As part of the prisoner exchange between Russia and Ukraine, the Russian side released 35 Ukrainian soldiers, 1 of which was civilian, and the Ukrainian side released 35 Russian soldiers. The Russian Ministry of Defense said, “The planes of the Russian Aerospace Forces will send the released Russian soldiers to Moscow for treatment and rehabilitation. Necessary medical and economic support will be provided to all released soldiers.”

Andrii Yermak, Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, shared the footage showing moment of exchange, and said, “Among the survivors are those who have been held captive at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant since the first day of the war, and the soldiers in Azovstal and Maripol.”

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Türkiye’s Fidan Calls for Leaders’ Summit on Ukraine War

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Description: As part of the prisoner exchange between Russia and Ukraine, the Russian side released 35 Ukrainian soldiers, 1 of which was civilian, and the Ukrainian side released 35 Russian soldiers. The Russian Ministry of Defense said, “The planes of the Russi

On May 30, 2025

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said the recent peace talks in Istanbul have brought a new dimension to diplomatic efforts on Ukraine and proposed a leaders’ summit hosted by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. “A summit with leaders from Russia, Ukraine, and the US could help achieve a long-term ceasefire,” he said.

Speaking at a joint press conference in Kyiv with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha, Fidan emphasized Türkiye’s ongoing diplomatic efforts, stating that President Erdoğan has been working actively since the war began. He added that talks in Istanbul on May 16 led to concrete results, including a prisoner swap.

Fidan shared insights from his prior visit to Moscow and said Russia is open to further talks on June 2. He stressed the importance of continuing momentum and involving international actors to build common ground for peace.

Fidan is also scheduled to meet with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Andriy Yermak, Rustem Umerov, and representatives of the Crimean Tatar and Gagauz Turkish communities.

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