies. Among the released was a former U.S. Marine, Paul Whelan, detained in Russia since 2018.

Russia frees Evan Gershkovich and others in biggest prisoner swap since cold war

Evan Gershkovich freed from Russian custody in a major exchange involving various prisoners, including Russian assassin and spies.

Live updates: Evan Gershkovich, others to be freed in U.S.-Russia prisoner swap, Turkish presidency says

Largest prisoner exchange since the Cold War involved over two dozen individuals from multiple countries released after high-level negotiations.

Gershkovich's release request: An interview with Putin

Delicate diplomacy led to a complex prisoner exchange involving 26 individuals including Paul Whelan and Alsu Kurmasheva.
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#ukraine-war

Ukraine updates: Hundreds of prisoners freed in major swap DW 09/14/2024

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy celebrates the successful return of prisoners of war in a significant exchange with Russia, facilitated by the UAE.

Ukraine mourns death of journalist in Russian custody DW 10/16/2024

Ukrainian journalist Viktoria Roshchyna tragically died in captivity, just before a planned prisoner exchange, after risking her life to report on the war.

Ukraine updates: Hundreds of prisoners freed in major swap DW 09/14/2024

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy celebrates the successful return of prisoners of war in a significant exchange with Russia, facilitated by the UAE.

Ukraine mourns death of journalist in Russian custody DW 10/16/2024

Ukrainian journalist Viktoria Roshchyna tragically died in captivity, just before a planned prisoner exchange, after risking her life to report on the war.
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#humanitarian-efforts

More than 100 Ukrainians released in prisoner-of-war swap with Russia

Over 100 Ukrainian prisoners of war were exchanged, highlighting ongoing conflict and humanitarian efforts.
The UAE played a crucial role in mediating the exchange between Russia and Ukraine.

Ukraine war briefing: more than 100 Ukrainians released in prisoner swap with Russia

The recent prisoner exchange shows ongoing negotiations amidst the conflict, returning over 100 Ukrainian soldiers to their families.

More than 100 Ukrainians released in prisoner-of-war swap with Russia

Over 100 Ukrainian prisoners of war were exchanged, highlighting ongoing conflict and humanitarian efforts.
The UAE played a crucial role in mediating the exchange between Russia and Ukraine.

Ukraine war briefing: more than 100 Ukrainians released in prisoner swap with Russia

The recent prisoner exchange shows ongoing negotiations amidst the conflict, returning over 100 Ukrainian soldiers to their families.
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#human-rights

Newly freed Americans back home after prisoner exchange with Russia

The United States and Russia conducted a significant prisoner exchange despite strained relations, with the US releasing Russians charged with serious crimes for the freeing of journalists and dissidents.

Russian Dissident Says He Was Traded Against His Will in Inmate Swap

Ilya Yashin expressed outrage at being sent into involuntary exile rather than staying in his own country, even if it meant remaining in prison.

The Country Left Out in the Cold in the East-West Prisoner Swap

The prisoner exchange between the East and West post-Cold War did not include the release of Belarusian political prisoners, raising concerns.

Kara-Murza: Death would be too mild a punishment for Putin

Vladimir Kara-Murza envisions a rebuilt Russia despite his traumatic prison experience, highlighting the need for change amidst oppression.

Newly freed Americans back home after prisoner exchange with Russia

The United States and Russia conducted a significant prisoner exchange despite strained relations, with the US releasing Russians charged with serious crimes for the freeing of journalists and dissidents.

Russian Dissident Says He Was Traded Against His Will in Inmate Swap

Ilya Yashin expressed outrage at being sent into involuntary exile rather than staying in his own country, even if it meant remaining in prison.

The Country Left Out in the Cold in the East-West Prisoner Swap

The prisoner exchange between the East and West post-Cold War did not include the release of Belarusian political prisoners, raising concerns.

Kara-Murza: Death would be too mild a punishment for Putin

Vladimir Kara-Murza envisions a rebuilt Russia despite his traumatic prison experience, highlighting the need for change amidst oppression.
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#uae-mediation

Russia and Ukraine exchange 115 prisoners of war with help of the UAE

The UAE successfully mediated a significant prisoner exchange between Russia and Ukraine, highlighting its role in international diplomacy during the conflict.

Russia and Ukraine swap 115 prisoners each in UAE-mediated exchange

The UAE successfully mediated a significant prisoner exchange between Ukraine and Russia, totaling 230 captives, amidst ongoing conflict.

Russia and Ukraine exchange 115 prisoners of war with help of the UAE

The UAE successfully mediated a significant prisoner exchange between Russia and Ukraine, highlighting its role in international diplomacy during the conflict.

