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Published on 17:46 GMT

Russia, Ukraine swap 300 prisoners of war

MOSCOW/KIEV, Feb. 5 (Xinhua) -- Russia and Ukraine have swapped 300 prisoners of war in their latest swap mediated by the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the Russian defense ministry said Wednesday. The released Russian soldiers are receiving medical care …

Source: Xinhua News Agency - Gov't Propaganda
Published on 18:27 GMT

Ukraine holds another prisoner exchange with Russia: 150 soldiers returned

Ukraine returns 150 servicemembers from captivityTelegram / Zelenskiy OfficialUkraine has successfully conducted another prisoner exchange with Russia, returning 150 military personnel to their homeland, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced on …

Source: Hromadske - Neutral
Published on 15:24 GMT

Russia and Ukraine exchange 150 prisoners of war

Within the framework of the next exchange of prisoners of war between Russia and Ukraine, 150 people were mutually exchanged, APA reports citing the Russian Defense Ministry. It was reported that the servicemen returned to the Russian side are currently in …

Source: APA - Label Pending
Published on 18:07 GMT

Fighting in Ukraine's Donetsk intensifies as Russia advances

Local media reported that Moscow launched 17 attacks in the Donetsk region in one day, killing and wounding several people. Ukraine's Donetsk region has come under increased shelling as Russian forces are advancing in the country's east, according …

Source: Euronews - Neutral
Published on 16:42 GMT

Bulgarian MEP: No Discussions on Sending European Troops to Ukraine So Far

Bulgarian MEP Andrey Novakov stated in an interview with BNR that there have been no discussions about deploying European military units to Ukraine. As a member of the newly formed defense committee in the European Parliament, he emphasized that no country …

Source: Novinite - Neutral
Published on 18:45 GMT

Area of Bulgarian Settlers' Monument in Ukraine's Zalizhychne Village Has Been Beautified

Beautification and landscaping efforts began in the Zaliznychne Village in Ukraine's Bolhrad Municipality in early February, BTA's BG World section learnt from Zaliznychne Village Council Chair Svetlana Gergi. "Every week municipal workers …

Source: Bulgarian News Agency - Label Pending
Published on 09:58 GMT

UK to allocate GBP 17 mln for innovative energy projects in Ukraine – govt

During his second official visit to Kyiv, David Lammy, the United Kingdom's Foreign Secretary, is set to announce the allocation of GBP 17 million for innovative energy projects aimed at supporting the recovery and resilience of Ukraine's energy …

Source: Interfax Ukraine - Uncategorized
Published on 06:54 GMT

U.S. Call For Elections In Ukraine: A Step Toward Peace Or A Gift To Putin?

U.S. President Donald Trump’s vow to swiftly end Russia’s war against Ukraine took a new twist when his envoy said the administration would like to see Kyiv hold elections, potentially this year and particularly if a truce is agreed. The remarks by Keith …

Source: Radio Free Europe - Radio Liberty - Neutral
Published on 10:05 GMT

UK's top diplomat visits Ukraine with new aid announcement against Russia

As part of the new financial package, 17 million pounds will go to innovative energy projects, 10 million to help the recovery of Ukrainian businesses and 25 million to support family and community-based services, the foreign office said.

Source: TRT World - Gov't Propaganda
Published on 11:49 GMT

ADDITION Russia Ukraine War Britain

Source: Source One - Washington State - Label Pending