Ukraine brings home new group of POWs from Russia, Zelenskiy says
Zelenskiy, writing on the Telegram messaging app, said those returning were ill or seriously wounded.
"The servicemen who are returning today defended Ukraine in different sectors of the front," Zelenskiy wrote. "A significant number spent more than three years as prisoners. All are receiving key support and medical assistance."
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