Largest Prisoner Exchange in Russia-Ukraine War: 614 Soldiers Released

Russia and Ukraine have completed their largest prisoner exchange of the war, a landmark event involving 614 soldiers. This exchange, hailed by some as a step towards peace, saw 307 Ukrainian and 307 Russian soldiers released. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed his hope that this is a sign of more to come, stating, "We will not rest until every Ukrainian soldier is home." US President Donald Trump added that this is a positive sign for peace negotiations. The exchange, which took place over two days, is the result of negotiations facilitated by President Trump and represents a significant breakthrough in an otherwise tense situation. The release of these soldiers offers a glimmer of hope amidst the ongoing conflict.