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flag Russia and Ukraine swapped 185 POWs and 20 civilians each in a major October 2, 2025, exchange.

flag Russia and Ukraine completed a large-scale prisoner exchange on October 2, 2025, each releasing 185 prisoners of war and 20 civilians, according to official statements. flag The swap, part of agreements reached in Istanbul earlier in the year, marked one of the largest repatriations since the war began. flag Returned Russian personnel and civilians are in Belarus receiving medical and psychological care before being transferred to Russia. flag Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed the release of 185 Ukrainian soldiers and 20 civilians, many held since 2022, and shared images of their return. flag He noted Ukraine has brought home over 7,000 citizens since the invasion began. flag Despite ongoing hostilities and stalled peace talks, such exchanges remain a key channel for humanitarian cooperation.

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