The United Arab Emirates has successfully mediated a new prisoner exchange between Russia and Ukraine, resulting in the release of 370 individuals, reinforcing the UAE's ongoing role in humanitarian efforts to mitigate the consequences of the protracted conflict.
The UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that the exchange involved the release of 185 Russian prisoners and 185 Ukrainian prisoners. This latest operation brings the total number of prisoners released through UAE mediation since the conflict began to 7,471.
The Ministry expressed its appreciation for the cooperation extended by both Russia and Ukraine, emphasizing that the success of this exchange underscores the trust placed in the UAE as a reliable international mediator capable of fostering dialogue between conflicting parties and supporting humanitarian initiatives.
This marks the 24th successful mediation effort by the UAE since the onset of the Russia-Ukraine crisis. The Ministry highlighted that these endeavors are rooted in the balanced and distinguished relations the UAE maintains with both Moscow and Kyiv, driven by a commitment to address the humanitarian repercussions of the conflict.
The Ministry affirmed the UAE's continued commitment to diplomatic and humanitarian efforts aimed at supporting peaceful resolutions to the crisis and promoting initiatives that alleviate the suffering of those affected, including prisoners, refugees, and vulnerable populations impacted by the war.
This prisoner exchange occurs amidst sustained international efforts to build confidence between Russia and Ukraine. The issue of prisoners is considered one of the most significant humanitarian files, offering a potential common ground for dialogue between the two sides, despite the continuation of military hostilities and the stalled political endeavors towards a comprehensive resolution of the conflict.
