Russia and Ukraine agree in principle to major prisoner exchange

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The proposed exchange emerged after two days of the first Russia-Ukraine peace discussions in nine months. Delegations said the number and detailed arrangements would be finalized, while U.S. mediators acknowledged that substantial differences remain between the sides. The development could provide humanitarian relief for captured soldiers and create limited momentum for further negotiations, but it does not indicate that a wider ceasefire or peace agreement has been reached.[1][3][10]

Sources: Anadolu Agency, The Straits Times, The New York Times