Russia and Ukraine Swap Prisoners Ahead of Easter Ceasefire

2 articles · Updated · Bloomberg · Apr 11

Russia and Ukraine exchanged 175 prisoners of war each on Saturday, ahead of an Orthodox Easter ceasefire.
The swap, mediated by the United Arab Emirates, marks the third such exchange this year between the two countries.
Both sides have agreed to a 32-hour Easter ceasefire, as negotiations towards a potential peace deal reportedly show progress.

Are prisoner swaps becoming a substitute for genuine peace negotiations?

Why do both sides agree to ceasefires they seem unwilling to fully honor?

If both sides agree the war must end, what truly prevents a peace deal?

After four years of conflict, is territorial compromise now an impossible barrier?

Without full ICRC access, what is the true fate of thousands of POWs?

What advantage do mediators like the UAE have over superpowers in this conflict?