A powerful story of resilience unfolds as Russia and Ukraine exchange hundreds of prisoners of war in one of the largest swaps yet, brokered by the United Arab Emirates. 189 Ukrainians, including defenders from Azovstal, Mariupol, and Snake Island, return home to emotional reunions. Meanwhile, 150 Russian soldiers are welcomed back in Belarus. This is the 59th prisoner swap since the war began, but with over 8,000 Ukrainians still in captivity, the fight for freedom continues. Join us as we share the triumphs, tears, and hope behind this monumental moment.
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00:00A powerful story of hope and resilience unfolds today, as Russia and Ukraine exchange hundreds
00:05of prisoners of war in a dramatic deal brokered by the United Arab Emirates.
00:10Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky shared the emotional news.
00:14189 Ukrainians are finally back home. These brave individuals include defenders of Azovstal,
00:22Mariupol, Chernobyl, and even Snake Island, all symbols of Ukraine's resistance.
00:28Among the crowd was Alina, waiting in the bitter winter cold for her husband,
00:32Oleksandr, who was captured defending Mariupol in 2022. With tears in her eyes, she said,
00:40I just want to see him. On the other side, 150 Russian troops returned home,
00:45greeted in Belarus. Russian officials shared that these soldiers are receiving medical care
00:50and reconnecting with their families. This marks the 59th prisoner swap since the war began,
00:56one of the largest yet. While some families have found closure,
01:00thousands more still endure the torment of uncertainty. Ukraine estimates that over 8,000
01:05of its citizens remain in captivity. Yet, Zelensky remains steadfast. We are working
01:10to free everyone. We do not forget anyone. For these soldiers and their families,
01:16today is a day of triumph. But the fight for freedom, for every captive, continues.