Volodymyr Zelenskyy: Ukraine Receives Bodies of Russian Soldiers During Exchanges
In recent peace talks in Istanbul, the exchange of dead and wounded soldiers has been the only tangible outcome. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy revealed that during these exchanges, Ukraine received at least 20 bodies of Russian soldiers instead of Ukrainian ones, highlighting ongoing tensions between the two nations.
The discussions between Ukraine and Russia resulted in an agreement to exchange the bodies of fallen soldiers, with a 6,000-for-6,000 format being established during the negotiations. However, concerns were raised regarding the high number and the lack of sufficient time for forensic examinations and verification.
President Zelenskyy expressed accusations towards Russia for the mix-up, suggesting possible disorganization on Moscow’s part during the repatriation process. This incident adds to the complex web of conflicts and political tensions between the two countries.
In the aftermath of the Russo-Ukrainian War, exchanges like these serve as a stark reminder of the ongoing hostilities and the impacts of the conflict on both nations’ militaries and societies.
