The Ukrainian and Russian sides conducted a total of 20 prisoner exchanges. As part of the latter, the commanders of Azov were released.
Since February 24, since the beginning of Russia’s large-scale invasion of Ukraine, 802 defenders have been freed from enemy captivity. Such data is revealed through action. head of the Security Service of Ukraine Vasily Malyuk, said on the evening of Thursday, September 22, the press service of the department.
According to him, Kyiv and Moscow have already conducted 20 prisoner exchanges.
At the same time, Malyuk emphasized that Ukraine is returning more fighters than Russia.
The head of the SBU also commented on the large exchange of prisoners of war that took place the previous day.
“Despite the difficult negotiations, the exchange was a success. The efforts made by many in various departments over many months have been crowned with success. And this is the great reward of the Coordination Headquarters. I thank everyone who participated in this exchange,” he said.
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As reported, on September 21, 215 defenders of Ukraine returned home. Among them were the commanders of the Azov regiment.
In exchange for its fighters, Kyiv handed over to Moscow 55 occupiers and former Rada deputy Viktor Medvedchuk.
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Source: korrespondent
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