Rustem Umerov
The commander of "Azov" stated that there was not a single Azov fighter in the prisoner exchange, calling for new approaches to the exchange, offering Russia more valuable "lots. "
An exchange of prisoners took place, as a result of which 303 Ukrainian soldiers returned home. This was facilitated by the Kursk offensive operation, which made it possible to capture 971 Russians.
The third stage of the exchange took place, with 303 Ukrainian soldiers returning home, including 70 defenders of Mariupol. In total, 1,000 Ukrainians have returned home in three days.
Rustem Umerov reported that the lists for the exchange with Russia include soldiers from all components of the Defense Forces, including "Azov," as well as civilians. Ukraine has started the first step of the exchange.
The Minister of Defense reported that the exchange lists with Russia include "Azov" fighters and civilians. Ukraine has started the first stage of prisoner exchange.
Rustem Umerov announced that Ukraine has started the first stage of the exchange of prisoners with Russia. Exchanges will continue over the next two days to release even more Ukrainians.
The exchange of prisoners between Ukraine and Russia in the format of "1000 for 1000" will take place in several stages over several days, according to UNN sources.
The Ukrainian side handed over to the Russians its list for the exchange of prisoners of war in the format "1000 for 1000". The authorities are doing everything possible to ensure that Ukrainians return home as soon as possible.
The President announced negotiations with the Russian Federation regarding the exchange of prisoners of war "1000 for 1000". Ukraine also insists on the return of its political prisoners and journalists.
Rustem Umerov announced that an agreement on prisoner exchange had been reached following negotiations in Turkey. A plan for the implementation of the exchange has already been agreed upon, and tasks for the coming days have been defined.
Rustem Umerov reported on the details of the conversation with the Russians in Turkey. Ukraine insists on an immediate ceasefire for 30 days to save lives and negotiate.
Ukraine and Russia have reached an agreement on the exchange of prisoners of war "1000 for 1000. " According to Umerov, the authorities are doing everything possible to ensure that Ukrainians return home as soon as possible.
US Special Representative Steve Witcoff canceled his visit to Putin due to his refusal to discuss the 22-point peace plan developed jointly with Ukraine and Europe. The plan was discussed between Ukrainian and American officials.
The negotiations with Russia discussed the exchange of prisoners and a ceasefire. The next step could be a meeting between Zelenskyy and Putin at the highest level.
In Istanbul, the Ukrainian and Russian delegations reached agreements, in particular, on the exchange of prisoners "1000 for 1000". A meeting of the leaders of the countries was also discussed.
The head of the Russian delegation, Medinsky, said that Russia is ready to fight as long as it takes. He cited the example of the war with Sweden, which lasted 21 years, during the negotiations.
In the coming days, Ukraine and russia will exchange prisoners according to the formula "1000 for 1000". Negotiations took place in Istanbul, where the parties discussed a ceasefire.
The Russian delegation is satisfied with the outcome of negotiations with Ukraine and is ready to continue contacts. The parties agreed on an exchange of prisoners "1000 for 1000".
Ukraine and Russia discussed the possibility of a large-scale prisoner exchange using the "1000 for 1000" formula. Ukrainian Minister of Defense Rustem Umierov announced preparations for a meeting at the level of the countries' leaders.
According to Umerov, the negotiations with Russia discussed the issues of ceasefire and exchange of prisoners. He promised to announce the agenda of the next negotiations later.
U. S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with the Ministers of Defense and Foreign Affairs of Ukraine and the Head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkey to discuss a peaceful settlement. He thanked Turkey for organizing the meeting.
At the first peace talks with Russia in three years, the Ukrainian delegation spoke Ukrainian through an interpreter.
The Ukrainian side has declared its readiness for an unconditional ceasefire and direct negotiations at the highest level to achieve lasting peace. Peace is possible under the condition of concrete actions by the Russian Federation.
A trilateral meeting between representatives of Ukraine, Russia, and Turkey is scheduled for 12:30.
Representatives of the USA, Turkey, Russia, and Ukraine will hold talks in Istanbul on May 16. These are the first peace talks in over three years.
Tomorrow, trilateral talks between the US-Ukraine-Turkey and Russia-Ukraine-Turkey will take place in Istanbul. It is not yet known whether a four-way meeting will take place - US-Russia-Ukraine-Turkey.
Tomorrow, May 16, delegations from Turkey, the United States, Russia, and Ukraine will meet in Istanbul. The meeting will be attended by Hakan Fidan, the US delegation led by Rubio, the Ukrainian delegation led by Umerov, and the Russian delegation led by Medinsky.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed negotiations, sanctions against the Russian Federation, and the Russian offensive with Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Ukraine does not recognize the occupied territories as Russian.
The Russian delegation has departed for Dolmabahce Palace in Istanbul for negotiations with the Ukrainian side, with the participation of US representatives. The meeting is scheduled for May 15 or 16.
The Ukrainian delegation is heading to Istanbul for negotiations with the participation of the USA, Turkey and Russia. Zelensky expressed hope that the meeting will not be just for show.