150 defenders have returned to Ukraine as part of a prisoner exchange with Russia.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky announced this on Telegram.
"Today is a good day for all of us. We are bringing back 150 of our defenders from Russian captivity. These are soldiers, sergeants, and officers—warriors of the Navy who were captured in Mariupol and the Zaporizhzhia region, Air Force personnel, troops from the Air Assault and Ground Forces, National Guard members, border guards, territorial defense fighters, and a police officer. They come from different frontlines, but they share one thing in common: they fought for Ukraine," the head of state stated.
According to Zelensky, "some of these guys were in captivity for over two years. And today, for them and their families, this day means more than years of waiting. It is true happiness to see them home—alive and free."
The president expressed gratitude to everyone "who works to bring our people back. I thank our partners, particularly the UAE, and all those who support us on this path."
"We are working to bring everyone back," Zelensky emphasized.