Russia and Ukraine swap 115 prisoners each in UAE-mediated exchange

The UAE successfully mediated a significant prisoner exchange between Ukraine and Russia, totaling 230 captives, amidst ongoing conflict.
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#hostage-diplomacy

Russia sentences American woman to 12 years for donation aiding Ukraine

Ksenia Karelina received a 12-year sentence for treason in Russia, highlighting the dangers of traveling there amid rising hostage diplomacy.

Putin's arrest tactics pay off as Russia brings home its own - even a killer

Putin secured the release of key individuals through violating global norms, showcasing his determination and success in strategic negotiations with Western leaders.

Russian prosecutor seeks 18 years in prison for journalist Evan Gershkovich

American journalist Evan Gershkovich faces 18-year prison term in closed trial for alleged espionage in Russia.

Ukraine updates: Zelenskyy visits Donetsk frontline DW 06/26/2024

US journalist Evan Gershkovich faces a closed-door trial in Russia on spying charges, amidst international tensions and allegations of hostage diplomacy.

Russia sentences American woman to 12 years for donation aiding Ukraine

Ksenia Karelina received a 12-year sentence for treason in Russia, highlighting the dangers of traveling there amid rising hostage diplomacy.

Putin's arrest tactics pay off as Russia brings home its own - even a killer

Putin secured the release of key individuals through violating global norms, showcasing his determination and success in strategic negotiations with Western leaders.

Russian prosecutor seeks 18 years in prison for journalist Evan Gershkovich

American journalist Evan Gershkovich faces 18-year prison term in closed trial for alleged espionage in Russia.

Ukraine updates: Zelenskyy visits Donetsk frontline DW 06/26/2024

US journalist Evan Gershkovich faces a closed-door trial in Russia on spying charges, amidst international tensions and allegations of hostage diplomacy.
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#vladimir-putin

Does Evan Gershkovich's quick trial suggest a Russia-US prisoner swap is close?

The quick pace and lack of evidence in Evan Gershkovich's trial may indicate a potential exchange of prisoners between Russia and the US.

The Russian Prisoner Who Didn't Want to Be Freed

Ilya Yashin, a prominent antiwar activist, refuses a presidential pardon and prioritizes his commitment to Russia over personal freedom.

Putin says release of US journalist Evan Gershkovich may be possible

Putin suggests trading US journalist for Russian killer
Russia looking to involve Gershkovich in a prisoner exchange

Does Evan Gershkovich's quick trial suggest a Russia-US prisoner swap is close?

The quick pace and lack of evidence in Evan Gershkovich's trial may indicate a potential exchange of prisoners between Russia and the US.

The Russian Prisoner Who Didn't Want to Be Freed

Ilya Yashin, a prominent antiwar activist, refuses a presidential pardon and prioritizes his commitment to Russia over personal freedom.

Putin says release of US journalist Evan Gershkovich may be possible

Putin suggests trading US journalist for Russian killer
Russia looking to involve Gershkovich in a prisoner exchange
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Brittney Griner has the perfect spot for her third Olympic gold medal: next to her newborn son

Brittney Griner's journey from a Russian penal colony to winning Olympic gold is a tale of resilience and triumph.

Russia Appears to Partly Halt Ukraine's Cross-Border Assault, Analysts Say

Russian troops halted Ukrainian advance northward but not eastward push. Questions arise on Russian preparedness and Ukrainian motives.
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This war is a tragedy': Ilya Yashin to keep campaigning after release from Russian jail

Turning Russians against the war in Ukraine is Russian opposition politician Ilya Yashin's priority post-release.

Kremlin hails return of spies but says swap won't end fight over Ukraine

The recent historic prisoner exchange between the U.S. and Russia does not signal a thaw in relations or lead to potential peace talks in the war against Ukraine.

This war is a tragedy': Ilya Yashin to keep campaigning after release from Russian jail

Turning Russians against the war in Ukraine is Russian opposition politician Ilya Yashin's priority post-release.

Kremlin hails return of spies but says swap won't end fight over Ukraine

The recent historic prisoner exchange between the U.S. and Russia does not signal a thaw in relations or lead to potential peace talks in the war against Ukraine.
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Can Freed Russian Dissidents Help Energize an Opposition Movement?

Russian dissidents freed in prisoner exchange with the West may reinvigorate opposition force.
Debates persist on the effectiveness of advocating for change from within Russia's prison system or in exile.
#diplomacy

Russia releases US journalist Evan Gershkovich in prison swap for Russian spies, reports say live

A major prisoner exchange between Russia and the West is happening, involving the release of individuals accused of espionage and other crimes.

