Amidst the continuous battle, Russia has turned over the bodies of five hundred Ukrainian soldiers, which is a big move. This is one of the largest exchanges of fallen soldiers between the two nations since the war began.
Many of the troops had perished in the battle-scarred city of Avdiivka, located in the Donetsk region of Eastern Ukraine.
Ukrainian authorities will conduct forensic examinations to identify the remains before returning them to families. The repatriation underscores both the human cost of the war and the complex dynamics between military conflict and diplomatic negotiations.
This exchange takes place as fighting continues and global leaders push for avenues toward peace, balancing military engagement with humanitarian concerns.
Meanwhile, Ukraine has called for increased support from its allies to sustain resistance on the battlefield and facilitate further prisoner or body exchanges.