Russia and Ukraine swap 500+ prisoners in what may be the biggest exchange yet
Freed Ukrainians include Mariupol defenders, injured troops, and one woman held since 2022.
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Reuters: Trump vows to involve Kyiv in negotiations with Russia
White House communication with Moscow sparks debate as European officials warn against rushed settlements, excluding Ukraine from decision-making.
Panama cancels registration of four tankers from Russia’s shadow fleet
Panama's Maritime Authority commenced flag cancellation procedures after US sanctions targeted the LNG carriers' Singapore-based operators over connections to Russian gas producer Novatek and sanctions evasion.
Ukraine returns 115 prisoners of war on Independence Day, first exchange after Kursk incursion
This POWs exchange includes 82 defenders of Mariupol, captured in the early months of the full-scale invasion. President Zelenskyy thanked military units for replenishing Ukraine's "exchange fund," enabling the return of 115 defenders.
UAE mediates new prisoner swap between Russia and Ukraine
In a diplomatic breakthrough, Russia and Ukraine are set to exchange 180 prisoners in a deal facilitated by the United Arab Emirates.
US, UK, EU push UAE to crack down on firms bypassing Russia sanctions
In the UAE, authorities claim no such exports or re-exports have happened this year, but they haven't provided any evidence.
US charges trio for smuggling electronics to Russia’s military
A US citizen and two Canadian nationals have been arrested and charged with conspiracy and smuggling critical technologies to Russia vital for advanced military hardware.
