UAE mediates new Russia-Ukraine 386 prisoner exchange deal

April 24, 2026 / 6:55 PM

Sharjah24-WAM: The United Arab Emirates has announced the success of new mediation efforts between the Russian Federation and the Republic of Ukraine, resulting in the release of 193 captives from each side and bringing the total number of captives exchanged between the two countries through UAE-mediated efforts to 6,691.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MoFA) expressed its appreciation to both countries for their cooperation with the UAE’s mediation efforts. This reflects both countries’ confidence in and appreciation of the UAE’s role in supporting all efforts to resolve the crisis.

The Ministry emphasised that the success of this mediation, the twenty-second, reflects the distinguished relations among the UAE, the Russian Federation, and Ukraine.

Furthermore, the Ministry reaffirmed the UAE’s commitment to the success of all efforts to find a peaceful solution to the conflict in Ukraine and to mitigate the humanitarian impact of the crisis, including on refugees and captives.