Conflict● ElevatedAug 19 · Aug 19, 2026, 6:30 PM
Russia and Ukraine Exchange 103 Prisoners Each in Latest Swap
GlobeAlert Desk · curated from africanews.com · Nigeria
Russia and Ukraine conducted a prisoner exchange, with each side releasing 103 individuals. This event indicates ongoing, albeit limited, communication and negotiation amidst the conflict.
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