Azov Fighters Absent from Recent Prisoner Exchange: Russia's Selective Release Revealed

Ukraine and Russia recently engaged in a large-scale prisoner exchange, involving 1,000 soldiers on each side. However, the absence of Azov fighters among the released Ukrainian soldiers has raised questions. Vadim Yusov, Deputy Head of the Coordination Staff for POWs, explained that Russia determined the released individuals based on reciprocal lists. "Russia decided who they were willing to release," Yusov stated in a public comment. This highlights the ongoing challenges and complexities of prisoner exchanges in the midst of ongoing conflict. The exchange, while significant, underscores the ongoing negotiations and the selective nature of the process.