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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Friday his government is preparing to exchange 1,000 prisoners of war with Russia, signaling a major humanitarian effort amid ongoing hostilities. The announcement was made in a public statement, with Zelenskyy confirming that talks are actively underway.
Details on the timing, location, and logistics of the exchange have not yet been disclosed. The International Committee of the Red Cross is expected to play a facilitative role, as in previous swaps.
The planned exchange would be one of the largest since the start of the conflict, surpassing earlier deals that involved dozens or hundreds of personnel. Both sides have previously conducted prisoner swaps, often in coordination with third-party mediators.
Ukrainian authorities said negotiations are continuing and that further updates will be provided as agreements are finalized. The court will resume hearing on Tuesday.