What are the results of the Russia-Ukraine talks in Istanbul?

17 May, 2025, 04:55 pm

Last modified: 17 May, 2025, 04:57 pm

What are the results of the Russia-Ukraine talks in Istanbul?

17 May, 2025, 04:55 pm

Last modified: 17 May, 2025, 04:57 pm

Russia and Ukraine have agreed to exchange 1,000 prisoners of war, Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustam Umerov said on Tuesday. Representatives from the two countries made the decision during talks in Istanbul, Turkey.

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