Conflict● ElevatedAug 19 · Aug 19, 2026, 12:45 PM
Russia and Ukraine exchange 103 POWs MOD
GlobeAlert Desk · curated from iraqsun.com · Iraq
Russia and Ukraine have conducted an exchange of 103 prisoners of war, as confirmed by the Ministry of Defense. This represents a significant humanitarian development within the ongoing conflict.
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