Germany debates prisoner swap: A 'deal with the devil'? DW 08/03/2024

The historic prisoner exchange involving Russia, Germany, and the US was a major diplomatic achievement.

Long Johns, Forensics and a Bound Russian Killer: Inside the Big Prisoner Swap

The successful exchange of prisoners between Moscow and the West highlighted the ability of powerful intelligence agencies to cooperate despite tensions.

Ukraine updates: Kuleba heads to Africa to drum up support DW 08/04/2024

Former President Trump praised Putin for a prisoner exchange but criticized the deal as bad for the US.

Russia releases US journalist Evan Gershkovich in prison swap for Russian spies, reports say live

A major prisoner exchange between Russia and the West is happening, involving the release of individuals accused of espionage and other crimes.

Germany debates prisoner swap: A 'deal with the devil'? DW 08/03/2024

The historic prisoner exchange involving Russia, Germany, and the US was a major diplomatic achievement.

Long Johns, Forensics and a Bound Russian Killer: Inside the Big Prisoner Swap

The successful exchange of prisoners between Moscow and the West highlighted the ability of powerful intelligence agencies to cooperate despite tensions.

Ukraine updates: Kuleba heads to Africa to drum up support DW 08/04/2024

Former President Trump praised Putin for a prisoner exchange but criticized the deal as bad for the US.
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#russia

3 Americans freed in large-scale prisoner swap with Russia are welcomed home

Three Americans imprisoned in Russia return home in a prisoner exchange welcomed by President Biden and Vice President Harris.

Who Is the Russian Assassin Freed as Part of a Sweeping Prisoner Swap?

The largest prisoner exchange between Russia and the West since the Cold War includes 16 individuals, with a former Chechen separatist killer as a key figure in the deal.

Russia prisoner swap: The long ordeal of Evan Gershkovich DW 08/02/2024

The largest prisoner exchange between Russia and the West since the Cold War recently occurred, involving 26 individuals, including journalists like Evan Gershkovich.

Videos show the moment Americans were freed from Russian captivity after high-stakes prisoner swap

Russia released American prisoners like Evan Gershkovich and Paul Whelan in a historic exchange, marking the most complex swap since the Cold War.

German decision to release FSB hitman in prisoner swap not taken lightly'

The German government participated in a prisoner exchange with Russia and the West, releasing a jailed FSB hitman for the return of unlawfully detained individuals.

Como fue el gran intercambio de prisioneros con Rusia?

The article discusses the intricate exchange of prisoners between Russia and the West, involving high-stakes negotiations and intelligence agencies cooperating in a tense geopolitical environment.

3 Americans freed in large-scale prisoner swap with Russia are welcomed home

Three Americans imprisoned in Russia return home in a prisoner exchange welcomed by President Biden and Vice President Harris.

Who Is the Russian Assassin Freed as Part of a Sweeping Prisoner Swap?

The largest prisoner exchange between Russia and the West since the Cold War includes 16 individuals, with a former Chechen separatist killer as a key figure in the deal.

Russia prisoner swap: The long ordeal of Evan Gershkovich DW 08/02/2024

The largest prisoner exchange between Russia and the West since the Cold War recently occurred, involving 26 individuals, including journalists like Evan Gershkovich.

Videos show the moment Americans were freed from Russian captivity after high-stakes prisoner swap

Russia released American prisoners like Evan Gershkovich and Paul Whelan in a historic exchange, marking the most complex swap since the Cold War.

German decision to release FSB hitman in prisoner swap not taken lightly'

The German government participated in a prisoner exchange with Russia and the West, releasing a jailed FSB hitman for the return of unlawfully detained individuals.

Como fue el gran intercambio de prisioneros con Rusia?

The article discusses the intricate exchange of prisoners between Russia and the West, involving high-stakes negotiations and intelligence agencies cooperating in a tense geopolitical environment.
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After 16 months behind bars, my friend Evan Gershkovich is free

Hope prevailed despite adversity in securing Evan Gershkovich's release through a complex and historic prisoner exchange.

Freed Russian dissidents conflicted after prisoner swap DW 08/02/2024

Russian opposition figures freed in prisoner exchange shared their shock and experiences in a media conference in Germany.

Children returned to Russia had no idea parents were spies, Kremlin says

Children of Russian sleeper agents, unaware of parents' true identities, find out after being part of a prisoner exchange to Russia.

