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Ukraine-Russia Prisoner Swap Fails to Yield Cease-Fire

7/27/2025

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In a brief 40-minute meeting on July 23, Ukraine and Russia managed a prisoner exchange, yet failed to make headway on a cease-fire. As U.S. backing for Ukraine grows, Russia digs in its heels, seeking to stall talks in hopes of a policy shift with a potential Trump return. Meanwhile, NATO ramps up its military presence in response.

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Story summary

In a brief 40-minute meeting on July 23, Ukraine and Russia managed a prisoner exchange, yet failed to make headway on a cease-fire. As U.S. backing for Ukraine grows, Russia digs in its heels, seeking to stall talks in hopes of a policy shift with a potential Trump return. Meanwhile, NATO ramps up its military presence in response.