Ukraine is working on a 1,000-for-1,000 prisoner exchange with Russia, as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated on May 21, emphasizing that the exchange is progressing well and reports are prepared daily. Ukraine’s Security Service announced on May 17 that it has initiated steps for the large-scale prisoner exchange.
Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov highlighted that negotiations in Istanbul focused on a ceasefire and other arrangements.
Andriy Yermak stated that Ukraine has completed its part for the exchange, urging Russia to expedite the process.