Ukraine Prisoner Exchange and Russian Drone Attacks on Kyiv

Major Prisoner Exchange

• 🤝 Over two days, Ukraine and Russia have exchanged a total of 697 Ukrainian soldiers, with a third stage planned.
• 🎯 The exchange included soldiers from the Armed Forces, National Guard, and State Border Guard Service, with many captured in the Donetsk region.
• 🇷🇺 President Zelenskyy emphasized the goal of freeing all Ukrainians held in Russia, crediting intelligence, diplomats, and the state.

Russian Drone and Missile Attacks

• 💥 Kyiv experienced a large-scale Russian drone and missile attack, including ballistic missiles and approximately 250 drones, mostly Shahed models.
• ⚠️ Ukrainian air defense units managed to shoot down some missiles, but the attack resulted in civilian casualties and damage to buildings and a shopping center.
• 🌍 The attacks on Kyiv, Odesa, Sumy, and Kharkiv regions are highlighted as reasons for a stronger international reaction and continued sanctions against Russia.

Diplomatic Efforts and Future Actions

• 🕊️ President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine is ready for any form of diplomacy that yields results and guarantees real security, contrasting this with Russia's apparent unwillingness.
• 📈 He called for the upcoming week to be a time of active efforts to increase pressure on Russia to achieve peace.
• 💪 Zelenskyy thanked all units on the front lines, law enforcement, and those contributing to the "exchange fund" through active operations, as well as international partners for their support in air defense systems.