Russia and Ukraine agree to recover 1245 deceased soldiers' remains
Fresh Take:
After wrapping up the repatriation of fallen soldiers, Ukraine confirms the final stage of the Istanbul agreementshas been achieved, according to a statement by the Ukrainian government agency responsible for coordinating the handover of dead prisoners of war. The latest repatriation included 1,245 bodies. Added to the 4,812 bodies received since last week, Ukraine now has 6,057 bodies back, as per the agreement. However, there's a slight discrepancy in the numbers, with the Russian Defense Ministry reporting three more bodies (1,248) returned[1][2].
The ensuing conflict since Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022 has claimed the lives of numerous soldiers from both sides, according to independent observers and Western intelligence agencies[5]. Neither party regularly or accurately publishes figures on their casualties while announcing the other side's losses.
This repatriation process is part of the package deal from the peace negotiations held in Istanbul, involving Ukraine's Coordination Headquarters for the Treatment of Prisoners of War and other state institutions, together with the International Committee of the Red Cross, ensuring smooth prisoner exchanges[3]. The focus now switches to identifying the returned bodies and making further progress in the repatriation of remaining prisoners of war[4].
Wishing the nation and families a poignant Father's Day, as we reflect on the current events during these trying times.
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General-News: The Istanbul agreements have been fulfilled as Ukraine confirms the final repatriation of their fallen soldiers, a process facilitated by the International Committee of the Red Cross.Publishing: The media reports varying numbers of bodies returned in the repatriation process, with Reuters stating 1,245 and the BBC reporting 1,248 [1][2].
