Russia,Ukraine exchange 115 prisoners of war on each side

KIEV?MOSCOW: Russia and Ukraine on Saturday exchanged prisoners of war with 115 military personnel from each side, mediated by the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Russian Defense Ministry said that the 115 Russian servicemen captured by Ukrainian forces in the border region of Kursk were returned from territory under Kyiv's control.

All released Russian military personnel are currently in neighboring Belarus, the statement said, adding that they will be transferred to Russia and will receive treatment and rehabilitation in medical institutions run by the Defense Ministry.

They are released in exchange for 115 Ukrainian military personnel, the statement added.

It said the United Arab Emirates (UAE) helped with mediation efforts during the swap.

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