Kyiv and Odesa Under Attack: Prisoner Exchange Offers Hope Amidst Devastation

Kyiv and Odesa Under Attack: Damage and Prisoner Exchange Reported. A wave of overnight attacks targeted Kyiv and Odesa, causing damage to residential buildings and infrastructure. The attacks follow a pattern of recent Russian aggression. A prisoner exchange is underway, offering a glimmer of hope for families of missing soldiers. One released POW, Valerii, a 23-year-old National Guardsman, described his ordeal and the physical toll of captivity, stating his weight dropped from nearly 70kg to 58kg. His family is waiting to reunite with him. Meanwhile, families of missing soldiers continue their vigil, holding photos and banners, hoping for their loved ones' return. One mother, anxiously awaiting her son's return, expressed her unwavering hope and determination. The ongoing prisoner exchange offers a beacon of hope amid the ongoing conflict.