Ukraine and Russia to Exchange Remains of Deceased Soldiers Next Week

Ukraine and Russia to Exchange Remains of Deceased Soldiers: Budanov's Statement Kyiv, Ukraine – June 9, 2025 – Head of Ukraine's Main Directorate of Intelligence (GUR), Kyrylo Budanov, announced on June 8th that an exchange of the bodies of deceased soldiers between Ukraine and Russia is planned for next week, June 9-15. This exchange is a direct result of agreements reached during talks in Istanbul. Budanov stated, "We are meticulously adhering to the agreements reached in Istanbul. The Coordination Staff is working diligently to organize the exchange." The GUR confirmed that authorized individuals were informed of the planned repatriation efforts as early as June 3rd. This exchange underscores the ongoing efforts to resolve the humanitarian aspects of the conflict, despite the challenges posed by disinformation campaigns. The successful execution of this exchange would be a significant step forward in addressing the suffering of families on both sides of the conflict.