Russia and Ukraine swap 175 prisoners in rare diplomatic move

In a significant exchange, Russia and Ukraine each released 175 prisoners of war Saturday, alongside seven civilians. This rare act of coordination comes amid ongoing hostilities, underscoring the deep backdrop of mistrust between the two nations. The UAE reportedly played a central role in mediating the arrangement. Such exchanges, while rare, suggest cracks in the absolute stalemate driven by the protracted conflict. However, they also raise questions about the conditions of POWs on both sides