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Ukraine, Russia Exchange 314 Prisoners Amid Ongoing Tensions

2/7/2026

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Zelenskyy and Russia's Talks

Ukraine and Russia swapped 314 prisoners during talks in Abu Dhabi on February 5, 2026.
United States envoy Steve Witkoff described the discussions as detailed and productive.
Russia continues to demand territorial concessions.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy said at least 55,000 Ukrainian troops have died since the invasion began, a figure lower than independent estimates.
The talks followed an escalation in Russian attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, leaving many without heating.

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U.S. and Russia Dialogue

The United States and Russia agreed to resume high-level military dialogue, announced by United States European Command on February 5.
The decision emerged from U.S.-mediated talks in Abu Dhabi aimed at resolving the war in Ukraine.
It is the first military communication since late 2021, before Russia's full-scale invasion.
U.S. General Alexus Grynkewich will lead the discussions, which are framed as risk management rather than changing U.S. support for Ukraine.

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Zelenskyy and Russia's Talks

Ukraine and Russia swapped 314 prisoners during talks in Abu Dhabi on February 5, 2026.
United States envoy Steve Witkoff described the discussions as detailed and productive.
Russia continues to demand territorial concessions.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy said at least 55,000 Ukrainian troops have died since the invasion began, a figure lower than independent estimates.
The talks followed an escalation in Russian attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, leaving many without heating.

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