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Ukraine and Russia swap 175 servicemen each ahead of Easter ceasefire

Ukraine and Russia exchanged 175 prisoners of war each, including seven civilians, ahead of a 32-hour ceasefire for Orthodox Easter, officials said.

Apr 11th 2026 · Ukraine

Insights

  • Both sides reported receiving 175 servicemen and seven civilians in the swap.
  • Russia said the United Arab Emirates mediated the exchange.
  • A 32-hour ceasefire for Orthodox Easter was set to start Saturday afternoon and end late Sunday, Russia said.
  • Zelenskiy said most returned Ukrainian soldiers had been held in Russia since 2022 and served on multiple fronts.
  • POW swaps have continued during more than four years of war while broader peace talks remain stalled over territory.