Zelenskyy visits front line as Ukraine and Russia swap 500 prisoners each

Al Jazeera
March 6, 2026
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Ukraine and Russia exchanged 500 prisoners each, while President Zelenskyy visited front-line positions.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited front-line positions as Ukraine and Russia completed a prisoner exchange, with each side repatriating 500 individuals. This two-day prisoner swap represents one of the few tangible results of diplomatic efforts between the warring nations. The exchange occurred amidst stalled peace talks, a situation attributed in part to ongoing turmoil in the Middle East. This development highlights limited cooperation between Kyiv and Moscow despite broader geopolitical tensions.

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