Ukraine Releases 63 Russian Soldiers with U.A.E. Mediation

Ukraine Released 63 Russian soldiers this week captured from Russian-occupied territory with mediation from top leadership of the U.A.E.

In a statement, Russia’s defense ministry confirmed the release of Russian servicemen including persons of a "sensitive category.” The ministry credited efforts by the U.A.E. for making the exchange possible.

Currently, all military personnel are on the territory of the Russian Federation. They are being provided with the necessary psychological and medical assistance, and they are also given the opportunity to contact their relatives.

On January 8, the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation announced the return of 50 Russian servicemen who were held captive in Ukraine following negotiations.

Prior to this, the Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation reported on the release from Ukrainian captivity after negotiations between several groups of Russian military in December and November 2022.