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Ukraine brings home new group of POWs from Russia, Zelenskiy says

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Posted on July 23, 2025

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(Reuters) -Ukraine brought home a new group of prisoners of war from Russia on Wednesday, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said, saying it brought to more than 1,000 the number of returning soldiers as

Ukraine Successfully Repatriates New Group of POWs from Russia

Repatriation of Prisoners of War

(Reuters) -Ukraine brought home a new group of prisoners of war from Russia on Wednesday, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said, saying it brought to more than 1,000 the number of returning soldiers as agreed at talks in Turkey.

Details of the Return

Zelenskiy, writing on the Telegram messaging app, said those returning were ill or seriously wounded.

Health Status of Returning Soldiers

"The servicemen who are returning today defended Ukraine in different sectors of the front," Zelenskiy wrote. "A significant number spent more than three years as prisoners. All are receiving key support and medical assistance."

(Reporting by Ron Popeski; Editing by Leslie Adler)

Key Takeaways

  • Ukraine repatriates new group of POWs from Russia.
  • Over 1,000 soldiers have returned as per Turkey talks.
  • Returning soldiers are ill or seriously wounded.
  • Some soldiers were held for over three years.
  • All returning soldiers receive medical assistance.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many prisoners of war has Ukraine brought home?
Ukraine has brought home more than 1,000 prisoners of war from Russia.
What condition are the returning servicemen in?
The returning servicemen are reported to be ill or seriously wounded.
How long have some of the returning soldiers been prisoners?
A significant number of the returning soldiers spent more than three years as prisoners.

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