Conservatives Insist Biden Confusingly Boarded Wrong' Airplane Here's What Actually Happened

Conservative media and social media users criticize Biden for appearing confused while boarding the airplane used by freed prisoners.
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U.S., Germany trade convicted assassin to Russia for political prisoners in major swap

The largest international prisoner exchange since the Cold War took place, involving the US, Russia, Germany, and others, as high-level diplomatic negotiations secured the release of at least 24 individuals.

Gershkovich, Whelan and Kurmasheva arrive in US after prisoner swap

The biggest US-Russia prisoner swap since the Cold War occurred, with 26 people involved and negotiations lasting over a year.

Before Gershkovich: Big prisoner swaps between enemies

Prisoner exchange between Russia and the West, largest in post-Soviet times, involved 24 prisoners, highlighting historic moment and delicate negotiations.

U.S., Germany trade convicted assassin to Russia for political prisoners in major swap

The largest international prisoner exchange since the Cold War took place, involving the US, Russia, Germany, and others, as high-level diplomatic negotiations secured the release of at least 24 individuals.

Gershkovich, Whelan and Kurmasheva arrive in US after prisoner swap

The biggest US-Russia prisoner swap since the Cold War occurred, with 26 people involved and negotiations lasting over a year.

Before Gershkovich: Big prisoner swaps between enemies

Prisoner exchange between Russia and the West, largest in post-Soviet times, involved 24 prisoners, highlighting historic moment and delicate negotiations.
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Opinion | The Plan That Freed Evan Gershkovich Was Hatched Two Years Before His Arrest

Russian political prisoners vanished, indicating a complex international prisoner swap involving various countries in exchange for detained individuals including a Russian assassin.

Who was freed in biggest Russia-West prisoner swap since the Cold War?

Journalists, artists, dissidents, hackers, and a hitman released in major Russia-West prisoner exchange.

Released Reporter Was Caught in Oppression His Parents Had Fled

The journey of a Wall Street Journal reporter from New Jersey to Moscow and his unexpected ordeal in a notorious prison.
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Russia Set to Free American Prisoners in Swap

The U.S. journalist Evan Gershkovich and ex-Marine Paul Whelan are set for release in a significant Russia-West prisoner exchange.

Ukraine updates: Gershkovich espionage trial opens in Russia DW 06/26/2024

US journalist Gershkovich on spying trial in Russia

Russian court rejects US journalist Evan Gershkovich's detention appeal

No trial date set for reporter detained in Moscow, denied spying allegations by US; detention extended to June 30.

Russia Set to Free American Prisoners in Swap

The U.S. journalist Evan Gershkovich and ex-Marine Paul Whelan are set for release in a significant Russia-West prisoner exchange.

Ukraine updates: Gershkovich espionage trial opens in Russia DW 06/26/2024

US journalist Gershkovich on spying trial in Russia

Russian court rejects US journalist Evan Gershkovich's detention appeal

No trial date set for reporter detained in Moscow, denied spying allegations by US; detention extended to June 30.
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The Kremlin Gets What It Wants

The exchange of journalists and dissidents signifies successful hostage-taking by Russia.

Russian spies sentenced in Slovenia after pleading guilty

The arrested deep-cover Russian spies in Slovenia have pleaded guilty, potentially opening the path for a prisoner exchange between Russia and the west.

Netanyahu upstaged by Biden and Harris on highly anticipated US visit

Netanyahu's visit to Washington DC has been low-key amid political developments.
Netanyahu focused on negotiations for a prisoner exchange deal with Hamas.

Photos: Gaza hunger warnings grow as hopes build for ceasefire

Efforts to establish a temporary truce in Gaza intensify due to dire humanitarian situation.
Positive signals reported from negotiations for a new truce involving an exchange of captives and increased aid deliveries.

Putin went 'mad with hatred for Navalny' and had him killed as he was due to be released from prison

Putin accused of having Navalny killed near Arctic Circle at Polar Wolf penal colony.
Roman Abramovich was close to brokering a deal for Navalny's release through a prisoner exchange.

Navalny was close to being freed in prisoner swap deal, team says

Talks of exchanging Navalny were in final stages before his death
Navalny, along with other detainees, was proposed to be swapped for a Russian prisoner in Germany

Armenia, Azerbaijan agree to exchange POWs, take steps on normalising ties

Armenia and Azerbaijan have agreed to exchange prisoners of war and work towards normalizing their relations.
Both countries have expressed their intention to reach a peace treaty based on respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Israel pulls Mossad negotiators from Qatar after impasse' over captives

Hamas says there will be no further prisoner exchange with Israel until the war on Gaza is over
Israel has pulled its Mossad negotiators from Qatar, which is mediating talks to secure a renewed pause in the Israel-Hamas war
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