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US pursuing record prisoner exchange in Russia-Ukraine war
The United States is working to facilitate what could be the largest prisoner exchange of the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, potentially allowing thousands of detainees to be reunited with their families. However, specific details about the negotiations remain undisclosed.
LSN Malaysia ·
Jared Kushner, former senior advisor to US President Donald Trump, announced on social media platform X that diplomatic efforts are underway for a record-breaking prisoner swap between Russia and Ukraine. The proposed exchange would represent a significant humanitarian development in a conflict that has displaced millions and resulted in widespread casualties since Russia's invasion in February 2022.
While Kushner indicated that thousands of people could potentially be reunited with their families through the exchange, he provided no further specifics regarding the timeline, number of prisoners involved, or the current status of negotiations. The announcement comes as international pressure mounts for efforts to secure the release of war prisoners held by both sides.
Prisoner exchanges have occurred periodically throughout the conflict, with previous swaps involving hundreds of soldiers and civilians. A record-breaking exchange would mark a significant step toward addressing humanitarian concerns and potentially creating momentum for broader peace discussions between Moscow and Kyiv.
The involvement of US officials in facilitating such negotiations underscores Washington's continued diplomatic engagement in efforts to address the humanitarian dimensions of the Ukraine conflict. International observers will be watching closely for further developments and official confirmation from both Russian and Ukrainian authorities.