Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:26am on 28 Dec 2024,Saturday International
Ukrainians are hopeful for a New Year prisoner exchange with Russia, as negotiations have become more difficult amidst Russian territorial gains. Ukrainian official Petro Yatsenko stated that while talks are ongoing, exchanges have dwindled in 2024, with only 10 swaps so far. Over 8,000 Ukrainians are believed to be held by Russia. Some families, like Andriy and Lena Turas, have been reunited after lengthy captivity, but many Ukrainians still wait for their loved ones' release. The UN reports widespread torture of Ukrainian prisoners by Russian forces, claims denied by Russia.
