Bahrain welcomes UAE mediation in Russia-Ukraine prisoner swap

May 16, 2026 / 12:44 AM

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Sharjah24-WAM: The Kingdom of Bahrain has welcomed the success of the UAE’s mediation between the Russian Federation and Ukraine, which led to a new prisoner exchange involving 410 captives. It described the exchange as a positive and constructive humanitarian step that supports de-escalation efforts and enhances prospects for a peaceful resolution to the Ukrainian crisis.

In a statement carried by the Bahrain News Agency, the Bahraini Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed the Kingdom’s appreciation for the UAE’s diplomatic and humanitarian efforts and its contribution to securing the release of 7,101 prisoners since the outbreak of the Ukrainian crisis, through 23 mediation initiatives.

The ministry reiterated Bahrain’s support for all regional and international initiatives to end the war through dialogue and peaceful means, mitigate its humanitarian consequences, strengthen regional and international security and stability, and consolidate a just and sustainable peace.